Guest greytbookert Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 The things we learned/confirmed: Hind End - Very weak, there is muscle atrophy on one side; spine doesn't look so good. Treatment - we started her on Tramadol and we go back tonight to get exercises and a therapy routine, 3x daily warm compresses and massage. We had already started glucosamine and MSM. We will recheck in a 2 weeks, then she will probably need water therapy, chiropractic care and possible acupuncture. Our vet is very concerned about her back end is not 100% convinced that this is LS but we when we recheck at 2 weeks, he will explore further. Heartworm - test was negative - THANKS GOODNESS. She hadn't been given the preventative in about 6 months or so... phew! Eyes - Prescription given for two eye drops, prednisolone and I forget the name of the other one She has NGE and a birth defect on one of her lenses that causes a catarac but doesn't appear to be progressive. Her opthamologist doesn't think that it will worsen.. recheck in 6 months. Lungs - good Heart - good Weight - slightly overweight but she looks to be a big girl, she stands only a half inch shorter than our T. Urinalysis - Bacteria - rx Cephalexin Fecal - negative Nose - We are watching her nose to see if it changes at all. Currently, she is a little dry and scabby, some loss of cobblestone but that could be related to her eye condition, so we will watch carefully. Growth on leg - Looks to be a cyst or even just scar tissue but we will recheck at 2 weeks, if it needs to come off it will but our vet isn't concerned. Teeth - not too shabby. Her breath is good, gums look good, there is a bit of tartar but overall pretty good. Hopefully, the duck and turkey necks will help clean them up a bit. Once we get her blood results, a dental will be scheduled. She does have a couple of "old lady bumps", wart like things that we will watch carefully. Senior Blood Results - will be in today, so stay tuned... Tail - yep that's a half of a tail To summarize the visit, our vet said "Annie's back end is somewhat of a train wreck but we have options." Wish us luck with our new girlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 WOW!! Lots of prayers coming for your girl. Thank you for being there for her! 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...
4greyhounds Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 We will be praying for her that something can be done to help her with the little hind end, but other all it looks like a good physical. We wish you lots of luck and happiness with your new girl. 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...
patricia Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers and hugs to your sweet baby girl. Our Angel Sophia was a big girl...78 pounds...a very tall girl with a very long body. 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...
Guest Greyglo Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Adding good wishes for your Annie from here - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Update - Senior Blood Panel Results.... All looks normal, nothing out of the ordinary! Yahoo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jerrybird Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 All the best to Annie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest paulamariez Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending lots of prayers, love and light for the quick healing of your sweet little Annie!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Sending prayers to your sweet Annie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Adding good wishes for your Annie from here - Me too! Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 (edited) Wishing you lots and lots of luck with Annie and sending good thoughts your way Edited August 22, 2008 by PiagetsMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 I think everyone's positive thoughts are doing Annie some good! This evening she jogged for the first time... well more like a fast walk but it is a start! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5blackgreys Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Way to go Annie!!!! Thank you for taking this sweet girl in to your hearts! 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...
Guest greydogluvr Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 More hugs from California. Thanks for adding a senior to your home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Adding my good wishes to Annie - she sounds like she is in very good hands in your care. Please keep us updated on her progress. Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Healing thoughts sending your way..... Our 'old girl' injured herself somehow and synovial fluid escaped from a snapped ligament on one of her discs and put pressure on her spinal chord, over a period of time, under the vets supervision we tried different remedys as you do......... Found that accupuncture worked brilliantly. Went for what we called 'top-ups' now and again whenever she looked like she needed it, after the initial intensive treatment at first. Eventually over time as she got a lot older with more aches and creaks all over, we went more down the route of stronger pain relief drugs rather than herbal /holistic. It really did work, as animals don't have pre-conceived ideas, she did improve somewhat significantly with accupuncture. Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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