GreytNut Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 (edited) Raven has had a small hematoma on her neck/chest area for quite a while. It's never bothered her, and two different vets have told me not to mess with it. All of a sudden, though, it has bulged up and started rupturing and leaking blood. Last night it broke again and wouldn't stop dripping, so she went in to the vet bright and early this morning. They bandaged her up and she's coming back again on Wednesday to have it removed. It's got quite a network of arteries feeding it so it will be a difficult/messy removal. They want to send it away to pathology to make sure it hasn't become cancerous, since its "behavior" has changed. While she's out she's going to have a dental. No sense in putting her under anesthesia twice. Looks like one of her canines will need to go, and one of her molars. Total estimated cost for this whole adventure: $1,600. Ouch for her, and for the bank account too! Raven's hematoma... from harmless to icky in one night: Raven sez she likes her stylin' red bandage. Tiny isn't so sure about it, though. Please wish this old gal some good luck! Edited August 9, 2008 by GreytNut Quote Kristen with Penguin (L the Penguin) Flying Penske x L Alysana Costarring The Fabulous Felines: Squeak, Merlin, Bailey & Mystic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Keeping my fingers crossed for Raven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Poor baby girl. I hope you feel better soon. Your boo boo will be gone and you will have nice shiney teeth, too. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LindsaySF Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 You look great in your bandage Raven! Good luck with the surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Lots of prayers coming from here. 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...
JerseyGirlInOz Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Sending lots of healing thoughts to Raven, and thoughts of abundance to your bank account !!! Please keep us posted on the outcome! Quote "Hurricane Sandi" (Baurna to Run). Forever missing my "Angel-With-A Crooked-Halo" Hailey, and "Mokkah" (Xpress Point) with all my heart. "If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went." ~~Will Rogers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rosie_Dozer Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Poor Girl, sending healing thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gr8hound47 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Sending good thoughts and prayers for Raven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Lots of prayers and healing energy coming your way old lady girl! Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HoustonGreys Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Lots of prayers and good wishes for Raven. Your bandage looks like a cute tube top! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 That is quite the styling bandage! We will think good thoughts for her. Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Good thoughts for that lovely girl!! Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyscot Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Best wishes for Raven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Sweetie, red is YOUR color! Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jerrybird Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Speedy recovery Raven! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Sending lots of prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Good luck Miss Raven! Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Sending lots of good thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GreytNut Posted July 24, 2008 Author Share Posted July 24, 2008 Raven came out of surgery just fine. Apparently she fought the anesthesia and had a hard time going to sleep, but she woke up like a champ. She lost seven teeth (!) and a good chunk out of her chest. We'll have the pathology results on her hematoma in about a week. They applied a sealant called Orajel in hopes of keeping her teeth in good shape, which along with CET chews and brushing with Denta Treat may do the trick. She is still loopy from the drugs and very sore. She's drooling blood and curled up on her bed, stoned out of her gourd. When she is a bit more aware, she will get her guilt presents--a very soft sheep pillow/toy to rest that sore head on and some squishy treats. Quote Kristen with Penguin (L the Penguin) Flying Penske x L Alysana Costarring The Fabulous Felines: Squeak, Merlin, Bailey & Mystic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Hugs for Raven... Savannah lost 24 teeth recently, there was a bit of bloody drool for the first night and by the next day she was back to her goofy self. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Continuing prayers and light for Raven. Glad to hear the surgery went well and she's back home. 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...
ShantisMom Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I am glad the surgery went well. We will keep our fingers crossed for good results. She will probably drool until tomorrow. Asti had a tooth removed and stitches she only drooled for the night. Soft food is good! Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Oh poor baby! Heal fast Raven! :goodluck 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...
Guest ArtysPeople Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 She is still loopy from the drugs and very sore. She's drooling blood and curled up on her bed, stoned out of her gourd. Awww, poor baby. If my experiences getting my wisdom teeth extracted and being kept good and doped up for a few days afterward (thanks, Mom!) are any measure, she won't remember any of the pain. Here's hoping she's up and doing better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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