ShantisMom Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 (edited) My in-laws were here the other day and I got an update on Buddy. For those who don't know, he was paralyzed when he took off after a peacock while tied to a 20' lead. It got tangled around him and when he hit the end of it, it snapped on his back doing damage. Nothing broken, all soft tissue as far as we know. They chose not to do a MRI. It has been 4 weeks. He is actually standing on all 4 legs now. He still can't walk as he is way too wobbly, but he is getting the sensation back in his legs!!! They use a "bottoms up" leash on him to help him. He has bladder and bowel control again, which he did not have for a while. The vets were NOT optimistic, and still aren't overly optimistic, but agree this is a great sign. He may never get 100% but he is certainly trying. I keep my fingers crossed for him every day! Edited April 6, 2009 by ShantisMom Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I remember when you posted this. Things do sound promising. Sending more healing thoughts for his continued improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreytMuse Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 What promising news! Many prayers that Buddy continues to improve every day and has a full recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TaraCoachCougar Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 Great news. We'll keep hoping and praying for a full recovery. Bless him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ullaluv Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I'm glad Buddy is doing so well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 That is awesome news Jenny! We say a little prayer for Buddy every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbullwinkel Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 my brother's aerdale was paralyzed from a car accident..after much home therapy she now walks with only a slight limp. the vets suggested putting her down..but my brother and his wife...felt they needed to give her time. good thing they did! it is possible. I will keep Buddy in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 Great news, sending prayers for continued improvement. 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...
brandimom Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 (edited) Sending good thoughts and hugs for him. Just to give you more encouragement, my vet wanted to put my grey down when she was paralyzed and actually sent her home to die at home. Five years later she is living, walking, running. She has issues at times but she has a quality of life. Edited April 6, 2009 by brandimom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 It is great to hear of others who have beat the odds and recovered!!! Very encouraging. Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 So wonderful that Buddy is showing so much improvement! It's a testament to the care he is receiving. Will send prayers and healing light. 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 vahoundlover Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Wonderful update!! I wonder if acupuncture would help Buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 Wonderful update!! I wonder if acupuncture would help Buddy I have mentioned it to them. There are some vets in the OC area that do it. I sent them some info on it. Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Thanks for the update.....great to hear Buddy has been improving!! Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LindsaySF Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 That is great news! Hopefully he continues to improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 great to hear 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...
nyGreys Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 I remember this as well. I'm so glad to hear he's make improvements and will keep my fingers crossed that he continues to do so!!! Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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