ZoomDoggy Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I found that chiropractic did nothing useful for my Chancy's LS. But acupuncture was very helpful. Quote ~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...
MerlinsMum Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Polli, please get better. Please, please, please, please, please feel better. Sending all my love. Robin :grouphug :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 jettcricket Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I know how stressful and worrisome it can be when our kids are not feeling well. Please know that you, your babies and your DH are in my thoughts and prayers. Make sure you take good care of yourself....hugs to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I am really sorry to hear about this. Polli and your family are in my thoughts. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 OH Robin...sending my many prayers that this is just a bump in the road. Hug sweet Polli 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...
NancyB Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Sending prayers for Polli Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Many prayers for you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Sending prayers for all of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mangos_mom Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Take this with a grain of salt, because I'm just learning about hind end weakness myself, but when Takoda went down back in Dec, and got a shot of steroid to the spine, it took about 24 before he started to move around without prompting. His problem isn't LS - that's been ruled out - but just wanted to offer my experience with the shot. Continuing to send healing thoughts Polli's way, and hugs to you and DH as you endure this. Quote Kate, with Nedra and HollyMissing Greyhound Angels Mango, Takoda, Ruger, Delta, and Shiloh, kitty Angel Hoot, cat-tester extraordinaire, and Rocky, the stray cat who came to stay for a little while and then moved on.Greyhounds Unlimited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Sending TONS of prayers for Polli and all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyt_dog_lover Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I dont have any experience in this area, but I do have a question. I have seen news spots in the past where they show dogs that have lost the use of their rear legs, and the owners get a contraption that has wheels and the dog's rear end is strapped in. Has anyone ever used this? I would think this would give your little one mobility again, maybe? Just an idea, I know you must be feeling absolutely horrible, best wishes. Chad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 1, 2009 Author Share Posted March 1, 2009 Take this with a grain of salt, because I'm just learning about hind end weakness myself, but when Takoda went down back in Dec, and got a shot of steroid to the spine, it took about 24 before he started to move around without prompting. His problem isn't LS - that's been ruled out - but just wanted to offer my experience with the shot. Continuing to send healing thoughts Polli's way, and hugs to you and DH as you endure this. Vet said even though it's fast acting, it does take 8 -12 hours to take effect. It's been 24 hours. She is not really able to get up by herself, but once outside and stable can naviagate around a bit. She is eating cookies by the handful and resting comfortably. Someone said, she knews what she needs. She is doing what she needs now. Resting. We will continue to pray and just let her be. Hoping to get good results from the acupunture. I know sometimes it can get worse before it gets better and that's a bit scary. 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...
iluvgreys Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 No suggestions but this development is heart wrenching. Holding Miss Polli in my prayers and surrounded with healing light for her highest good. Quote 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...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Thinking of Polli...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeweytheGreyt Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Thinking of you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Sending many many prayers for you and Polli.... Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydogluvr Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I am so, so sorry. This is just a little set back . She is a strong girl and with the love she has I know she will pull through. Prayers and more prayers coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ohiogreymom Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Sending many prayers for the gorgeous Miss Polli. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TippyTy Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 For sweet Polli, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest myjazzy Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 (edited) Oh Robin, I'm so sorry for Polli. I would think that accupuncture would probably help, but I don't really have a lot of experience with LS. I suspected that Jazzy had LS, but I never got a diagnosis, because I lost her to OS before it became an issue. Good thoughts and white light for Miss Polli. Edited March 1, 2009 by myjazzy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madeara Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 (edited) If this started because she ran a long distance and has been on hard surfaces I would definitely give her a long rest with some pain pills. Asia on 3 legs is doing fine but taking all that weight and strain on her front leg could cause some inflammation/strain somewhere. Do you know where this pain is, Is it in her hind end or her back? I wince when Asia hops on hard floors and runs hard. I do not push her and she will go out when she wants and for as long as she wants. I notice that if she can lie down she will instead of standing (but she did that when she had 4 legs) I notice she does not want to stand for long on hard floors, why can't greyhounds with one front leg sit? Doesn't that make sense? What I am saying is although it is nice that they get along on 3 legs maybe its best not to push the activity or let them. I do more walks with Nova and Cosmo and leave Asia home, and she seems to prefer this. I also give her glucosamine and chondrotin. I hope Polli gets well with rest. Thinking of you both. Edited March 1, 2009 by Madeara Quote "To err is human, to forgive, canine" Audrey, Nova, Cosmo and Holden in NY - Darius and Asia you are both irreplaceable and will be forever in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 1, 2009 Author Share Posted March 1, 2009 If this started because she ran a long distance and has been on hard surfaces I would definitely give her a long rest with some pain pills. Asia on 3 legs is doing fine but taking all that weight and strain on her front leg could cause some inflammation/strain somewhere. Do you know where this pain is, I don't think I read that. Is it her back, shoulder? I wince when Asia hops on hard floors and runs hard. I do not push her and she will go out when she wants and for as long as she wants. I notice that if she can lie down she will instead of standing (but she did that when she had 4 legs) I notice she does not want to stand for long on hard floors, why can't greyhounds with one front leg sit? Doesn't that make sense? What I am saying is although it is nice that they get along on 3 legs maybe its best not to push the activity or let them. I do more walks with Nova and Cosmo and leave Asia home, and she seems to prefer this. I also give her glucosamine and chondrotin. I hope Polli gets well with rest. Thinking of you both. No, we don't walk her on any hard surfaces. The only time we walk her is on grass and that is once a month. She did run- on grass and soft dirt (softball field) 2 weeks ago. She has been on deramaxx pretty much since the run and tramadol as needed. She was doing greyt the tail end of the week and then all of a sudden Friday night, it went south, quickly. 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...
Remolacha Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Robin, she has to get better, she just has to When Sugar had her back end problems (not LS), one really bad time she couldn't even stand without falling over. My vet gave her a steroid shot and said, if this doesn't work... she really didn't have to finish that sentence It took about 48 hrs for her to become mobile enough to get around without falling, and she had her second acupuncture treatment a few days later. We never looked back! She continued to improve, with a few minor setbacks, but she never got that bad (or even close) again. for the same miracle for Polli! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 (edited) Robin -- I hope the Depo works -- it really helped Rex. Just to clarify, the D-M shot does not go in the spine or anywhere it would hit the spine...it goes on either side, exactly where the thumbs go to do the test. A shot in the spine sounds scary and that is not what it is. . Edited March 1, 2009 by Hubcitypam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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