Guest Sassifrass Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 My sweet old girl Faye turned 13 at the beginning of this month. I have noticed her slowing down in the last several months, but there was really nothing to be too concerned about. Yesterday afternoon, several hours after taking her regular leash walk at mid-day, Faye was unable to get her backend off the floor so that she could stand. I got her standing, she took several steps and fell. This happened several times until she finally went down inside of the front door and couldn't get up or stay standing when I got her on all fours. I live about a half hour from an excellent emergency/specialty hospital in the Philadelphia suburbs and, with the help of a neighbor getting Faye into the car, took her there. They have done xrays and an ultrasound and can find nothing definitive wrong. The next step would be an MRI which, quite frankly, I cannot afford. The vet has recommended starting Faye on anti-inflamatories and steroids and see if there is any improvement by tomorrow afternoon. Please send prayers and white light for my old girl, who has been with me for almost nine years. She was my buddy during my husband's stroke and subsequent disabilities. She has been his sofa companion for so many years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 I'm sorry to hear about Faye. You and Faye will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5blackgreys Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Many prayers coming your way tonight. Quote , Phoenix, Okie, Casey, and Ellie the Galga; with Aggie, Alexa, Bear,Cody, Gianni V., Missy B, Babette, Bernice, and BooBoo at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Is your vet aware of lumbosacral stenosis in the greyhound? You might pass this along if they are not very familiar with the breed: http://www.greyhound-data.com/dir/397/Lumb...al_Stenosis.pdf Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethGPAPS Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Something that sudden makes me think FCE (spinal stroke). You might do a search on it, here or on google. Quote Rugrat's Rebel (Simon) 09/03/1995-03/22/2010, Silly Savannah 05/14/1995-02/13/2009, Isabella de Moreau the Sloughi 05/15/1993-10/14/2008, Hammy the IG 06/11/04 and ChiChi the Chihuahua 2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers and white light. Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RaineysMom Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 sending many prayers for your girl!! :hope Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydogluvr Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 I am so sorry to hear that Faye is not feeling well. She is in our prayers. Give your precious senior girl a gentle hug and big kiss. Get well soon Ms. Faye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Many prayers coming for your girl. Please keep us posted if you will 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...
maryz Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers for Faye. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Good thoughts for Faye. 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...
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queenwinniesmom Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Something that sudden makes me think FCE (spinal stroke). You might do a search on it, here or on google. That is what I thought as I read your post too. If it is, the steroids should help. I'll keep you and Faye in my prayers. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyglo Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Adding our prayers for Faye - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 As far as I know, you can't use oral NSAID's and steriods (like Pred) at the same time. You can use Pred and a pain med like Tramadol together. Hoping your precious girl recovers. I went through something similar with Phoenix when she was 14, and then again at 15. Meds made quite a difference. 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...
tydyelady Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Prayer and white light for Faye. Quote Mom to Toley (Astascocita Toley) DOB 1/12/09, and Bridge Angel Opie (Wine Sips Away) 3/14/03-12/29/12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers and good thoughts for Faye! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Any pupdate? Sending healing thoughts to Faye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Adding my prayers and well wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Thoughts and prayers for your old gal. My Tessie is almost 13 and I see she is getting so weak in her back end. She has LP and mostly lays under the AC. I hate to see them getting old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Very sad and very scary. Sending white lights and prayers for Faye and you. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers and good thoughts your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending my prayers and gentle hugs. 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...
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