robinw Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 OSU can't determine if there it's osteo from the radiograph I sent (higher quality ones from what I posted but still not enough). I need to get a series of additional views for them before they can make a call on any potential lesions. The poor guy hates the vet and the last thing I want to do is drag him back, but that's what we are going to have to do. ACK!!!!!!! Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 That's a bummer. They didn't even have a suspicion one way or the other? The only reason I ask is if they thought it was a possibility, you could also consider doing an FNA. Not definitive either of course and more invasive than an x-ray so probably a dumb idea, but figured I'd mention it. Hoping you have answers soon. Neyla was terrified at the vet as well so I understand. Thankfully our ortho specialist had a "quiet room" off the waiting room where we could go in by ourselves and shut the door. Because of that and their better equipment, I just kept going there for x-ray rechecks. 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...
BauersMom Posted July 1, 2011 Author Share Posted July 1, 2011 (edited) That was pretty much my response, too, Robin! And now it's a holiday weekend. The good thing is he's still not showing signs of pain - the deramaxx seems to be keeping things in check. What they want is: mediolateral and a craniocaudal or caudo-Cranial. The vet took shots of the entire left leg - shoulder, elbow, foot, etc. since we weren't entirely sure where the issue was - but we didn't get multiples of the "problem" spot. That's a bummer. They didn't even have a suspicion one way or the other? No - no suspicions. Just that they needed more views. I did ask specifically if we should get the FNA, and no answer on that at this point either. Which - I'm happy to get more x-rays. I'd rather that then a less-than-optimal read, you know? My heart's already been through enough with this. We did take him out for mcnuggets the other day. He was so freakin' happy. Edited July 1, 2011 by BauersMom Quote With Buster Bloof (UCME Razorback 89B-51359) and Gingersnap Ginny (92D-59450). Missing Pepper, Berkeley, Ivy, Princess and Bauer at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 We did take him out for mcnuggets the other day. He was so freakin' happy. That's a bummer. They didn't even have a suspicion one way or the other? No - no suspicions. Just that they needed more views. I did ask specifically if we should get the FNA, and no answer on that at this point either. Which - I'm happy to do. I'd rather that then a less-than-optimal read, you know? My heart's already been through enough with this. Did Dr. Couto respond and ignore that question? Or just no response to the email where you asked? Dr. Couto has a habit of selectively answering I've noticed, so you might try just following up with a quick email asking that one question and see if you hear back before you had back to the vet. Really it probably depends a lot on what you'd do if it is osteo. Um, that photo is ADORABLE! 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...
BauersMom Posted July 1, 2011 Author Share Posted July 1, 2011 No response either way - and it was Dr. Marin, not Dr. Couto (another thread said he was on vaca, I believe). I responded back with a few additional questions but I'm likely not to hear back until Tuesday, I'd think. If it is osteo.... he's not a great candidate for an amp. He has a bad back leg that has always bothered him since he retired (we spent a lot of time and money trying to figure out why, and never got clear answers on what's wrong) and so I think he'd really struggle as a tripod. As it is, that back leg is essentially a kickstand at times. However, I'm keeping things open and am willing to investigate whatever options are available to us that will be the best for him. His phobia of the vet also plays into it too. Yeah, he's pretty much the cutest dog on the planet, if you ask me. Quote With Buster Bloof (UCME Razorback 89B-51359) and Gingersnap Ginny (92D-59450). Missing Pepper, Berkeley, Ivy, Princess and Bauer at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest formercatlady Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 This is the CUTEST picture Dr Couto is out..though no one said for how long. I tried to PM you earlier to tell you but guess I can't from my phone? and then I forgot..sorry. Hope you have some answers really, really soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Any updates? Have you had a chance to get the new views? 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...
Guest greytkidsmom Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Thinking of you - hope the vet visit isn't too stressful for your handsome boy and that you have answers soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BauersMom Posted July 6, 2011 Author Share Posted July 6, 2011 We have an appt with an oncologist at Angell Memorial in Boston on Friday. I decided to just go straight to the specialists at this point so we could be sure to get the high-res views and hopefully not have to bring him to the vet twice if it is osteo (once to the local, once to the specialist...). They consult with OSU, too, so that's good. We have an appt with an oncologist at Angell Memorial in Boston on Friday. I decided to just go straight to the specialists at this point so we could be sure to get the high-res views and hopefully not have to bring him to the vet twice if it is osteo (once to the local, once to the specialist...). They consult with OSU, too, so that's good. Quote With Buster Bloof (UCME Razorback 89B-51359) and Gingersnap Ginny (92D-59450). Missing Pepper, Berkeley, Ivy, Princess and Bauer at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 Hoping for good news! Keep us posted, OK? Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 Also hoping for good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 that you get an all clear and can be done with the worrying. I know they're very good at Angel, if very expensive. Well shoot, I can't make the sideways unhappy face guy about what they charge from my phone. 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...
kudzu Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 We have an appt with an oncologist at Angell Memorial in Boston on Friday. I decided to just go straight to the specialists at this point so we could be sure to get the high-res views and hopefully not have to bring him to the vet twice if it is osteo (once to the local, once to the specialist...). They consult with OSU, too, so that's good. That sounds like the best idea. Hard to find better than Angell & combined with OSU consult it sounds like you will have covered nearly all bases. Hoping for the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 We are thinking of you both. Hope the news is good news when it happens. 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...
Guest formercatlady Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 Good luck tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Keeping my fingers crossed for you today. 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...
robinw Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Keeping my fingers crossed for you today. me, too Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BauersMom Posted July 8, 2011 Author Share Posted July 8, 2011 It's osteo. Quote With Buster Bloof (UCME Razorback 89B-51359) and Gingersnap Ginny (92D-59450). Missing Pepper, Berkeley, Ivy, Princess and Bauer at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I'm so sorry. 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...
Guest formercatlady Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Oh no. I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Well, crap. Emma, I am so sorry, sweetie. 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...
FountainLady Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 I'm so sorry .... Quote CORY and CRICKET - Solitary Tremble & CASPER - Pj's Mia Farrow* With CAPT. GUS - Solitary Trigger, RAINY - Peach Rain, PUP - Red Zepher, DOC - CTW Fort Sumpterand MAX - Shiowa's Silver Maxamillion / Afghan .... all waiting at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 It's osteo. I'm so sorry. You know you can join us in the osteo thread. You'll be the second person to join us today unfortunately. 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...
Batmom Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 <bad words> I'm sorry. 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...
kudzu Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Sorry, sorry, very sorry... to infinity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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