Remolacha Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 (edited) Molly and Fletcher were playing in the back yard when I heard her start screaming. I ran outside, expecting to see blood, bone fragments, horrible sights. Fortunately, there was none of that! She won't put any weight on her right front foot, and when I feel the leg and foot, she only reacts to my touching her foot. It has started to swell a little. I think she either dislocated a toe that has snapped back into place, or sprained something. I know from recent first hand experience (thanks Fletcher) how painful a sprained foot is. She ate dinner, and I gave her an Ascription (sp?). I'd like to wait and take her in tomorrow if it's still swollen, does anyone know of a reason not to wait? I don't want her in pain, but if I'm right about what it is, I don't think there's anything more they can do. Edited November 28, 2008 by Remolacha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest meakah Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I would apply ice (wrapped in a cloth) to her foot. Ice will really help with the swelling at this early stage. If she will let you, soak her foot in really cold water (with a few ice cubes). It will help to keep the swelling down and will relieve her of some of the pain. If it swells a lot, I would probably take her to the vet. Otherwise, just limit her movement and try to keep the swelling down as much as possible. Make sure you check her foot really carefully to make sure there are no wounds. It doesn't sound like a 'run to the vet now' situation so I would pamper it over night and re-assess in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 (edited) The Ascriptin was a good idea, that should help. If she doesn't let you ice it, I would soak in warm water and Epsom Salt which is really good for swelling. Feel better Molly! Lots of foot soaks here and Epsom Salt did the trick Edited November 28, 2008 by cbudshome 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...
Remolacha Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 ok, I've got a cold compress on it now. I mean, I did, she just got up and moved, leaving the cold behind I'll keep it cold for now, and try the Epsom salts and warm water tomorrow. I looked closely, and don't see any wounds. sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Poor Molly. Here's a hug and a kiss to make it better. Hope all is OK tomorrow. Please update. 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...
tbhounds Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Sounds like what happened to my girl. She ended up having a broken Metatarsal bone--needed a splint for 6-8 weeks. Might want to hold off on the aspirin--the vet won't be able to give her nsaid's with aspirin in her system. I would ice the foot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 well, it was still swollen this morning, so off to the vet (she hates the vet!) Miss Molly Beans has a broken toe Its the outside toe, she either caught it on something or Fletcher stepped on her, his nickname is Godzilla for good reason Anyway, she has a splint, we go back in three weeks to check progress. My poor baby is in pain (meds are kicking in now), but still wants to go for a walk and I thought she was a pretty smart dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 oh no, poor Molly! Those pain meds make thound eiem think that the hurt isn't there so I'm not surprised she wants to go on a walk. Maybe a car ride would suffice? Feel better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 no, she wanted to go for a walk before the pain meds I'm going to take Fletcher out in a little while, I'm sure she will be very put out when she doesn't get to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Oh dear Well maybe you should make a trip to the drive in of McD's to cheer her up I'm sure Fletcher would be more than happy to help her finish a small cone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JedsMom Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I hope she heals quickly. 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Poor little girl, that has to really hurt! Better get the ice cream mom, Misty says it's the best healer out there! Especially for a broken toe 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...
Chicocat Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Anyway, she has a splint, we go back in three weeks to check progress. If she seems to be having more trouble in the splint or wanting to bother it a lot, be sure to take her back to the vet early to get it checked. It's so easy to get a pressure sore under the splint. Quote Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Ack. Sorry it wasn't just a bad bruise. Hope pupper heals quickly and well. Quote 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 Mommydog Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I'm sorry to hear about Molly's injury Jan. I hope she makes a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Aw, poor girl. Sending good thoughts for a quick recovery. Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 (edited) Oh dear--I was afraid of that. You might want to get a Medipaw boot to cover the splint while she goes out. I got mine at www.sitstay.com They are sooo much better than plastic bags! Feel better!! Oh, I wanted to add---gonna sound weird but, you should smell the splint often--anything smelling stinky you should bring her asap for a splint change (3 weeks seems like a long time for her first splint change). Edited November 28, 2008 by tbhounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 Molly says thanks for the kind thoughts! I thought three weeks sounded kind of long, too. I'll be keeping a close eye on it, and nose thanks for that tip, I wouldn't have thought of that. We just had our first rain since August, so I'm not too concerned about keeping it dry! She doesn't like ice cream but I will be sure she has plenty of mooshies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1229 Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Molly says thanks for the kind thoughts! I thought three weeks sounded kind of long, too. I'll be keeping a close eye on it, and nose thanks for that tip, I wouldn't have thought of that. We just had our first rain since August, so I'm not too concerned about keeping it dry! She doesn't like ice cream but I will be sure she has plenty of mooshies How is my Miss Molly today?? I have been offline a few days and just saw the original post... If it isn't the Happy Tail, it's the toe.. Quote Isis, Always in my Heart Bijou, My Sweetest Angel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Poor baby girl, I hope you heal up quickly! She doesn't like ice cream but I will be sure she has plenty of mooshies Boss wants to know if he can have her share of ice cream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 How is Miss Molly doing? Getting lots of moochies? Sending prayers for a swift recovery and a not-so-smelly-splint! Quote 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...
Shaysmom Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Poor Molly! My foster girlie, Halle, has the same injury. We are four weeks into it, and I am hoping she will get the splint off this coming Friday. She has gone for a check and bandage change every week, and she did have some pressure sores at one point. Wishing Molly a speedy recovery . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 How is Molly this morning? 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...
Remolacha Posted December 2, 2008 Author Share Posted December 2, 2008 Can someone please come and talk to Molly? Sometimes she limps, but mostly she hops on three legs. She hops, bounces, and barks, wanting to go for a walk! Molly, you are a gimp! You can't go walkies! I might as well be talking to the wall She is handling this much better than I am, I feel so bad for her, but her attitude is great She (and Fletcher) are getting plenty of mooshies and other treats. It's going to be a long three weeks, sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beautybabe Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 My sympathies. Martin broke his toe (right front outside not weight bearing) on October 1st. Just this week we let him out unsupervised for a little run around the back yard. The biggest challenges were keeping the whole thing dry and keeping him from licking his foot once the dressings/splint were removed. Our vet had us coming back every week to change the splint and dressings. At one point he had some little pressure point injuries on his foot from the bandages. One week we ended up at the vet three times for splint replacements. It's now two months later and we took our first walk yesterday. Even then, I had him wear a little boot on it with a kiddie sock. But he's absolutely not limping outside, though he holds his foot up periodically in the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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