Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 Hi Everyone We just heard back from the Dr and YAHOO, no surgery! She has severe inflammation and a degeneration of a disc but 4 weeks of crate rest should do the trick. She will need to be monitored constantly and only come out to eat, pee and poop. After that they expect a 95% recovery. She may be a little clumsy but that should not be a big problem. Thanks again to all of you for your positive thoughts and prayers. We appreciate them all!! Wonderful news! I'm so happy for her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 Maggie is a fighter. Thanks for the update. Kisses and hugs to Maggie and mommy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 This is an amazing story. One of my greytest fears when my dogs are out and about and running around like a banchees. I am so happy for all that Maggie is on the mend. Thank GOD. 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 PiagetsMom Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 That's just great to hear! Sending good thoughts for an uneventful 4 weeks and a good recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnP Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Hi Everyone Maggie is finally home! She is resting comfortably in her favorite doggie bed. She is completely zonked due to the codeine and Gabapentin. We did get her up to walk out in the yard a bit. Her right side was affected more than her left. She also has vasculitis in her right front leg but it looks a lot better already. She is still knuckling under with both legs and has to be supported. They gave us a sling but I took vahoundlover's advice and ordered a harness from Carol. It's already on it's way. We have a long road ahead of meds, warm compresses, passive exercises and several walkies a day to keep down the edema. After that, a slow journey back to normal activity. But it will be worth it to see her back to her old bossy self. Hopefully, that will happen in around 8 weeks! I'll check back in and let everyone know how she is progressing each week. Thank you all again for all of your well wishes!!! The Greyhound community is wonderful Quote Bella(Bella Zinfandel), Jasper(GLS Run On In) Bridge Babies: Maggie (So To Speak), Ashlyn (Highwind Tornado), Mick (Rapid Recoil), Tiger(Charge It Up)CT Greyhound Adoption/GPA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 That is the BEST news! Sending hugs, prayers and healing white light for a quick recovery! 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...
Guest greydogluvr Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 :yay :yay Such wonderful news!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 wonderfull news 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...
Guest vahoundlover Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Music to my ears....home... Have you given any thought to acupuncture? Not all dogs respond to it but if Maggie does, it could make a world of difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozgirl2 Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 I was going to suggest acupuncture too! It helped Cody a LOT!! If you can find someone in your area, maybe they'd come to your house?? Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelWhispers Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Wonderful to hear Maggie is home and on the road to recovery. How scary for everyone and I'm another who worries about a collision in the yard. Quote Denise & Strider, Blake, Fields, Frank, FlippyDoo, and Momma Gail. The Bridge Angels Zack(Ags Marble Chip) 4/25/93-2/16/06, Wanda(Rainier Rowanda) 12/14/94-06/09/06, Brooke/Boogers(Rainier Restive) 01/01/99-10/20/08, Warlock(Rainier Rammer) 4/29/99-10/01/09), Patsie(Frisky Patsy) 5/17/96-2/05/10, Hatter(Cals Madhatter) 6/3/00-3/11/10, Dodger(Rainier Ransack) 4/29/99-4/16/10, and Sparkle(Okie Sparkle) 11/8/2000-1/28/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 I'm glad to read Maggie is at home. Continued prayers for a speedy 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...
seeh2o Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Such good news! Please give her a gentle hug from me! Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 How is Miss Maggie doing today? 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...
DawnP Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 (edited) Maggie has been getting a little better each day. However, in the midst of all this, my brother got married yesterday in my home state of CT. I had to entrust Maggie's care to a petsitter. She did a great job but I think the excitement might have been too much. Today her body has been trembling a lot. I have not had to give her the codeine in 3 days but I gave her one today so she will be zonked and not move. Hopefully, we have not taken a step backward. Several people have mentioned acupuncture. I guess I really should look into it. Anything that will help her recover. I think there is someone in our area we could go to. Fortunately, I have an understanding boss who is allowing me to work from home all week. I feel much better that I will be able to take care of her round the clock and not have to hire someone. There's no care like Mama's care... Will send another update at the end of the week. Thanks everyone. Edited March 29, 2009 by DawnP Quote Bella(Bella Zinfandel), Jasper(GLS Run On In) Bridge Babies: Maggie (So To Speak), Ashlyn (Highwind Tornado), Mick (Rapid Recoil), Tiger(Charge It Up)CT Greyhound Adoption/GPA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 So glad to hear that Maggie is home. She will love spending the week with her Mom. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Being home with Mom is the BEST medicine; can't put a price on Momma's love! Hope you see much improvement in the coming week! Prayers for Maggie's recovery! 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...
Guest redreed Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I just saw this --- Oh My Goodness!!! Many many prayers to her continued recovery and gentle hugs to everybody. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Sending well wishes for Maggie...........please consider accupuncture you'll be amazed Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Keep getting stonger sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HoustonGreys Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I just saw this today (I'm so far behind with GT) but I was so thankful that Maggie's doing so well! I'm still sending prayers, good thoughts and hugs to Maggie and you! Can't have too many of any of those! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flysmom Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Glad to hear that Maggie is doing better!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I'm happy to read that Maggie is home and doing better. 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...
Ullaluv Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 So glad you can be home with her this week. Wishing her continued progress and a full recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Sending continued prayers for a complete recovery for Maggie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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