Guest EmbersDad Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 (edited) went to visit ember this morning and they let me bring her home. she was thrashing about and trying to bite the techs so we felt she would be more relaxed at home. they tried to bandage her, but she started thrashing and biting again so they sent her home sans bandages. i asked my next door neighbor, whom is 6, if he wanted to be a hero for ember and donate a teeshirt to cover her boo boo. he was thrilled with the idea and ran in and brought me a shirt. she is now resting comfortably and i will put it on her tomorrow. she had no problem walking to the car and even was able to jump up into the back seat. a little yelp getting out, but it will get better. for pain meds, im to give 1.5 tramadol (50mg) every 8-12 hrs and continue the daily dose of metacam. they gave her something they use on von willdebrand (sp) patients and the bruising isnt too bad......so far.....honestly, i was expecting a lot worse. so...are you ready for frankendog pictures........ she stood up on her own for this one thats a fentanyl patch u see there. im just glad she is home oh yeah, its kinda creepy, but u can see her heart beating now that the leg is missing. Edited October 18, 2008 by EmbersDad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmc333 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Congrats on getting her home...she looks really good for so soon after surgery. Love her little drugged out eyes! Connie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Ember really looks good for so soon after surgery. She might have more brusing in a few days. Also remember she may have some bad days. She is lookin good though. Now to get healed and grow some hair. Prayers and white light for you and Ember. I pray she is a long term survivor. Oh please God. 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...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Are you giving her the meds on top of the Fentanyl? That seems like a bit much. On another note-- Ember looks fantastic. I'm glad she is standing and jumping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmilyAnne Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Aww Ember, you're just as beautiful as ever. Now you'll start feeling a little better everyday!!!! Welcome home baby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 She looks good Tom. Just keep an eye on her bruising and if there is any seepage call them. Although I suspect you already know all that. She will have some ups and downs, but will continue to heal. Keeping her and you in my prayers for an uneventful and speedy healing. Remember I am available to talk if you need to. 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...
iluvgreys Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 So glad your sweet girlie is home, and can heal in comfortable surroundings. Sending more prayers and good thoughts her way for an uneventful recovery process. 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...
Bevd Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Welcome home Ember 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...
Guest Ohiogreymom Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Ember has the sweetest face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 I am glad she is home. I hope she continues to heal nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound1 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Glad she is home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Heal fast, babygirl. Glad she's home and the surgery phase is over. ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Wow, she looks fantastic! What a girl! It's truly amazing that one day after surgery she's standing up just fine. Welcome Home Ember! Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mountain4greys Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 I'm happy she's home. She looks really good, and I hope she heals quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Welcome home pretty girl. She really does look great! On to healing.....you both remain in our prayers 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 October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Aw, I'm so glad she is home where she belongs. She looks good. I hope everything continues to go well. 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...
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Xan Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Oh, look at her!! Congrats on your homecoming, Ember! Healing thoughts coming your way!! 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 greyt2love Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Congratulations on coming home, Ember !! What a brave girl you are !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytfulhounds Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Welcome home, sweetie! All of the greytfulhounds are sending you tail wags & big kisses and wishing you a speedy recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Ember knew she needed to be home with you, Tom, and she wasn't going to be happy until she got there! She looks fantastic even if she is in a little bit of a drug induced haze. White light, prayers and healing thoughts from our home to yours. :hope Please Great Healer of all living things - we need a survivor! Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DebR Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 She looks really, really good, I'm happy she gets to recuperate at home in comfy, safe surroundings. My thoughts and prayers for continued quick healing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Are you giving her the meds on top of the Fentanyl? That seems like a bit much. On another note-- Ember looks fantastic. I'm glad she is standing and jumping. they said "as needed" for the tramadol. i was supposed to dose her at 430, but she is resting comfortably and somehow bamboozled me out of some deitz & watson bbq chicken breast which i hand fed her a few minutes ago. im using a sweet hawaiian blanket ember got from the miss nellie auction. it seems to be appropriate for using as a healing blanket. im am not goig to use the tramadol unless i see or hear her in obvious discomfort, perhaps after the patch comes off. she already had a massive pee in the house while i was yapping with the contractor, and we made it outside for another. Ember knew she needed to be home with you, Tom, and she wasn't going to be happy until she got there! She looks fantastic even if she is in a little bit of a drug induced haze. White light, prayers and healing thoughts from our home to yours. :hope Please Great Healer of all living things - we need a survivor! yeah, she was calm and alert when i was at the hospital, we snuggled for about 20 min, then i met with the surgeon and we both decided that home was the best thing. they began to wrap her with a padded bandage, and the biting and thrashing started again. tomorrow i will try and fit kirin's little shirt he donated on her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Welcome home Ember. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 So glad your beautiful girl is home now. Sending many good thoughts for a speedy adjustment period. :goodluck 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...
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