Jenbo Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Yay! Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 In her run with her now, she is sleeping snuggled up against me. She does seem to have some discomfort, she's a bit hunched up when she stands and there was a little crying as she laid down but she settled down relatively quickly. As far as what the vet told me, no signs of kidney damage so far, BUN and creatinine are normal, no casts in her urine which would be the first sign of a problem. Specific gravity indicates fluids are doing their job. The best news is that her urine is yellow. Still dark/discolored, but not red or brown like before. Some diarrhea but she is eating. The one worrisome value is that her CK enzyme (I think, it has to do with muscle) is still going up, but they said that's to be expected (normal is 10-200 I think, it was 400 last night, 1000 this morning). They are hoping to switch her over from the Fentanyl drip to oral Tramadol this afternoon and maybe also get her off the Dexdormitor. The vet said she didn't want to get my hopes up, but there is a chance she may be released tomorrow. We will definitely be erring on the side of caution though as long as she seems comfortable here. So really the best I could have hoped for. She is not out of the woods on the kidneys, but all signs point to us having gotten her treatment in time. For now, I'm just happy to he here with her. Something just startled her (she's a bit jumpy about sudden noises) so she's resettled with her head in my lap. 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...
teri_d Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 best update possible - good job violet!!! yes, I remember the "hunched up" when bleu had her rhabdo episodes -- vet said there was bruising around her kidneys and it was visable to me when he pointed it out.....all part of it I think. but this sounds like a REALLY good update - rest well on momma's lap violet!! breathe easier, jen.....prayers are with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Wonderful, wonderful news! Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lanielovesgreys Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 This is really great. Thanks for the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Good update. 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...
PrairieProf Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Glad she's hanging in well and you get to be with her. 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...
galgomum Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Wonderful update! Quote ~SAGE~ Save A Galgo EspañolPetra Postma Photography Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kudzu Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Wonderful! You did everything right. (even though that first vet office turned out to be a false start) Your careful attention & quick response gave your girl a huge advantage. You helped protect her kidneys & heart. That's the most important thing. Try not to worry too much about that CK. It's a value that can go up shockingly high very fast. Though seeing it go from 400 to 1000 looks bad but it really isn't that high & the increase really is to be expected. It could even go up more since you are still in the first 24 hrs. It usually starts going down after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 Thanks re: CK. The vet didn't seem too concerned, but that's reassuring. 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...
greyhead Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Whew, thanks for the good update. Gentle scritches to Violet. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 :yay Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ebony Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Glad to hear shes doing well! Thats such a scary thing to deal with but you certainly did everything right and sounds like you caught it quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Great news, Jen!!! Regarding CK- Greg's Was close to or over 1000 the last time we brought him into the vet! His BP was also shockingly high Retesta done at our home (what's money) were normal. The vet's theory is that he had been do stressed and anxious waiting he literally shook -almost vubrated- the entire time we waited, causing muscle breakdown. So I think that number isn't anything to be terrified about. It's pretty sensitive with muscle injury - dogs and people. Here's to more good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 WHEW Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 just catching up, what a relief! sounds very hopeful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 I stayed through lunch. She ate a big bowl of K/D and her pills and wanted more: Napping with mom: 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 OPointyDog Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Glad for a good update and here's hoping things continue to improve. She's a gorgeous girl! And she must be so relieved to see you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Oh my- I love her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 (edited) this is new info to me, as informed by a friend who's grey's blood pressure was really elevated: take a grey's bp when lying on thier side. w/ the large heart, greater blood capcity and location it's higher when standing. this is what was done for her dog and it read normal, i know a human's bp is lower when lying down. vet/vet tech people out there, have you heard of this???? Edited September 1, 2013 by cleptogrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmswartzfager Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 (edited) Yes, you're supposed to take a BP reading with their legs, and specifically the location you're placing the BP cuff, at the level of their hearts. This is true for all dogs and cats, regardless of breed. Scarlett's BP was through the roof standing at the vet's, but here at home, with her laying down, it was normal. Jen, I'm glad things are going well for you and Violet. How very scary. Edited September 1, 2013 by dmswartzfager Quote Deanna with galgo Willow, greyhound Finn, and DH BrianRemembering Marcus (11/16/93 - 11/16/05), Tyler (2/3/01 - 11/6/06), Frazzle (7/2/94 - 7/23/07), Carrie (5/8/96 - 2/24/09), Blitz (3/28/97 - 6/10/11), Symbra (12/30/02 - 7/16/13), Scarlett (10/10/02 - 08/31/13), Wren (5/25/01 - 5/19/14), Rooster (3/7/07 - 8/28/18), Q (2008 - 8/31/19), and Momma Mia (2002 - 12/9/19). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Good news. That first pic is greyt. She looks bright and alert and curious. Not how I'd expect a sick dog or one on potent pain meds to look. I have learned a lot from this thread. So sorry your dog has had to go through this, but I've absorbed a bunch of stuff I never knew before. I have to remember to look up CK. Greyt work--you made the difference. Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Glad things are looking up! 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...
tbhounds Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 She's a cutie--don't worry too much about the ck--it can return to normal as fast as it rose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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