Guest juliagulia630 Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 (edited) For those of you who don't know, James was diagnosed in February with osteo in his rear leg. He had his amputation at OSU in March. We recieved bad news in May that despite chemo the cancer spread to his lungs. He has been doing great up until a week ago when we noticed him slow down. We thought we needed to add a joint supplement so we started him on Springtime. He did great for a about 2 days then started to go down hill fast. His remaining back leg is giving out more and now tonight we noticed both of his front wrists are warm and swollen. It looks like he is walking on egg shells when he walks. He isn't panting anymore then usual or yelping. He is resting/sleeping more. He is eating well. The only other thing going on is that his eyes just started draining a green discharge off and on. Does this sound familiar to anyone? I was thinking immune mediated polyarthritis. Since there is a holiday tomorrow we were going to go to the vet Tuesday anyways for his eyes. But with the wrist swelling should we see an evet tomorrow? Edited July 4, 2011 by juliagulia630 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 (edited) No experience, just hate like hell this is happening. Just wanted to add you may want to call your vet's office tomorrow. They may not close for the 4th. Edited July 4, 2011 by 4My2Greys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 I'm so sorry. No advice just lots of support. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Sending prayers your way....................... Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Just Hugs and Prayers for you and James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Strongly suggest you get him to an e-vet or OSU asap. Highly doubt this is IMP. Please keep us posted on sweet James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrianRke Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 (edited) Julia, sorry I do not have any advice based on the symptoms. We are all pulling for James and he is a very special boy. If you can get him to an e-vet that you trust, then I suggest going there as it sounds like he may be in pain when he walks. I remember that post a while back you posted a pic of James running and that sticks in my mind of how happy a boy he is. I will be thinking good thoughts for you both and hope it's something treatable. Have you tried to PM Jenn (NeylasMom)? She has a lot of experience/knowledge as you know treating Neyla. I believe you can do it now that you have 50 posts. Edited July 4, 2011 by Charlies_Dad 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...
robinw Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 How is James doing today? 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...
Guest juliagulia630 Posted July 4, 2011 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Thanks for checking on us Robin. He looks ok, no worse but no better. We all stayed home and spent the day outside since it was really nice here. I spoke to our vet who had me give him a deramaxx and tramadol. He doesn't have a fever just really stiff. We are going to the vet first thing tomorrow morning. I really don't want to do anything invasive (needle aspirate/blood work) since James has been through so much. But if it is something that prednisone can fix then please fix! I will keep you updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Any word from the vet? Hope that it's nothing major and James is on the mend soon. 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 juliagulia630 Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Got back from the vet and we aren't entirely sure what is going on but treatment would be the same. His cancer could be causing a immune mediated polyathritis or the cancer is in his lymph system causing swelling at the joints and his eyes to drain. His exam was normal, great lung sounds and no lymphadenopathy. We are taking prednisone for a few days then will taper depending on how he is doing. He told us that this could give days or weeks but to be realistic. Once the cancer starts showing new symptoms, it moves fast. James is resting at my feet after eating chicken breast and frosty paws for lunch. Thanks for all your advice and concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Thanks for the update. that the pred helps! 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 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Sending prayers for your sweet boy. 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...
tbhounds Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Ahhhhh, James enjoy your Frosty Paws!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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carronstar Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Adding prayers and good thoughts for James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 James is resting at my feet after eating chicken breast and frosty paws for lunch. Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Ah, the precious boy....You are both in my prayers. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 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...
4My2Greys Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Julia, I hope each added moment you have with James brings you more treasured memories to cherish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Many prayers for James! 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...
NeylasMom Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Any improvement yet with the pred? 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 I hope James is doing better. 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...
greysmom Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 for you and James. We're thinking of you. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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