RobinM Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Polli is post amp 10 days today. Today she walked (it's more like a bounce, poor thing, her head bounces up and down ) 3 house and back home. She will rest and give us the que when to go. She is starting to get up each and every time we get leashes and races to the door with the others and is slowly, but definitely surely starting to "come back". My heart is in my stomach as I worry about Teddy (85 pounds) knocking her over but she pushes her way through and gets to the front, where she always kept her place. I know we have a long way to go but we are here with her every step of the way, literally and figurativly. My little firecracker. God- I love this girl. 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...
dbullwinkel Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Robin. I am so happy things are going so much better for you and Polli! This is wonderful news! Way to go Polli! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KateWantsaGrey Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 way to go polli!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy14 Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Good news, and Robin, you sound so much better as well. I'm so glad. Quote From Wisconsin -- It's Nancy, Bob, Carla, June Bug and our newby Skorch.... along with Buffy. She's the little hound that meows. With loving memorials to K.C., Barko and Major Turn -- all playing at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pipi5 Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 (edited) This is so encouraging. After Snowy had her stroke in November, I too held my breath when Jack got excited, but she held her ground. Soon the girls, Pipi-Francine & Gabby started going out with her & standing on either side...ladies in waiting. Edited October 19, 2008 by Pipi5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Yeah Polli! It takes a lot more energy to hop than walk. Even when she gets her stamina back, she may not go as far as before surgery. As far as getting knocked down by another dog, it probably will happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Love to hear good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 good girl polli!!!!! :confetti :yay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted October 19, 2008 Author Share Posted October 19, 2008 (edited) Yeah Polli! It takes a lot more energy to hop than walk. Even when she gets her stamina back, she may not go as far as before surgery. As far as getting knocked down by another dog, it probably will happen. Yeah, I know - but I can hope it won't! I have joined tripawds website and there are nothing but tripods on this site. After reading about several hiking dogs who used to do miles and miles reguarly, only to be able to do 1/2 mile after a year, it put things in perspective. Polli will walk as much as she can, no pressure. I hope to be able to go around the small block with her and if not, we will walk to the corner and back (about 7 houses) Whatever it is, it is. Edited October 19, 2008 by RobinM 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...
macoduck Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Good girl Polli! Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, 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...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 I have joined tripawds website and there are nothing but tripods on this site. After reading about several hiking dogs who used to do miles and miles reguarly, only to be able to do 1/2 mile after a year, it put things in perspective. The normal walk we take twice (or 3) times a day is approx. 1/2 - 2/3 miles. Morgan was back doing that a few months after amputation. He maintained those walks for the first 2 years after amputation. You can tell Morgan was breathing a lot harder than the others afterwards. Considering he went on several walks a day, he was doing 1-2 miles a day. One issue with front leg amputees is the bounce gait causes the leash clip to whack them. I haven't found a good solution. Morgan is lucky as we walk in a private area so I can let him off leash. Hopefully you'll find something that works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Could I say there is Light on the End of the Tunnel . The worst is over and every Step is slighly getting better for Polli and you Robin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted October 19, 2008 Author Share Posted October 19, 2008 I have joined tripawds website and there are nothing but tripods on this site. After reading about several hiking dogs who used to do miles and miles reguarly, only to be able to do 1/2 mile after a year, it put things in perspective. The normal walk we take twice (or 3) times a day is approx. 1/2 - 2/3 miles. Morgan was back doing that a few months after amputation. He maintained those walks for the first 2 years after amputation. You can tell Morgan was breathing a lot harder than the others afterwards. Considering he went on several walks a day, he was doing 1-2 miles a day. One issue with front leg amputees is the bounce gait causes the leash clip to whack them. I haven't found a good solution. Morgan is lucky as we walk in a private area so I can let him off leash. Hopefully you'll find something that works. Yes the harness which I am waiting for. I am hoping it will make all the difference and give her the security she needs to do the steps. http://www.tripawds.com/2008/04/29/new-ruf...s-now-available 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 MorganKonaAlex Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 I have joined tripawds website and there are nothing but tripods on this site. After reading about several hiking dogs who used to do miles and miles reguarly, only to be able to do 1/2 mile after a year, it put things in perspective. The normal walk we take twice (or 3) times a day is approx. 1/2 - 2/3 miles. Morgan was back doing that a few months after amputation. He maintained those walks for the first 2 years after amputation. You can tell Morgan was breathing a lot harder than the others afterwards. Considering he went on several walks a day, he was doing 1-2 miles a day. One issue with front leg amputees is the bounce gait causes the leash clip to whack them. I haven't found a good solution. Morgan is lucky as we walk in a private area so I can let him off leash. Hopefully you'll find something that works. Yes the harness which I am waiting for. I am hoping it will make all the difference and give her the security she needs to do the steps. http://www.tripawds.com/2008/04/29/new-ruf...s-now-available I bought the same harness to help with the stairs. They wanted nothing to do with it. I didn't try it for walking though. The other thing you'll notice is coats don't stay put. They twist. Last winter, I had a special tripod coat made. It twists less, but still does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmilyAnne Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 You go Polli!!!! You've come a long ways already!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Good girl! Give em your spunk and go right to the front of pack sweetie! 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...
greysmom Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Wow! Polli and Ember are both spunky girls! I can't believe how great they both are doing right after surgery like that. These dogs are truly amazing and have such spirit! greysmom Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Keep up the greyt work Ms. Polli! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyt2love Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 You go, girl !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Just wait til she starts to run again.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Polli will be Polli, whatever the new configuration, distance, stairs, she will do as much as she can and you will be there to help with the rest. You said it yourself - the new normal. You go sweet girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 We're so proud of you Polli! :clap taking it one day at a time... and getting stronger every day Quote 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...
Aerosmom Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Way to go Polli! Quote Aero: http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=kees+uncatchable; our bridge angel (1/04/02-8/2/07) Snickers; our bridge angel (1/04/02-2/29/08) Cricket; Kanga Roo: oops girl 5/26/07; Doctor Thunder http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=P_31Oj&a...&birthland= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest whatahound Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Outstanding... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 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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