Guest jettcricket Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 Thank you all so much for your kind wishes. I can't explain how much it means to me to read this support. Jed had a quiet night and probably at times wished I would leave him alone and just let him sleep! He's getting a lot of extra babying from both me and DH. My vet was going to take the x-rays to the specialist last night. He told me that he might not get them out there until after business hours, but that they would be there for him to look at today. I'm hopeful that I'll hear back from either my vet or the specialist by this afternoon. I think once I hear back from either of them, I'll put together an email to send to Dr. Couto. Thinking about treatment options is difficult because Jed is such a difficult patient. His stress levels (and blood pressure and body temp) sky-rocket when he gets to the vet's office. We've now gotten to the point where I take his temp at home and my doc just records the 'resting-at-home temp.' He's pushed his temp up to 105+ a couple of times and it's even gone so high as 106! Currently Jed is on doxy for his ehrlichia and he's been given rimadyl and tramadol for pain. My Cricket has osteo as well so I do know exactly how you are feeling. She was diagnosed in July. And like your Jed, we thought intially that it was arthritis. It's such a hard thing to accept. We all wish that they would live forever. I did just want to ask you how much tramadol are you giving Jed? Originally I was giving Cricket 1 every 12 hours....I have upped it one every 8 hours. Cricket, thank God, does not appear to be painful. Unlike my first greyhound, Chance. She still desires walks, meets me by the front door with her tail wagging and her appetite has increased. So she's holding her own for now. And, yes, like your Jed she gets tons of lov'n. She did receive some chemo/radiation and a bone strenghting IV called Pamidronate. I wish you the best and much more quality time with your boy......hugs to you and Jed. We're all here for you..... Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 Sending our hugs and prayers to you and Jed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 Sending lots of prayers! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 I am so sorry. Sending my 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...
Xan Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 Oh no. I'm so sorry. I hope you can all find some joy in the time you have left, and that it's a very long time!! 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 PhillyPups Posted September 30, 2008 Share Posted September 30, 2008 Oh Diana, I have been where you are and it truly sukks!! to you and if you need to talk, rant & rave, whatever, we are here for you. Enjoy the moments you have with Jed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JedsMom Posted October 1, 2008 Author Share Posted October 1, 2008 UPDATE!!!!! My vet called me today after hearing back from the specialist. The specialist looked at the x-rays and he doesn't think this is osteo! He believes that it is either a bone cyst or that if it is a tumor, it is a low-grade tumor. He feels that he can go in there surgically and resect the bone and preserve the elbow joint. I had to get my vet to repeat it just to make sure I was hearing him correctly. He told me how happy he was to call me with this because usually these kinds of calls were bad news and it was a good change for him to call with good news. I'm taking Jed to my vet in a few minutes to have his blood drawn for the pre-op blood work. We're scheduled for our evaluation visit with the surgeon next Wednesday, the 8th at 10:30. If everything goes well, he'll have his surgery that afternoon and might even be able to come home by Thursday afternoon. Quote Daisy & Eli, the crazy hounds, and Bella & Zoe, the curly kitties,and Jed (10.30.98 - 11.28.08) & Ripple (3.25.99 - 8.20.09) together again at the bridgewith Cleo-Kitty (10.8.1988 - 7.26.2007) always in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 OMG!! :confetti I'm speechless, just hooting and hollering over here!! Yeayyyyyy!! 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Great great news!! Still lots of prayers coming for Jed. 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...
Tallgreydogmom Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Jed honey, what wonderful news. I hope this type of news will be catching on. Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Oh boy...my eyes are leaking big time! What wonderful news. Sending prayers for an uneventful surgery and quick recovery. 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 boondog Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 What wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 *sniffling and leaking* Incredible news! Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Wonderfull! Great news. 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 Greyglo Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Great, greyt news! Prayers and good wishes continue - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 :confetti Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest myoozikluver Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 It is so wonderful to finally get some good new! Congratulations to you and your boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Thats more like it *leak* Quote 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...
Ragsysmum Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Sounds like super news! Hope all goes well and your boy is soon home, painfree and on the mend. Quote Sue from England Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 That's greyt news ! It's nice to get THAT news. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Are you kidding me??? We get good news about a limp! That is FANTASTIC news! I am very happy for you and Jed. I hope everything goes smooth with the surgery. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 That is great news. I hope his surgery goes very well and he is home soon for some treats and hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Way to go Jed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 The happy dance begins!!!!!!! That is Greyt News!!!!!! 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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