Riverhound Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Blossie, one of the dogs in out walking group, hurt his foot Saturday. He never cried, just held it up and didn't want to walk far on it. The two center toes puffed up badly, so his Mom has him at NGAP now. One toe is for sure broken, and they say should come off. The worry is that the vet says when she gets in there, she may decide to take the adjacent toe. (Blossie's Mom heard about this ten minutes ago) I know I've seen toe amp threads, but I can't remember seeing this situation before. His Mom would love to hear some success stories! Blossie is the big hunka houndie in the front of the photo below. He's the sweetest guy ever. We took the pups to visit him after the walk yesterday (he was depressed because he missed it!) and he was just sooooo happy to see his friends. No snarking because of the pain, and he let me fiddle with the owie foot with no complaints. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenners Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Good luck, Blossie, I hope everything goes well for you, handsome boy Jennie Quote Jennie with her hedgehogs and Guinea pigs, and remembering Luna, Queen of the Piggies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 (edited) He should be fine. She may have to monitor his activity level, and watch for increased arthritis in that foot in the future. Amputation is really a lot easier than trying to heal a broken toe bone. The vet should probably be able to tell from xrays whether both toes will need to go or not. I'm not sure what she could tell differently after surgery starts. Edited July 8, 2013 by greysmom 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...
MP_the4pack Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I'd go for a second opinion!!! Try Red Bank, VSEC, or U of Penn. Don't just go amputating two broken toes just like that. I've used VSEC a lot, there is a satellite hosp in Philly, but I go to the one in Levittown, Pa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I seem to recall reading about one with two toes gone when Beth was going through her toe amp saga, but I couldn't tell you where in the archives. I would, however, totally get a second opinion before doing that! Two years after a weight-bearing rear toe amp, Beth is developing some serious arthritic malformations in her remaining toe, which are causing me some real concern. She's *been* fine, but I am nervous about the future. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 (edited) My Daytona had only two toes on one of her back feet. She had a toe amp. before I got her and they took the adjacent toe with it. I do not know all of the particulars, like I said it was done before she came to me. She never missed a step. Yes she walked with a limp, but she ran and everything just like any other and lived to be 14. I would not worry about it. it's a couple of toes and many hounds do just fine with 3 legs. May I also add that on the same foot she was born with one less toe so she only had one toe on that foot. Edited July 8, 2013 by greybookends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Gracie had a middle toe amp on her hind foot due to a benign, though rare, tumor of the nail bed. Amp was easy and she's never missed that toe. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted July 9, 2013 Author Share Posted July 9, 2013 He's home. One toe off; the vet is trying to save the other. OK coming out of anesthesia (he's had problems before). Ate yogurt. No pooping since saturday. She'll try to support him with a towel later so he can empty. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greylover97 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 (edited) Oh no! Poor Blossie. My Aunt's girl had several toes removed. Never caused her any problems. I'll talk to my Aunt see if I can get more information. Fell better soon Blossie, we miss you! Edited July 9, 2013 by Greylover97 Quote Carolina (R and A Carolina) & Rebel (FA Ready).At the bridge: Kira (Driven by Energy) 7/19/97 - 6/17/04 & Jake (Jumpstart Dude) 9/12/00 - 1/24/15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted July 9, 2013 Author Share Posted July 9, 2013 Oh no! Poor Blossie. My Aunt's girl had several toes removed. Never caused her any problems. I'll talk to my Aunt see if I can get more information. Fell better soon Blossie, we miss you! You have Camille's email, right? She's done in. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greylover97 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 You have Camille's email, right? She's done in. Is the one on the GFNJ site correct? Quote Carolina (R and A Carolina) & Rebel (FA Ready).At the bridge: Kira (Driven by Energy) 7/19/97 - 6/17/04 & Jake (Jumpstart Dude) 9/12/00 - 1/24/15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted July 9, 2013 Author Share Posted July 9, 2013 Is the one on the GFNJ site correct? Dunno. I'm PM you. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeniseL Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 OH NO, Blossie!!! I will get in touch with Camille, she must be so upset... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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