HopeForHounds Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 (edited) Last night Jake was playing in the snow with Peanut. When he came in I noticed that he was squinting, so I kept an eye on it. By bedtime he was clearly having a problem, watery discharge and he was pawing at it. I can't see anything wrong, but it is no better this morning and he has a slight bruise showing on his eye brow. We are going to the vet in a while, so think good thoughts that it isn't serious. Update Jake has a big corneal abrasion. Luckily he has no damage to the eye itself. The bad news is it is a nasty scratch and he is really close to needing a different kind of treatment that would need him to be sedated. Miki wants there to be a major improvement in two days or he has to go back in. Eyes injuries can go bad very quicklyI have antibiotic get to put in his eye twice a day and he gets tramadol for the first two days. I also have to vet wrap his dew claw so he doesn't claw himself when he rubs it. He's looking pretty miserable. We also confirmed that he has a small corn on his front foot. Since it's small, I'm going to try bee propolis first. He isn't limping at all at this point. If it grows we'll have to have another vet hull it. Only one vet here has hulled corns. Miki is going to come with me to observe, that way she can do it in the future. Edited January 14, 2009 by foxysmom Quote 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...
Guest vahoundlover Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Sending prayers it's nothing serious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Ouch. I'm so sorry, Janet! Let's hope it's nothing too serious! Please update us when you get back. Poor Jake! :goodluck :goodluck 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...
Guest ss556 Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Sending my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2hounds Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Lots of good thoughts coming your way! Quote 2 Hounds Design Martingale Collars | 2 Hounds Design Facebook PageAlisha, Bob, Livvie (the 2.5 year old!) plus Mia Bella, Tippy, + Wahoo and Diesel the crazy kitties (and missing sweet Iceman, Paradise, Bandit, Cujo & Sebastian) in Indian Trail, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Hope it's just a minor owie! 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Lots of good thoughts coming from us too. Will hope for a good update 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...
Guest Winterwish Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I hope Jake's eye will be okay. He is so adorable in your siggy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest goofydog Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Good thoughts for Jake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ChancesMom Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 :hope Janet, sending many positive thoughts your way that the injury is not serious. Please keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HopeForHounds Posted January 14, 2009 Author Share Posted January 14, 2009 Update Jake has a big corneal abrasion. Luckily he has no damage to the eye itself. The bad news is it is a nasty scratch and he is really close to needing a different kind of treatment that would need him to be sedated. Miki wants there to be a major improvement in two days or he has to go back in. Eyes injuries can go bad very quicklyI have antibiotic get to put in his eye twice a day and he gets tramadol for the first two days. I also have to vet wrap his dew claw so he doesn't claw himself when he rubs it. He's looking pretty miserable. We also confirmed that he has a small corn on his front foot. Since it's small, I'm going to try bee propolis first. He isn't limping at all at this point. If it grows we'll have to have another vet hull it. Only one vet here has hulled corns. Miki is going to come with me to observe, that way she can do it in the future. Quote 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Ah, poor Jake, What would they be doing when he was sedated? Hopefully, he will improve in the next few days, and won't need that. Please feel better, handsome boy! Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest runner615 Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Owwwwie.....scratched corneas hurt. Sending healing thoughts and prayers Jake's way. Hugs to the big boy from his Jersey pals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Piila Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Good luck Jake!! Hope your eye heals quickly so you can go out and play in the snow again soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Sending prayers for Jake. Angel Cody Angelo had a nasty corneal abrasion...it took time but it did heal with his eye drops. Hug Jake for me. 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 vahoundlover Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Sending good thoughts for major improvement in the next couple of days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Continued prayers for jake 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...
Cully Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 :bighug Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Sending prayers for Jake. Ouch! That has to hurt! 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...
cello Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Be a good patient Jake - Mommy just wants to help you! Quote Molly Weasley Carpenter-Caro - 6 Year Old Standard Poodle. Gizzy, Specky, Riley Roo & Lady - Our beloved Greyhounds waiting at the Rainbow Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 (edited) Janet I just want to mention that in case the antibiotics are drops instead of an ointment,in addition it might be important to ask your vet if Jake should also have Puralube ointment to be placed in his eye as well. It's protective and can prevent further irritation to that abrasion and the eye. If you use it,I'd use just a tiny bit,only because Jake may want to rub it out- that's the only reason,but it's not dangerous in any way. It's just a lubricant to prevent dryness and can be a comfort measure to the eye. Poor Jake! Corneal abrasions can definitely be painful and I'm glad to see your vet went right ahead and prescribed pain medication. Edited January 15, 2009 by Winterwish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Poor guy! I hope his eye heals without needing the sedation! Give him a hug for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 poor Jake! one of my cats had a bad corneal abrasion, and it took awhile to heal, but ultimately, she was fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vinnie Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Poor Jake - hope his eye heals quickly and without further incident. Sending hugs and scritches and healing thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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