HopeForHounds Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 (edited) This is a copy of the original post after the vet visit in case you didn't see it: Jake has a very bad infection in his leg. We still don't know how, but he does have some abrasions on the leg. Our vet is mystified, but the leg is swollen, red, hot and scraped plus he has a fever. We have antibiotics, and I will do epson salt soaks on most of his leg since we don't know the actual injury site. If it isn't significantly improved and the fever down by Wednesday he has to go back. Miki will do an x-ray then, although she does not think it is broken. Bottom line is he is a very sick boy. There is no wound to culture. The red mark on the bone is actually a scar that is usually a light shiney brown. I don't know if the redness is a bruise, or inflamation. His leg is still hot, although he has only had 2 doses of Clavamox. I'm giving him the 3rd after dinner. I'm also doing epsom salt soaks (hot wet towel then putting a bag over it) I can't find a single scratch on his leg. The only thing I can think of is insect bite, but again can't find one. Here is his leg. I took the picture Monday night, but it doesn't look much different. Wednesday's update - I used a magnifying glass and can't see a blessed thing. After 3 doses of Clavamox. his fever is down and the leg less hot. The swelling has spread, but the lumpy part is no bigger.He is weight bearing for balance now, and also to walk from time to time. Our vet would like him to be using it a bit more, so I made an appointment for an x-ray and a fine needle aspirate on Friday. If he is weight bearing tomorrow and the swelling down, then I will cancel and continue with the antibiotics. Thursday update - He is standing on all 4 feet. He still hobbles outside on 3, but comes in on 4. Swelling is still there, but he is walking on it. Dr Couto suggested a fine needle aspirate and no x-ray at this point. He is suggesting as originally thought it is an infection. He asked if his popliteal node is enlarged. Off to google that and find out exactly where it is. Friday update - Lots of improvement. Still standing on all 4's and limping slightly. The swelling has decreased and he is back to his normal behaviour. That includes whining a lot at the front door to go for a walk. Sorry Jake, not happening bud! Edited April 26, 2008 by foxysmom Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 That looks painful. Poor pupper... sending more prayers and light his way. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 GTer Jordan's grey Jordan has a similar looking area on her rear leg. It felt warm to me. They already know that it's osteo. I hope Jake has a simple boo boo. I'll steer Jordan (Janet) to this thread although she may be on her way to GIG right now. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Oh my! How scary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Janet, would it help to ice it (bag of frozen peas in a towel)? No idea, it's the only other thing I could think of. Sending prayers and healing thoughts for your boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Poor Jake and poor Momma too Hope he's feeling better tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jordan Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 I would go for an xray. When I first saw Jordan's lump I thought bug bite also, red, warm to the touch. But she was NOT running a fever, so it could very well be some sort of infection, bug bite or something. But I would get an xray to rule out anything else. And if the warm compresses don't seem to help, switch to cold and see if that helps. Hope he's feeling better soon, please keep us updated. j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Hoping Jake is better soon Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Poor Jake, sending more prayers his way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Prayers for your sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Sending prayers. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Keeping Jake in our prayers Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Sending lots of prayers, "it's nothing serious" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Sending more prayers. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cello Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Janet try looking "higher" up his body for the wound. Our lymphatic system tends to drain downward with gravity, so he may be seeing the results of an infection higher up. I had this happen to myself several years ago - a lump in my neck was a result of a cut on my scalp. Prayers for Jake and for you. Carol Ann Quote Molly Weasley Carpenter-Caro - 6 Year Old Standard Poodle. Gizzy, Specky, Riley Roo & Lady - Our beloved Greyhounds waiting at the Rainbow Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyglo Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Adding my prayers for your Jake - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 How is he this morning? Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TinasTroops Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Please keep me posted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Sending lots of prayers! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 Oh gosh, poor Jake, that looks painful. I hope the swelling subsides and you find out what's causing this. Sending hugs and keeping my fingers crossed Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted April 24, 2008 Author Share Posted April 24, 2008 Thursday update - He is standing on all 4 feet. He still hobbles outside on 3, but comes in on 4. Swelling is still there, but he is walking on it. Dr Couto suggested a fine needle aspirate and no x-ray at this point. He is suggesting as originally thought it is an infection. He asked if his popliteal node is enlarged. Off to google that and find out exactly where it is. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShelbyzMom Posted April 24, 2008 Share Posted April 24, 2008 oh poor Jake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Stalking you to find out more about Jake (and Foxy)... Glad to hear he's feeling a little better! Keep it up, buddy boy!! Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest md7nd Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 and prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted April 26, 2008 Author Share Posted April 26, 2008 Thanks everyone for you prayers and well wishes. Today's news. Friday update - Lots of improvement. Still standing on all 4's and limping slightly. The swelling has decreased and he is back to his normal behaviour. That includes whining a lot at the front door to go for a walk. Sorry Jake, not happening bud! Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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