jamngrey Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 adding prayers Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Poor Baby.... Sending lots more prayers and hugs..... 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...
RaineysMom Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 poor guy! :( sending many prayers!!! Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Poor baby. I'll be adding lots and lots of prayers for beautiful Canyon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Alexandra_W Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Sending prayers, poor Canyon - and you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Oh, my! I'm just catching up on that heartbreaker also known as Canyon! Sending prayers and unending healing white light! I'm sure he's feeling much better now that he's on some pain meds and I'm sure it's a lot easier on the nerves, too! Heal quickly, young man! 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...
racindog Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 We're smilin' for you Canyon until you feel more like it again! Get well soon! Love, Cash, Minny, Aggie, Bobber, Toby, Baby Doll, and racindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Canyon is still in a lot of pain when he shifts position while lying down. I'm going to put his Gabapentin dosage back up to 3 X daily. Twice a day isn't sufficient anymore. He is still eating well and is happy to go back into his crate after relieving himself. HE IS SUCH A DEAR SOUL!!! We sit with the crate door open and give him lots of loving... he groans with contentment. Breezy is not liking being separated by a crate though! She let us know by having a BIG PEE on the laminate floor right after having been outside! We're making sure she gets lots of loving too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ullaluv Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 More prayers for sweet Canyon. I hope the increased dose of Gabapentin gives him more comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Continued prayers for Canyon, what a gorgeous grey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Annie - so sorry to hear of the struggles with Canyon. The decisions with back / neck injuries are exceptionally difficult to make. I am not an expert, but our foster had a inflamed disc (at least that was the most likely diagnosis without ultrasound or x rays) that was causing pressure on his spinal cord which in turn caused his whole back end to be very painful and totally uncoordinated. He could hardly walk and had actually fallen over when relieving himself outside. We are on closing on week 4 since this all began and the following things have helped our guy get healthy: - Rimadyl - 75mg 2x daily - Tramadol - 75mg 2x daily - Gabapentin, which you are doing - crate crate crate - rest rest rest It has been a challenge carrying him up/down stairs, leash walking him in the house, and lately, trying to keep him quiet. I think the most important thing that has helped (at least our foster) is to keep him quiet and rested. This has not been easy, at all, so I understand your comments above. I'm not sure if this helps or not, but I wanted to tell you at least that I've also found the stress associated with just watching our guy in pain to be traumatic. It is heartwrenching and you are not alone. We've managed through it and have tried to remain strong for his sake, supporting him when needed, thinking, trying. You are doing great and we wish you continued strength and clear headedness. I hope so badly that you find the magic formula that works for Canyon and that he gets better soon. We'll keep watching for updates. Good luck. Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Annie - so sorry to hear of the struggles with Canyon. The decisions with back / neck injuries are exceptionally difficult to make. I am not an expert, but our foster had a inflamed disc (at least that was the most likely diagnosis without ultrasound or x rays) that was causing pressure on his spinal cord which in turn caused his whole back end to be very painful and totally uncoordinated. He could hardly walk and had actually fallen over when relieving himself outside. We are on closing on week 4 since this all began and the following things have helped our guy get healthy: - Rimadyl - 75mg 2x daily - Tramadol - 75mg 2x daily - Gabapentin, which you are doing - crate crate crate - rest rest rest It has been a challenge carrying him up/down stairs, leash walking him in the house, and lately, trying to keep him quiet. I think the most important thing that has helped (at least our foster) is to keep him quiet and rested. This has not been easy, at all, so I understand your comments above. I'm not sure if this helps or not, but I wanted to tell you at least that I've also found the stress associated with just watching our guy in pain to be traumatic. It is heartwrenching and you are not alone. We've managed through it and have tried to remain strong for his sake, supporting him when needed, thinking, trying. You are doing great and we wish you continued strength and clear headedness. I hope so badly that you find the magic formula that works for Canyon and that he gets better soon. We'll keep watching for updates. Good luck. Oh man, BrucieDad! You are so right about how traumatic this has been for us to watch him in pain!!! It is agonizing!!! Thank you for your post! This is such an unknown situation for us, and we are trying SO HARD to do the right thing by our sweet Canyon!!! It's a balancing act with the pain meds... too much and he plays like a puppy and doesn't heal... too little and he is in excruciating pain. We want to avoid surgery if at all possible and his neurologist still thinks he has a good chance of it. Canyon has been strictly crated since Sunday and we are going to continue with it. I hear you when you say CRATE, CRATE, CRATE, REST, REST, REST!!! It's wonderful that your foster has responded so well!!! It sounds as though he was much worse off than Canyon too. I will pray for him as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightfal Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 you can try these to herbs, "Angustura Vera" and "Hypericum Perforatum" You can also try DMSO gel. DSMO GEL or the DMSO cream with additives. DMSO Cream With Additives I only found this stuff recently (after Bullet passed) from my uncle who owns a horse farm in VA. He uses it on the farm animals. He said you have to be careful with this stuff. You would need to wear surgical gloves and use a tongue depressor to apply it to the dogs skin. You would need to shave the area in question and apply it there. Your dog is most likely not going to like it because he will smell like and his tongue will taste garlic. But from whats hes told me this stuff works wonders and the smell is worth it. Just don't get it on your skin or you will tastes garlic on your tongue. Good Luck. You should def try the above..... My uncle swears by the stuff.