Guest astritle Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 (edited) Please send good thoughts Marco's way today as he's undergoing his dental and multiple extractions today! His vet says he doesn't know how many extractions until they get in there, but I'm worried about my boy. We adopted him back in March and knew he already had severe peridontal disease (gums receeding and multiple tooth roots visible) at the time, but we've been trying to hold off on surgery. He's been through several rounds of antibiotics. Love you, buddy, anxiously awaiting the call from the vets when he wakes up! And of course I misspell his name in the title....oops! Edited September 18, 2014 by astritle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Sending good thoughts and a virtual glass of wine! Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest normaandburrell Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Prayers for Marco! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Holding Marco in my thoughts and prayers. I have found that they do far better than we do when they go in for these things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sireltonsmom Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Holding good thoughts for Marco. We go thru this next Thursday are feel the same fear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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2greyhoundMINI Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Sending good vibes! Hope all goes well! Quote Greyhounds: Amelia (Cataloosahatchee 9.10.17) & Carmen (Rebellious Bird 8.23.17) Kitty: Biggi Paws (7.4.13) Horse: WC Kharena (2.28.17) Rainbow Bridge: Raider Kitty (4.1.01 - 8.12.21), Sidney (Kane's Seminole 11.14.08 - 9.26.19 ), June (Potrs June 6.1.09 - 3.1.19) Bella the Rottweiler, Kitties: Spike, DC, Gilda, Killer, Sophie & Nala Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINMANPDX Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Sending good thoughts for Marco. Quote Theresa (Tess) Mom to Elliott (Sol Flasher) and Lea (PTL Lea) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest astritle Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 (edited) Update: He's out of surgery and resting comfortably in his crate! His mouth is understandably sore. I was so elated to hear he's okay that I forgot to ask about how extensive the surgery was. I pick him up in an hour so I'll find out then, but the important part is he came through with flying colors! Thanks for the positive thoughts, everyone! Edited September 18, 2014 by astritle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Great news!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2greyhoundMINI Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Glad to hear he's through it! Quote Greyhounds: Amelia (Cataloosahatchee 9.10.17) & Carmen (Rebellious Bird 8.23.17) Kitty: Biggi Paws (7.4.13) Horse: WC Kharena (2.28.17) Rainbow Bridge: Raider Kitty (4.1.01 - 8.12.21), Sidney (Kane's Seminole 11.14.08 - 9.26.19 ), June (Potrs June 6.1.09 - 3.1.19) Bella the Rottweiler, Kitties: Spike, DC, Gilda, Killer, Sophie & Nala Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest astritle Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 We're home now. He's resting on his bed but hasn't slept yet. Final count is 28 teeth removed!! He has 12 now - all his canines and major molars. He's understandably tired and a little woozy, but not whining at all. Will not take any water, so I've given him a few mililiters of water from a syringe both to wet his tongue and help remove some of the clots/secretions. Poor guy. But we're so happy to have you home and hopefully you'll start to feet a lot better without all those yucky, painful teeth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Yea Marco! Frosty Paws Party!!!!! (as soon as you're up for it) Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SaltiDawg Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Glad he's home. I hope he is more comfortable from now on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Whew! Glad Marco's home now. 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...
DofSweetPotatos Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 From one Marco to another, sending well wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 In a few days, he will be able to eat anything. Feel better Marco. 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...
Neighsayer Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Hoping for a speedy recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Great news! Dentals are nerve wracking. 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...
TINMANPDX Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Poor baby, but he'll be happier and feel better now. Quote Theresa (Tess) Mom to Elliott (Sol Flasher) and Lea (PTL Lea) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SaltiDawg Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 In a few days, he will be able to eat anything. Feel better Marco. Are there cases where the dog becomes unable to chew kibble? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Are there cases where the dog becomes unable to chew kibble? No (mostly). Some people will add water or soft food to their toothless dogs' kibble, but as I understand it, large dogs don't really chew kibble, they just gulp it down. As long as the gums aren't damaged or still diseased, once the gums are hardened up the dogs shouldn't have trouble with kibble. Once Marco feels up to it, ice cream will make everything much, much better. Followed by toothbrushing, of course. 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...
Guest astritle Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Thanks, everyone! Today has been a much brighter day. Ate both breakfast and dinner (kibble soaked in little bit of water for 10 minutes with some yogurt) with no trouble. Last pain pill was 7am and he's been comfortable since then, acting like his old self since this afternoon. No more ucky bloody secretions. Great job, Marco!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 That's wonderful! I'd keep doing pain meds, cause they're stoic (and dumb), YMMV. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest astritle Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Thanks, Riverhound! We did end up doing the pain meds for a bit longer because he's so stoic. He's definitely back to his usual self and is doing greyt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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