Guest HeatherDemps Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 I'm so scared right now.... came home from work to Dempsey not being able to get up off his bed well. I took him outside and he couldn't walk well out there, his left back leg kept knuckling under. I got him to the vet and he was able to walk a little there and pee. X-rays of the back end don't show any lesions or obvious problems. He got a pain shot and we are waiting to hear back from U of I about the med he is on (double blind study and it is either placebo or Piroxicam). My vet wants to give an antiinflamatory med (starts with an "M") but we can't until we find out if he's on placebo or med..... We're at home now and he seems to be worse. I don't know if it is the med (something along lines of morphine) or if he is worse. We took him outside and back legs are now both knuckling under and he can only sit up. He was fine this morning- he even jumped up on the bed.... now this. I don't know how it could have happened so quickly or what's going on. I don't know if it's from being older and being a tripod or if there is something neurological or if there's something wrong with his back. I feel like I don't know what to do for my dog and I'm so afraid that it's getting close to having to say goodbye. No matter how much you know it'll come at some point, it just always seems too soon.... Will keep you all updated.... Heather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pipi5 Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Oh honey, I hope he's going to be okay... :hope :hope ....please keep us posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Many many prayers coming from here. 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...
macoduck Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: 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...
tbhounds Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 I would bet the"M" is Metacam (a.k.a. meloxicam, Mobic) Sounds to me what he really needs right now is steroids a.s.a.p.!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Sending lots of prayers.....and hoping he just hurt his back when jumping or something and he will heal just fine.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 I hope he will be fine in the morning. 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 boondog Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Adding my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Sending lots of prayers and white light. 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...
HopeForHounds Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 You have my prayers. Come on Dempsey fight. 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...
KahluasMagic Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Prayers coming for Dempsey. I hope he starts feeling better. Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Come on Dempsey feel the prayers coming your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Sending lots of prayers. 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 KRKWMU Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Oh no! Dempsey, get better right away! Update us when you can. We'll be thinking about you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 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...
Rickiesmom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Did the vet check out the possibility of spinal issues? Has he been given any steroids? Sending prayers!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Sending lots of prayers! The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Hoping this is nothing. I know how much you're worried, Heather. Hugs to you and Demps Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Yikes! You're doing everything possible to obtain information and find relief for your sweetie. Sending loads of prayers and light to Demps, and hugs to you. 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...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Thinking of you and sending prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Praying for a much better day tomorrow. Keep fighting sweetie. 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Oh Heather, I know that with osteo, you are always waiting "for the other shoe to drop", so anything out of the ordinary is scary. And I don't blame you for being scared. But since he was fine in the morning, I just think he is going to bounce back from this. But, of course, your brave boy is always in our prayers, and especially when he encounters a bump in the road. I love GreyTzu's "healing hands"! That is just what I'm visualizing right now---lots of white light, lots of healing thoughts, lots of prayers. Give Dempsey a gentle hug, and please let us know how he's doing. Be strong, sweet boy---we love you! 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 luvRgreys Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Just saw this thread, I pray that Dempsey improves. This is so hard, at least you know you are doing all you can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tennesseegrey Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Was a CT or MRI of the spine done. That is worrysome. I'm hoping for the best for Dempsey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 I'm hoping to read much better news when I get back here later today Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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