carronstar Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 (edited) Just spoke to Tina. Cofax came through her surgery well. The vet said that she bled the least amount of any greyhound he has ever seen. She will be at the vets for a few days. Tina is getting the house ready for her return in a few days. The vet did indicate that it might not only be osteo, there might be some muscle affect as well. They biopsied the lymph nodes and will have those results in a few days. If you could keep lovely Cofax in your prayers I know Tina, Bob and Cofax would appreciate it. ------------- Update via email from Tina -------------------- Just a quick note ........... so Bob & I can grab a quick dinner and sneek in to try to see her again...... My sister in law Ruth came and sat with me during surgery and then we went to lunch. I'm glad she was there. I know I could have done this on my own.... but it's still good to have that extra "wind beneath my wings".... just like having so many other friends and family from all over the world there for us. The doctor that did the surgery said she's doing better than any greyhound he has ever had to do an amp on. He's followed the guidelines of Dr. Couto and had min.bleeding and brusing. He did a sorta s or c cut instead of a y to have a better look later and less chance of infections while healing. The bone was terrible he said. We really did the right thing. There was definitely a big problem. He took samples of different areas and the lymph node to see if it's spread. We'll know more in a few day from the lymph node but could be up to 2 wks for the bone samples. I went to see her for a few mins today and she gave everyone a BIG scare and surprise when she stood up!!!! Boy did the team move fast! Doc said never has any of his amps - greyhound or otherwise ever stood up only 2hrs after surgery! He was amazed..... and I said.... that's why NOT to bring her home too soon! don't need her pooping stitches. But That's my girl..... she's strong. I have a photo of her today if you would like to see it... let me know.... don't want to post or email unless you do.... don't want to upset anyone. ..... but from others I've seen....... It's really good. Even I'm impressed. Edited April 20, 2010 by carronstar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheUnrulyHound Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Thanks for the update, I have been fretting all morning...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsgreys Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Thank you for updating us. I have been thinking of Tina and Cofax all morning. :hope that recovery goes well! 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...
Guest goofydog Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Thanks for the pupdate. Come on Cofax, do as the doctor orders and you'll be home in no time. Tina, hugs to you and Bob. Toni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Hoping revocery goes well... Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Hoping for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Sending lots of Prayers and Good Thoughts..... Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eaglflyt Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Still sending good thoughts and keeping Cofax in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddiesmom Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 We are thinking of Tina and Cofax. Quote Amy Human Mommy to fur baby Maddie (Doobiesaurus) TDI certified. May 5, 2002-September 12, 2014 and Mille (Mac's Bayou Baby)CGC, TDI certified. http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg"]http://i270. photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg[/img] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I have been worried all day. This is a relief to hear that Cofax did well. Thank you. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Sending lots of Prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Thanks for the update as I have been on pins and needles this morning. Prayers still going out for Cofax and family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Many prayers from Philly for Tina and Cofax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mountain4greys Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Praying for the best news. So happy the surgery went well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greys2cats Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Sending prayers along for Cofax, Tina & Bob. Quote Roberta & Michael with Furkids- Flower (Shasta Flowers 6/7/06) & Rascal the kitty - Missing our sweet angels - Max(M's Mad Max) 10/12/02 - 12/3/15, Sara (Sara Raves 6/30/01 - 4/13/12) Queenie & Pandora the kitties - gone but never forgotten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kydie Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 healing white light from western Pa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Can't seem to say too many prayers for Cofax and Tina. Won't stop, either. Hope all future updates will be as good, too! Sending healing white 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 Smiley Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I'm so happy Cofax made it through and seemingly very well! I know how stressful the waiting is and what a treat to get to see Cofax post-op. I'll be keeping everyone in my prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Saying lots of prayers for Cofax, that he continues to do amazingly well. Hugs to you, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhndz Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Please send Tina my best, and lots of healing thoughts for Cofax! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 From Tina. Even Bob is amazed at all the support........ he said thank you from him personally. And he made a comment - it's good to know that there are so many people that still put the love they have for the dogs above everything else. Wish I could answer your posts directly - but there's always a way when you have angel friends - and when you have friends - mountains, valleys, and oceans - can't keep us apart. Bob said to tell everyone...... Thank you. It really helps to have such support..... and that comes from both of us....... We're so used to doing everything alone and always trying to be there for others..... this time.... we really appreciate it all more than we can ever express. This morning Cofax had some blood in her urine - but it cleared up so they think it was just from the cath. and she was sleeping finally but still not eating. The swelling is about the same but very little brusing. So I'll call this afternoon to be sure she's up for a visit. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Sending my good thoughts for a speedy and complete recovery. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 From Tina: One of the awesome suggestions we received is to use Artemisinin. I guess Dr. Couto's studies use it too. http://en.wikipedia....iki/Artemisinin Has anyone else used it? I was going to try some of the local natural stores to see if they carry it before I order it on line.... just curious if any had any thoughts. The vet didn't seem to be against it here either. Many thanks. bonecancerdogs Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kydie Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 glad is out out of surgery and doing well, keep us updated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 Hoping for a speedy, uneventful recovery. Hugs and scritches to all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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