Dawnnziggy Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 I doubt that I sleep at all tonight. Ziggy has glaucoma and will lose his eye tomorrow. Our family vet reccommended it and OSU said he should have it out too. This is so hard. He has a hard time with aneasthetic(sp?). When he was attacked, he screamed the whole time the vet stitched him up. He told me that I would need to be with him to keep him from getting stressed out. So, I hope I don't bawl my eyes out! If he screams, I WILL be a bawling mess. Please keep him in your prayers. We lost Dawn a month ago and I couldn't handle losing Ziggy too. Of course he will have pre-surgery blood tests. I am just worried! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 for a successful surgery...it would probably help Ziggy if you could relax while you're with him so he doesn't feed off your anxiety. 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...
Dawnnziggy Posted April 1, 2012 Author Share Posted April 1, 2012 I know you're right! I will try my best. I know that it is for the best as his eye is so swollen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 It's so hard to not worry. One thing you might want to mention to your vet is most Ghs do not do well with opiates. In my experience opiates just make for a harder recovery in Ghs. Hopefully, your hound is a candidate for NSAIDs. Also, maybe the surgeon will consider injecting a local block to the area allowing for a more pain free smoother recovery. Keep us posted on Ziggys surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Sending good thoughts for Ziggy, and for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Best wishes and gentle hugs for you and Ziggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Sending best wishes for Ziggy and hugs for yourself. Let us know how he does, OK? 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...
Guest boondog Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 I'll be thinking of you guys. I know a greyhound who just had her eye removed due to a luxating lens. The surgery went well and she is doing greyt. She was also under the guidance of OSU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Thinking good thoughts for Ziggy! 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 We'll be thinking of you and hoping for the best recovery for Ziggy. 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...
sabrina Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ziggy wishing you a safe, successful surgery tomorrow. For you mom 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 dmt Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Sending good thoughts for you and Ziggy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KF_in_Georgia Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 It's going to sound silly, but try chewing gum. Chew it before things get started (so Ziggy can smell it), and keep chewing it. And stay near Ziggy's head so he can smell it. I've heard that dog handlers who are nervous going into the show ring will chew gum to mask the smell of fear that their dogs can sense. In Ziggy's case, the smell may also reassure him that you're right there, even when he can't see you. Best wishes to you both. Quote Kathy and Q (CRT Qadeer from Fuzzy's Cannon and CRT Bonnie) and Jane (WW's Aunt Jane from Trent Lee and Aunt M); photos to come. Missing Silver (5.19.2005-10.27.2016), Tigger (4.5.2007-3.18.2016), darling Sam (5.10.2000-8.8.2013), Jacey-Kasey (5.19.2003-8.22.2011), and Oreo (1997-3.30.2006) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Sending good thoughts for you and Ziggy. 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...
Houndtime Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Good thoughts for Ziggy and you too! 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...
Guest LittleGreys Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Praying for Ziggy....and for you,too! Will be waiting for the good news that all went well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FastDogsOwnMe Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 I will pray tonight and tomorrow for your special hound... may he be safe and come home to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Prayers for you and Ziggy! Looking forward to hearing that Ziggy is recovering well tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Sending prayers for Ziggy and positive thoughts for you. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnnziggy Posted April 2, 2012 Author Share Posted April 2, 2012 Thanks everyone for your positive thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Prayers Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Good thoughts for Ziggy. I hope all goes well with the surgery and that he is not too upset. 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...
racindog Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Praying for Ziggy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts for Ziggy and for you. I went through this last August/September with my neighbor and her poodle. Everything worked out just fine -- now, when Ruby gives a stink-eye -- it has even more drama! Holding Ziggy in my thoughts and prayers today. Edited April 2, 2012 by carronstar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Best wishes for your Ziggy. And you! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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