Charlies_Dad Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I'm sorry to read that Missy hasn't improved on the meds. Sorry I have not advice, just good thoughts for your little girl. 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...
fliggie Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I am also so sorry and most of us know this struggle and crossroads you and your girl are standing before. Good thoughts for you both. Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I am so sorry. I don't know if a muscle relaxer would have the same effect, system-wise, as the NSAIDs. Those are really hard on the gut, which could cause the bloody stool. Brady has a host of issues and Robaxin (the muscle relaxer) has given him some good quality time. We have just started a NSAID for him because this &^&()* winter is so very hard on him. I hope you get some positive reaction from your vet. In any case, you are and have been on my mind as you continue to do what is best for Missy. Hugs Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbullwinkel Posted January 20, 2014 Author Share Posted January 20, 2014 Thank you. I spoke with the head vet in the group. He said it sounds like nerve inpigment in her neck. He saidi could try valium as a muscle relaxer. Start with 5mg twice a day..I have it from my Ig...may need to go to ten. he reassured me whatever decision I make... 14 1/2 is a great age...especially for a dog who as had LS for many years... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 When I told my vet, who is an OSU grad, that Sam was 13, she told me that was fantastic and that he obviously was well loved and well cared for. 14 and a 1/2...remarkable. Whatever decision you make will be hard. Do what you think is best for you & your friend. Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest scousejude Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 I chose the time when we could have one last, quiet weekend together to make some special memories - and then went to the vets. Hugs, on your tough decision. Yes - one day too early much better than one day too late. xoxoxo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbullwinkel Posted January 20, 2014 Author Share Posted January 20, 2014 (edited) Thank you all. I let her go tonight...my heart is broken, but I know I did the right thing by her...she could not walk on her own today.i spent the day sitting with her and made her steak for dinner. We said our goodbyes with her head on my lap.. Edited January 20, 2014 by dbullwinkel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, 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...
Guest MnMDogs Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Thank you all. I let her go tonight...my heart is broken, but I know I did the right thing by her...she could not walk on her own today.i sent the day sitting with her and made her steak for dinner. We said our goodbyes with her head on my lap.. I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbullwinkel Posted January 20, 2014 Author Share Posted January 20, 2014 I'm so very sorry Thank you for all your advice..truly helpful. I can't upload a picture.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 You are both in my thoughts. Missy was so lucky to have you as her Mom. Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Thank you for all your advice..truly helpful. I can't upload a picture.... You're so welcome, it seems we have been on the same journey with our elderly hounds. I wish I could help with a picture, but I have little luck with them lately also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 {{{{{{{{{{Missy's mom}}}}}}}}}} 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...
4My2Greys Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I'm so sorry. I know how difficult this was for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acadianarose Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I'm so sorry. Quote Payton, The Greyhound (Palm City Pelton) and Toby, The LabAnnabella and Julietta, The CatsAt the Bridge - Abby, The GSD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I was thinking of you and Missy today. I'm so sorry. 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...
EllenEveBaz Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 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...
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