Gryffenne Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 (edited) Sammi forgets once in a while that she is 11+ This evening, after dinner, she got excited when I was getting the leashes out and did her kangaroo hopping behind me. When I turned, she collided with my elbow while hopping up and her back leg gave out She fell HARD on her side. I checked her over carefully, no sensitive spots. She walked fine. No limp. Well now, a few hours later, she is stiff and wobbly. I wouldn't say she is favoring it, more like determined to tough it out. I gave her one of her pain pills and she is snuggled next to me on the couch, staying still and looking completely pitiful. Should I apply heat/keep her hips warm? I feel guilty because it was my elbow she bonked that tipped her balance, even tho I know that her back end is getting weaker and she has sprawled or tripped on her own accord. (Her back end is the #1 reason we moved our bedroom to the downstairs. No more stairs for our little lovey. )Hopefully she feels better in the morning. I'm worried about her. Edited July 26, 2014 by Gryffenne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Just good thoughts for your girl. 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...
3greytjoys Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Personally, I would not add any heat. If anything, a cool cloth (applied for no more than a few minutes at a time) could help reduce swelling. Hopefully her pain medication might provide some anti-inflammatory properties. Positive thoughts for a speedy recovery for your girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lillypad Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Hope she feel better soon. It is tough getting old. As they say, old age is not for wimps... LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 I agree that heat might make the sweliing worse. If she will tolerate cold I might try that. Sending healing thoughts for your girl....... Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Sending cyber cold compresses. 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...
Gryffenne Posted July 26, 2014 Author Share Posted July 26, 2014 Thanks guys No heat ATM Sammi is sprawled in her Throne, bad hip up... tongue hanging out, relaxed face, front paws flung forward..... I think her pill kicked in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 She'll probably have some stiffness/pain tomorrow as well. Gentle stretches (including perhaps slower walkies) should help work through that, and a bit of gentle massage while you're snuggling won't hurt her at all either. I'm glad there don't seem to be any serious injuries! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Hope your sweet old girl bounces back quickly and completely. My girls are 11 and they forget sometimes too. 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...
Remolacha Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 How is Sammi today? She probably will be stiff and sore for a couple of days. Fletcher would slip and fall, and it would take a day or two for him to get back to normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gryffenne Posted July 26, 2014 Author Share Posted July 26, 2014 Today is better. A little stiff, but good spirits She's already bounced around going potty and played with a few stuffies this morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Excellent update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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