Guest FreddyGirl Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 A little history: Princess Bobbi came to me at age 8 1/2 with a left front leg limp. After x-rays, it was found that she has arthritis and a bone growth on the shoulder. This has caused the permanent limp, thus head bobbing while walking, which has caused 2 compressed discs in her neck, leading to rear end weakness. She goes for accupuncture every other week. She takes Deramaxx and Tramadol daily. I want her as pain free as possible. She takes organic liquid glucosamine with hcl purchased from the holisitc vet and has had n glucosamine/chondroiti since I got her 3 years ago. Household accommodations have already been made. I bought a minivan that I can readily lift her into, installed a ramp off of the deck to the yard and purcahsed another tv for the spare bedroom that I now use as a den as my regular tv is upstairs. GOD forbid I go up there without her, separating her from me and her pack!!!! Not ever again. It was fortuitous though as I had ACL surgery in July and couldn't do the stairs either. I also covered the hard wood floors on the entire first floor and kitchen floor with rubber backed machine washable runners as she was starting to slip. Well, over the last week, her limp has gotten worse so I took her in to the vet yesterday. She did xrays while she was awake. The excellent news is that there is no sign of osteo. However, there is so much arthritis, coupled with the bone growth, that the shoulder socket is virtually a solid mass. To walk efficiently, meaning with less pain, she needs to walk with a straight leg, like a peg leg. Needless to say, she is not doing this. Yesterday, she had 2 doses of 2 Tramadol tablets. This isn't enough, as she woke me up around 3AM with her crying. I found her in the living room standing up. So, I called the vet again. I can give her 3 doses of Tramadol a day. I will try this for a couple of days to see how she does. If more pain management is needed, I will consider Prednisone. Side effects of increased appetite, well, if you have followed any of my posts about Bobbi, you know how I jump for joy over that, works well. Increased thirst and urination, not so much. However, if it makes her more comfortable, I can deal with it. My goal is for a good quality of life with little to no pain. So, please keep Bobbi in your thoughts. She is my heart, my baby, and hearing her cry crushes me. Thank you all, Nancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Best wishes - and many prayers. Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Poor Bobbi. I hope you can work out a combination of pills that makes her comfortable. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 May sound extreme but, is Bobbi a canidate for amputation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 You are such a terrific mom! I know you'll do whatever is possible to keep Bobbi comfy for as long as you can. 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...
maggiespet Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Healthy thoughts and prayers for sweet Bobbi from Jersey. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Lots of good thought and prayers for Bobbi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 May sound extreme but, is Bobbi a canidate for amputation? No, she is not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Sending lots of prayers for Bobbi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Wow! You ARE a WONDERFUL Mom! Bobbi is lucky to have you! I hope you and your vet can find the best pain management for her, and she will live a long, happy, pain-free life. Sending you a HUGE hug and lots of prayers from here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Good thoughts for your and Bobbi. There is nothing like one of your pups in pain. I am sure you will do everything for her. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 thinking good thoughts for your sweet bobbi. Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Poor Bobbi Sending lots of good thoughts for her. Does she seem to be in good spirits, though? Have her extreme mobility issues had an effect on her mood or appetite? Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flysmom Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Sending good thoughts!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Many prayers for your baby girl. Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Prayers for Bobbi........ for you. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Poor Bobbi Sending lots of good thoughts for her. Does she seem to be in good spirits, though? Have her extreme mobility issues had an effect on her mood or appetite? Bobbi is definitely not a candidate for amp. Her mood is pretty good most of the time but her appetite sux even when she is pain free. You would not believe what Nancy has to do to get this one to eat and even so, Bobbi will go 3 days with NOTHING. That's Bobbi. Keeping this sweet lady in the forfront of my prayers and thoughts. 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...
MerlinsMum Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Just checking in this morning. How is Bobbi doing today, Nancy? Sending more good thoughts your way... :goodluck Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest goofydog Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Gentle & pain free wishes for the Princess of Purple and hugs for you Nancy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Might want to try Bobbi on Gabapentin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Bobbi are you any better today? I hope so stay right there I am sending you a truck load of healing wishes Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 (edited) She actually did swing her leg out straight for 2 steps today. She is now getting 2 Tramadol every 8 hours so as to be covered 24 hours. We will see how this goes for another day. The only walking she does is down the ramp in the backyard to potty. Otherwise, when we go for walks, she is in her "chariot." So, fortunately, she does not have to walk that much as I have a rather small house, working in our favor. Waiting to hear from the vet because less than 2 hours after a Tramadol dose last evening, she got up and cried. I want to see what else we can do for her. Appetite, what appetite? Robin said it in her thread. Let's put it this way, she maintains 63-65 lbs. Bobbi is a challenging dog to feed&^^$$&(()&%#@!@#$%&( There are times when she won't eat a real meal for 3 days, but when Auntie robin comes over, she eats for her. I just don't know how she does while I'm at work. I do come home every day at lunch to let the pups out so I can at least check on her. Edited September 8, 2010 by FreddyGirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Sending good thoughts for Ms. Bobbi 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...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Heard back from vet. Bobbi goes back on Deramaxx tomorrow along with the 3 doses of Tramadol. If that does not work, we start on Pred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted September 8, 2010 Share Posted September 8, 2010 Sweet Bobbi. She's in my thoughts and prayers. Hope the Deramaxx and Tram work for her. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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