BootsyCollins Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Argos was diagnosed with osteo 3 weeks ago today. He's been on a cocktail of rimadyl and tramadol, and is now up to 100mg of tramadol every 8 hours. It isn't working nearly as well as it did. He is in constant pain. He's still a very happy boy and plays with his stuffies and loves his treats, but it's taking its toll. I am calling the vet today to get a fetanyl patch. If that helps, we'll hopefully have him with us for another week or so. If not, we'll be letting him go this weekend. I have never been so sad. I have cried every day since we found out, and when I think about letting him go, I wonder if I'll even be able to get through it. This community will help me through it, just as you've all helped me through the past 3 weeks. And just because, here is a recent photo of the world's most wonderful pupper. Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I'm so sorry. My heart is breaking for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Sending lots of prayers you can get the pain under control Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 You're in my thoughts....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Thinking of you and your family. There are no magic words, but we are here with you at this time. Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Talk to vet and see about 100mg of tramadol every 4 hours. Also, you can add morphine 30-100 mg twice a day. Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 What a sweet looking hound....wishing you more quality time with Argos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Sending my prayers and white light. Please hug and kiss Argos for me. 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...
RobinM Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I am so sorry you are going through this. 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...
Hawthorn Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 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...
Remolacha Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 what Diane said. You can give him a lot more pain meds than he's been getting. I hope he able to stay with you for a while longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 He is a beautiful pup. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Argos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jackandgrey Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 This is so unbearably hard I know. I would be giving that Tramadol 4x a day. I do with Jack some days if he seems to need it. But we are here for you whatever happens. Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ScottH Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 We are very sorry to hear this news. Prayers that the patch brings him relief! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 My heart is breaking for you. Treasure every minute with Argos. Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts to all of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ChancesMom Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 What a sweet looking pup. I am so sorry. Sending hugs your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inugrey Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Colleen with Covey (Admirals Cove) and Rally (greyhound puppy)Missing my beloved boy INU (CJ Whistlindixie) my sweetest princess SALEM (CJ Little Dixie) and my baby girl ZOE (LR's Tara) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I am so sorry to hear this! It breaks my heart, I know how awful this must be for you. I pray the increased pain medicine will help for a bit longer. We think about you and Argos constantly. The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 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...
gracegirl Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Hi Christie! I'm thinking of you today and wishing you another pain-free week for Argos. Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RocketDog Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Gentle hugs for Argos and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I'm so sorry. He looks like such a sweet boy. As others have mentioned, it looks like there is room to increase the tramadol. When Alex maxed out the Rimadyl/Tramadol combination, the vet added Neurotin and it gave him relief. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 He's lovely, what a special photo. Hoping increased pain relief will give you more time together... 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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