rschultz Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 great!! Quote Lexie is gone but not forgotten.💜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eaglflyt Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Great news! Our prayers continue for a full and speedy recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Awesome news! Go Minerva Go! (well, in a couple weeks, now, try to stay calm!) 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 August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I'm so happy that everything went well. Please feel free to PM me if you have any questions during Minerva's recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Great news, I hope she gets to come home today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 wow, I missed this whole thing, but am so happy to hear that things went well tons of thoughts for quick healing :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 greytbookert Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I'm so glad the surgery went well! I hope she is able to come home very soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Share Posted August 1, 2009 We got a call at 8:45 this AM from the vet who said she's doing well- eating like she always does (anything that's put in front of her). We bought several cans of food including the smelliest canned tripe you can buy, with specific instructions NOT to use it unless she won't eat the other stuff. She's normally raw-fed, and I didn't think it would be too convenient for them to refrigerate her usual fare. She's happy, wagging her tail- still some pain turning her head to the left; I didn't inquire about that, but hopefully between the surgery and elapsed time that will go away. The vet recommended another day in their care because of the soreness in her neck, so we're planning on picking her up at 9 AM tomorrow. I have a friend with a GMC Yukon; I'm debating whether to bring along a crate so we can anchor it down with some Nylon webbing and have her stay safe in that for the trip, or just to bring some cushions. She NEVER sits down on drives, but she's never been drugged up like this. I suppose I should bring the crate just in case we want to use it; it's about 15 miles to my home, and I just want to make sure she's safe for the trip. Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 AJ, is she at Arizona Veterinary Specialists? If she is used to her crate, it would probably be a good idea to bring it. If not, then not Glad to hear she is recovering so well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Share Posted August 1, 2009 AJ, is she at Arizona Veterinary Specialists? If she is used to her crate, it would probably be a good idea to bring it. If not, then not Glad to hear she is recovering so well! Oddly, no; that's right up the street from me. She's at the Veterinary Neurological Center, near 40th and the I-10: http://veterinaryneurology.com Three board-certified neuro vets and three veterinary neuro interns, something like 15 staff and an in-house MRI. The vet has been very explicit with the vet techs that Minerva is to be on two leashes on potty breaks due to the potential and risks of escape (they don't have a fenced-in run). My understanding is they're the only ones with board-certified neuro vets in the Valley. Their training and background is on their website, and- wow. Just- wow. Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 This is good news! I'm glad she came through the surgery with flying colors. Prayers for a speed recovery that results in a pain free Minerva! 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...
Batmom Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Is there a 60-40 split back seat so somebody could sit in back with her for the drive home? That might be better than the crate. I get leery of injured dogs in crates. Sometimes they don't want to come out, and then it's a conundrum as to how to get them out without hurting them. You know your girl best, tho. Sounds like she's doing *very* well! Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 AJ, is she at Arizona Veterinary Specialists? If she is used to her crate, it would probably be a good idea to bring it. If not, then not Glad to hear she is recovering so well! Oddly, no; that's right up the street from me. She's at the Veterinary Neurological Center, near 40th and the I-10: http://veterinaryneurology.com Three board-certified neuro vets and three veterinary neuro interns, something like 15 staff and an in-house MRI. The vet has been very explicit with the vet techs that Minerva is to be on two leashes on potty breaks due to the potential and risks of escape (they don't have a fenced-in run). My understanding is they're the only ones with board-certified neuro vets in the Valley. Their training and background is on their website, and- wow. Just- wow. wow is right! I hope I never need them, but good to know they are there. Will Minerva need to use a harness while she is healing? Seems like I've heard other dogs with neck problems weren't supposed to wear collars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJane Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Is there a 60-40 split back seat so somebody could sit in back with her for the drive home? That might be better than the crate. I get leery of injured dogs in crates. Sometimes they don't want to come out, and then it's a conundrum as to how to get them out without hurting them. You know your girl best, tho. Sounds like she's doing *very* well! Glad to hear that she's doing well .. Also, it's a great suggestion to have someone in the back with her on the ride home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2NOFLEAS Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Ah geez I'm just seeing this now............. My heart was beating fast as I was reading....... I'm so glad everything is going well............ Paws in prayer for everyone. Quote Tina dogmom to Rocket and Angels Cofax (my girl) 5/9/01-7/1/10(OS), ReRun (my boy)(4/18/95-4/19/07 Heart tumor)) Dedicating my life as much as I could - to keeping the smile alive of my Lambie Pie - lost 12/04 to Rocky Mtn Spotted Fever.... & then there's the hubby - Bob .... http://www.freewebs.com/3nofleas/ . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HelpFindNoddy Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 I just saw this! I am so glad she is doing well! Lots of prayers from my end for her speedy recovery! -Audrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Elaine Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Sorry I missed this earlier as I had a dog who had a very similar neck surgery. In BJ's case, he had close to a 50% herniation of C3-Cr. As with Minerva, when the did the surgery, they went in from the front, removed the herniated material and I was able to bring BJ home 3 days later. He recovered very nicely. I kept BJ crated to keep him quiet and walked him on a harness to avoid putting any pressure on his neck. Elaine @ DM Greyhounds http://www.dmgreyhounds.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Sending my prayers for a smooth recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted August 2, 2009 Author Share Posted August 2, 2009 She's back. I was all worried about how to pick her up to put her in the Yukon, but she just stepped right up and made as if she was going to hotwire and drive the thing off. She looks a lot better than I thought she would; she acts much better than I thought she would; she did fine when re-introduced to the pack, even bothering to snap at Tito to put him back into place. She just got fed lunch- I chopped up her usual raw food to make eating easier for her; the vet informed us they'd never seen a trachea as big as hers, which makes me wonder how much larger Coco's must be given that he's swallowed whole tom turkey necks. Total bill: $7,000.33. ("What's the $.33 for?") I'll post pictures later. We're all a little frazzled right now. Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Wow - she's a tough girl. Glad she's doing so well! 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 vahoundlover Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 I'm just seeing this. Glad to hear she's doing so well!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Incredible. I hope she finishes the healing process quickly and completely, and never again has a sore neck. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Welcome home, Minerva! Here's to a speedy recovery! Sounds like she's really doing well already, that must be such a relief. 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...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 I am glad to hear she is home and doing well! Sorry about your wallet, though, ouch... When you see her all better and pain free, though, it will be worth it. Heal quickly, Minerva! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Wow just saw this, so glad she is home and healing. for a speedy, uneventful recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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