BertnLil Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Poor boy. for Miles. Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethGPAPS Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Oh boy. Simon lost 22 teeth in a dental when he was 9 - he was drooling long strings of blood and looking so miserable afterwards I was just beside myself. It was like he'd aged 5 years in one day. He did bounce back, and besides having to soak his kibble for an hour before serving, he's no different. I'm sure Miles will be much happier once the pain of the dental passes and he can enjoy having a healthy mouth. A 1.5" stick!? Good grief. Fate sent you to him - he needed you. Sorry about the bill...I know that surprise as well. Quote Rugrat's Rebel (Simon) 09/03/1995-03/22/2010, Silly Savannah 05/14/1995-02/13/2009, Isabella de Moreau the Sloughi 05/15/1993-10/14/2008, Hammy the IG 06/11/04 and ChiChi the Chihuahua 2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Oh, poor, poor little guy! He will feel sooo much better soon .. but .. a piece of stick!! How could they not know he was in pain? I know how you feel. We adopted Jack at nearly ten, and he'd been taken back into rescue after years in a pet home, with a horrible mouth. He'd had a dental just before we got him, but he needed two more during the next year, and he ended up with all his front teeth, but only one on one side at the back, and three on the other. Just about enough to chew on. He was a very twitchy little dog and wouldn't allow much in the way of brushing, but he ate pig ears and dried tripe and dental treats almost right up to the very end, when he was thirteen and a half. It's amazing how they cope. I hope poor miles feels better soon. Ice cream may not be the best thing if his gums aren't sutured shut. It's an ideal bacteria growth medium. Might be better to freeze some sticks of chicken broth to give him to 'gum' on. Check with the vet first. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Poor guy. I hope he feels better soon. As for your wallet, well, let's hope he lasts for a good long time without any more big bills--I think his presence will be payment enough. 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...
Guest barkdogs Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 My IG Sophia had to have all (as in--ALL) her teeth removed when I got her. They didn't even look like teeth--more like rocks. She also has a spay/abortion in the same surgery as my vet did not feel puppies (she was in poor health anyway and having puppies would not have been a good thing for her) and suspected a pyometria. She was very weak after the surgery and needed a heating pad. 24 hours later she was a different dog. Mouths heal really quickly, thank God/Dog so I bet Miles will feel much better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GentleHugs Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 My poor senior girl Ashley only has her 4 canines left. Despite all of what we did to help her teeth out, she still ended up losing them. But, she made it through surgery just fine and all of her pre-op bloodwork came back one of the best my vet has seen in a long time - especially for a Greyhound! She was 10 1/2 at the time of her dental and all the time she was under - I was having a quiet heart attack thinking something would go wrong and I would lose my girl. She came home, kind of dopey but she ate/drank when the vet said it was ok - soaked kibble and took her meds like a good girl. I didn't even have to hide them in anything! By the next morning, she was up and playing with stuffies! By the next evening - she was like a new puppy all over again. Now her smile is precious - even if she only has 4 teeth left! Healing prayers to Miles..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyscot Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Ask your vet if there is an antibiotic shot that they can give him. In the US, it's called Convenia. Poor guy, the less messin' with him right now, the better! He has really been through the ringer, bless him, but like others have already said, he will be better off in the long run. hugs to you both, and check in with updates when you can ~Pat I agree about Convenia. It's an long acting antibiotic so saves messing with pills. It is much more expensive (at least it is in the UK) than antibiotic pills but one shot is the equivalent to a full dose of antibiotics. Hope your poor guy feels better soon - and I'll keep my fingers crossed you win the lottery . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest paulamariez Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Your poor precious Miles! Look at that sweet boy. He looks like he went through so much. Sending lots of healing prayers, love and light for Miles. Tiger, Bueller and Domino are sending him some healing doggie kisses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest multigrey Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Bless you for taking this lucky boy and "fixing" him. Give him a few days and he will be a new dog.....no more of that horrid bacteria going through his system. Lots of good soft stuff around to feed him and make him happy. Good job, mom!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Ohhhhh, poor Miles. I hope he is doing ok tonight. I feel bad for you, but if misery loves company, we're at $6K in 6 months for Bumper...spinal issue we knew about when adopting him. Good on you for taking great care of Miles. I wish him a speedy and easy recovery. 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 K9_Lady Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Healing thoughts. I am sure he will be feeling much better very soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Oh Miles, I know your feeling poorly now but in a few days you will feel SOOO much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest luvdogs Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 you have to remember that because of the gum disease there was a lot of bacteria in his mouth which of course was being swallowed and going through his circulation system. In humans all that bacteria from gum disease can have side affects, such as heart disease, risk of stroke is increased, and a myriad of other systemic complications. I am sure it is NOT that different for a dog. He will be healthier for it and I also agree with the others, he will be freed from pain. He is lucky to have you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MyBoys Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Miles will recover and when he does he will feel like a new man, thanks to you and your husband. Bless you for helping this boy, from what you have written this poor guy was very much neglected. You opened your hearts and home to him when he needed the help, again bless you for that. Hoping Miles recovers quickly and can once again be a happy healthy boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ashley Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 This story broke my heart when I read it at work this morning. If you are ever in Calgary again and need any help, Aadil and I would be glad to do what we can. I hope Miles heals quickly and easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I looked after Miles for a couple of hours this afternoon while Sharon had an appointment she couldn't miss. He was already starting to feel a bit better and managed to wag his tail and paw at me when I wasn't petting him enough. There is such an innocence about him, and despite whatever he's been through... a great capacity to love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 What an ordeal for all concerned! Hopefully this will set him well on the road to good health. Sending scritchies and nose kisses. 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...
dbullwinkel Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I hope Miles feels better soon! Sorry it was such an expense though... My bridge girl Sicily also came to me from another home; she was 9 when I adopted her. Her teeth were a mess. The adoption group did a dental and pulled many teeth. Shortly after I got her she had to have many more pulled. I don't remember how many, but do remember the vet bill of $900! Anyway she ate great after she was all healed; including crunchy treats! She was so cute when she slept....her toungh fell out of her mouth. I still miss her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIGreyLady Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Sending healing thoughts to Miles and good wishes for the lottery to you Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound1 Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I hope he feels better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Checking on Miles this morning. How is he doing? Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 HYDROGEN PEROXIDE put a few drops on a cotton ball and wipe there gums and the spot where the tooth was WILL heal there mouth do it once a day untill there gums are pink or normal looking -- this will work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Energy had about three teeth left in his mouth. He had a lot pulled at one time, like Miles, and it took a few days to heal. We gave him pain meds and soft food. Love and hugs to Miles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greymama002 Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 that Miles is feeling much better with those nasty teeth (and stick ) gone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest longdoglady Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Poor Miles, he will feel much better without those bad teeth and nasty stick, he must have been in so much pain. Homeopathic arnica 30c tablets are great after any surgery or injury, helps heal the bruising. It is the only homeopathic medicine I have used which work. They cannot do any harm, taste nice, shorten healing time and can be given every two hours until improvement. They are safe to use with pain meds and antibiotics. Don't know how to heal your wallet though other than that lottery win! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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