gryhndsr4us Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 It is osteosarcoma. We will keep him comfortable and spoil him until he lets us know it is time. Right now he is doing good, DH said he was trotting around outside today. I bought an inflatable mattress and am sleeping downstairs with him. I don't want him doing our steep stairs. I'm afraid that would be too much, the osteo is in his front leg. Question for those that have used the generic Metacam from Walmart. How frequently do you have to give the pills? The liquid is once a day. My vet is going to write me a prescription so I can get the pills and save some money. I love my vet, he is the one who suggested it! Quote Sue ,Sky and Dood, Bridge angels Clark, Gypsy, Dreamy and Sneakers, Oshkosh,WI Heartbound Greyhound Adoption<p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IndysDad Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm sorry... Enjoy the time you have with him and love him .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LoveMyJoseyBean Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am sorry, let him know how loved he is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry! I am not sure of the metacam dosage, but I am pretty sure he will need more than that at some point 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...
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Guest tennesseegrey Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry for the diagnosis. I know it's so very devastating to hear because we know our time is limited with them. We almost have a whole new appreciation for them after the diagnosis. Just hug and spoil him daily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Oh jeez. I am so sorry. 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...
patricia Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry. Sending my prayers for much "quality" time. 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...
Houndtime Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I am so sorry to read the diagnosis. Make each day special and create memories. G-d bless. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 (edited) I am so sorry to hear this. Spoil him rotten and make all kinds of memories. Edited March 14, 2009 by carronstar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry. May your time together be wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsgreys Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry - make the most of every day you have left together. Quote Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear this. Spoil him rotten...and give lots of kisses. Oh, and take lots of pictures. You'll want them. Quote Kathy and Q (CRT Qadeer from Fuzzy's Cannon and CRT Bonnie) and Jane (WW's Aunt Jane from Trent Lee and Aunt M); photos to come. Missing Silver (5.19.2005-10.27.2016), Tigger (4.5.2007-3.18.2016), darling Sam (5.10.2000-8.8.2013), Jacey-Kasey (5.19.2003-8.22.2011), and Oreo (1997-3.30.2006) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gingergrey Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Sorry to hear the diagnosis. I can only imagine how you feel. Take lots of pictures for beautiful memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vinnie Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 We are so sorry that osteo is working its evil on your sweet Clark. Count every day as a blessing and spoil him rotten, lots of snuggle time, treats and pictures. Making memories will help when it is time to walk him to the Bridge - but we hope not too soon. Sending extra prayers, hugs and scritches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest UnrulyHounds Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 So sorry to hear this bad news I sleep with my greys when they are not feeling well too Get in all that quality time you can and give him a kiss and a snuggle from me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 (edited) I'm so very sorry. OS is SUCH a monster. Talk with your vet about using a combination of meds, like the Metacam + tramadol. Pain control is critical. You also might want to consider joining the Circle of Grey for additional support and advice re treatment options. Sending more prayers to your sweet Clark. Edited March 14, 2009 by iluvgreys 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...
Sighthounds4me Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear this, Sue! My thoughts are with you. I'm so sorry to hear this, Sue! My thoughts are with you. Quote Sarah, the human, Henley, and Armani the Borzoi boys, and Brubeck the Deerhound.Always in our hearts, Gunnar, Naples the Greyhounds, Cooper and Manero, the Borzoi, and King-kitty, at the Rainbow Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gryhndsr4us Posted March 14, 2009 Author Share Posted March 14, 2009 Clark is on Metacam and tramadol. He hates the tramadol! The only way to get that in him is to put it in some cream cheese then put that to the back of his throat so it slides down. I was just wondering about the metacam pills and if thay are once a day like the liquid. Quote Sue ,Sky and Dood, Bridge angels Clark, Gypsy, Dreamy and Sneakers, Oshkosh,WI Heartbound Greyhound Adoption<p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Clark is on Metacam and tramadol. He hates the tramadol! The only way to get that in him is to put it in some cream cheese then put that to the back of his throat so it slides down. I was just wondering about the metacam pills and if thay are once a day like the liquid. If you're getting Mobic from Walmart, the dosage for my 75 lb boy is 1/2 pill once a day (meloxicam 7.5 mg pills). Doublecheck with your vet of course. Ask him about adding gabepentin in addition to the tramadol & metacam. It helps with nerve pain. 9All 3 meds do different things.) I also used pepcid & sucralfate for my girl to help her stomach with the NSAID.. Cream cheese & peanut butter are staples here for pill giving. I'm so sorry to hear about Clark - I hope you have a lot more time together. Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest zoolaine Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Sorry to hear the bad news about Clark. Hope you have a lot of happy days left together. I am getting so sad/mad/sick of all these sweet dogs getting cancer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear about this. This disease is so out of hand. I have only used Metacam, I don't know anything about the generic so I don't know the answer to your question. All I can offer is lots of prayers for many many comfortable days 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...
Tracey Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry you got this diagnosis. I hope you and Clark have a lot of pain free and happy time left together. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I'm so sorry. You need to ask the vet about dosage frequency. I used the liquid so only know about that. And I did use Pepcid too. As for the Tramadol, I hid it in any number of things for Jack as it was not a favoutite of his either. Kiss that sweet boy for me and know we're here for you. Quote 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...
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