Guest FullMetalFrank Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 She's at home, my poor little Frankenstein girl. The vet did a really nice job of putting her back together; but she is hurting and can't settle. I just gave her a tramadol. She came home with $117 worth of pills; Baytril, Clindamycin, Rimadyl and Tramadol. I figure if we can get through tonight we'll be doing pretty well. The doc said ordinarily she'd be in the hospital for 1-2 nights on a pain drip; but he thought she might do better at home and knows we are competent to take care of her. I have his on-call # if she starts to exhibit real pain symptoms, we can take her in and get her an IV drip. I'd post a pic but she looks pretty awful. I'll wait a couple of days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I'm glad she's home. I hope she settles, and I also hope she heals quickly and well. 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...
maryz Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Poor baby. Glad she's home and praying that she (and you) have a restful night. It sounds like your vet did the best he knew how to help her. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AEB Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Feel better soon sweet girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avadogner Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 We are crossing our paws, bowing our heads and sending prayers to your family. So sorry this accident happened and she heals quickly. -ava & augie's mum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I'm sorry this happened and it brought back memories of the tragedy that happened to Iberia. I am glad to hear though that Ruby is doing well. I'll be sending lots of healing thoughts her way for a quick healing and recovery and a for you. The laser treatments sound very interesting and promising. I'm very interested in hearing how well they help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Glad your sweet girlie is back home and on the mend. Scary stuff for sure. 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...
4greyhounds Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Sending praters for a quick recovery! 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 FullMetalFrank Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 It's turning out to be a sleepless night, for me at least. Little girl ate a peanut butter sandwich on hazelnut bread for dinner and a biscuit for her evening snack; I got another tramadol in her at around midnight and she is finally settled and getting a little sleep. She only cries when she has to switch positions. I know she has to be in pain; but I think we are managing it. Now hopefully I can calm down and get some sleep, too, It's been quite a day... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Oh gosh. Feel better soon poor Jewels. for both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Gosh, I hope you guys are getting some sleep. Hope today is a little better. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Glad your girl is home and healing. These things can happen in seconds, even while standing right next to them (an experience I would rather not repeat). The first couple of days will be a little uncomfortable for her but I am sure you'll see her perking back up again soon. Your vet sounds wonderful and very greyhound savvy. Keep us posted on how she is doing. Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest zombrie Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I'm glad she is home. Sending healing thoughts your way and she can at least be more comfortable real soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I'm glad you girl will be okay and is home now. 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 june Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Glad to hear she is home. It's nice to hear of a vet who understand the healing power of being in your own home. Hope both of you got some sleep last night. Be sure to get some rest today as you are able. Sending gentle hugs for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I woke up thinking of Ruby. I hope she was able to settle down and get somewhat comfortable after your last post and you two were able to get some rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 We all just got up this morning; I sent Neon and Chelsa out to potty and gave the JoodleBug all her pills, which she took like a trooper! Brought the other kids in, got her out and she went out for a nice, l-ooo-nnn-ggg pee! Then back inside for her morning biscuit (I had yo use it to bribe her back in her X=pen ) but now everyone is settled again and I am going to nap some more! :) We did finally get some sleep last night/this morning. She's doing good; a whole lot more perky today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Glad she's feeling better today. Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest madredhare Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Here's to today being a better day. Poor girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BauersMom Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Those sort of things are really nerve-wracking even without the history that you've been through with Iberia. It sounds like she's already well on her way to recovery and in a few weeks she'll be back to 100%. Hugs to everyone. 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 bonnebike Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Sorry to hear about the accident. Hopefully things heal up OK. When Mary caught herself on the van door she had an L-shaped flap that the e-vet cut back to make sure of viable skin so now she has a massive scar. Of course it doesn't bother her, but you wonder if it couldn't have been different. Best of luck to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest azlorenz Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 I'm so very glad Ruby is doing OK. And you've gotten some sleep. With those sweet innocent faces it is so easy to trust them even when we know better. to all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Just seen this. Praying for a fast recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Swifthounds Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 If she's in pain still you might want to ask for Gabapentin. Vets don't usually think to give it for skin tears, but it worked wonders for my girl when tramadol wasn't cutting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Oh Robbie!I remember your first nightmare very well. I can just imagine this has got you in a tizzy. I'm glad to read that things are looking towards a very positive outcome. Me, too. Thank goodness this has turned out so much better. Hugs and kissies to your little girl. Quote Mary in Houston Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film. LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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