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Sending lots of prayers and many good wishes for your boy. 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 Annie Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 you can try these to herbs, "Angustura Vera" and "Hypericum Perforatum" You can also try DMSO gel. DSMO GEL or the DMSO cream with additives. DMSO Cream With Additives I only found this stuff recently (after Bullet passed) from my uncle who owns a horse farm in VA. He uses it on the farm animals. He said you have to be careful with this stuff. You would need to wear surgical gloves and use a tongue depressor to apply it to the dogs skin. You would need to shave the area in question and apply it there. Your dog is most likely not going to like it because he will smell like and his tongue will taste garlic. But from whats hes told me this stuff works wonders and the smell is worth it. Just don't get it on your skin or you will tastes garlic on your tongue. Good Luck. You should def try the above..... My uncle swears by the stuff.... I will look it up, thank you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Soooooooo....how is Canyon doing? I hope he is well! Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Canyon is still in pain and crying out, although a bit less often since the acupuncture yesterday. The cries are also sounding more like squeaks then screams. The acupuncture was the most amazing experience!!! He went from shaking and whimpering in fear (as he does in a vet's office), to lying down with his eyes closed in a matter of minutes!!! I could hardly believe my eyes! He was so relaxed, that after the 30 minute procedure, he remained lying down, snoozing. He had his head in my lap and was curled right into my body. (This is a pup who is only just getting used to being touched when resting.) We stayed like that a few minutes, then I got up, put on my coat to leave... and he just lay there in complete contentment! Eventually, I had to ask him to get up We are going for acupuncture again next week, and the plan is to have 4 treatments. My DH and I are praying this helps him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 great news about the acupuncture!! praying that this will really help your boy :hope Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vinnie Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Sending extra hugs and scritches to sweet Canyon. Hope the acupuncture continues to help him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Oh, that's wonderful news! I hope this is the worst of it and between the pain meds and the acupuncture, Canyon will be feeling better soon and making Breezie happy by not being in that darned crate all the time! Still praying as fast as we can. 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...
racindog Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 you can try these to herbs, "Angustura Vera" and "Hypericum Perforatum" You can also try DMSO gel. DSMO GEL or the DMSO cream with additives. DMSO Cream With Additives I only found this stuff recently (after Bullet passed) from my uncle who owns a horse farm in VA. He uses it on the farm animals. He said you have to be careful with this stuff. You would need to wear surgical gloves and use a tongue depressor to apply it to the dogs skin. You would need to shave the area in question and apply it there. Your dog is most likely not going to like it because he will smell like and his tongue will taste garlic. But from whats hes told me this stuff works wonders and the smell is worth it. Just don't get it on your skin or you will tastes garlic on your tongue. Good Luck. You should def try the above..... My uncle swears by the stuff.... I recognize the hypericum. It is used for pain associated with the nervous system. You can buy it in a tincture or the little pills. It is highly unlikely that it would interact with anything but would probably be rendered ineffective due to the other medications. Sometimes the homeopathic things won't work if combined with other conventional medication. I know Arnica helps Cash for routine pain-all I do is give her a few drops of the tincture. But whenever a bad flare up happens it is not strong enough and I have to go with Ecogesic or Tramadol for a day or so till it subsides. Luckily it doesn't happen much. I think the Boiflow collar really helps keep her OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Enjoyed reading your acupuncture experience. That's the same thing my houndies do- just lay down and really relax and enjoy it to the point of falling asleep sometimes. They like going to Dr. Boswell for their accupuncture! Maybe I should be getting some for me too! I'm sure it will help him. I really just believe that he's going to start making great progress! Praying . Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 The acupuncture was the most amazing experience!!! He went from shaking and whimpering in fear (as he does in a vet's office), to lying down with his eyes closed in a matter of minutes!!! I could hardly believe my eyes! He was so relaxed, that after the 30 minute procedure, he remained lying down, snoozing. He had his head in my lap and was curled right into my body. (This is a pup who is only just getting used to being touched when resting.) We stayed like that a few minutes, then I got up, put on my coat to leave... and he just lay there in complete contentment! Eventually, I had to ask him to get up We are going for acupuncture again next week, and the plan is to have 4 treatments. My DH and I are praying this helps him. The acupuncture buzz I'd plan on 6 instead of 4 then space them out. I hope it continues to help him! Too bad he/she doesn't make house calls! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Keeping your boy in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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