DesiRayMom Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Desi has been in hospital since Monday. To add to the woe, tomorrow is his 12th birthday. He's fallen a few times the past couple of weeks....suspected LS. He fell again Sunday evening, off the ramp from the vehicle. Monday, right rear foot/ankle very hot,swollen, non weight bearing, and with the left rear weak as well, we were in trouble. Had a neighbor help me get him loaded Mon.morning and we were off to work at the vet clinic. With his history of clots, drs concerned; we made an appointment for an ultrasound at OSU for Tuesday. He stayed at the clinic, on IV & serious antibiotics Mon night. Tuesday ultrasound: Dr. Langston at OSU went over his history (he was in ICU at OSU in Feb 2013 for clots) and told me we'd likely find clots in that leg. Hours & hours later, I get good news/bad news. Good news - no sign of clots, even on his spleen, which had many small clots last year. Bad news - they found a pocket of pus in his foot, most likely an infection from one of the many small abrasions he has on his legs from falling more frequently in the past couple of weeks. Put him on 2 kinds of antibiotics immediately, and sent in a culture. More bad news - the weakness in his rear seems to be caused by an "atypical bridging" between last vertebrae & tail. Dr. Langston said it was atypical in that the bridging had lots of pointy, spur looking places that were probably causing his pain/weakness. And that it might even be an "aggressive lesion" but that could only be determined by a CT or MRI. I decided not to do the more advanced imaging, partly because of the $, but also because I didn't think it would change my choice of treatment. I don't think I could put him through surgery at this point. So, steroids are recommended for that, but not until the "pus pocket" in his foot is totally controlled. He's been staying at my clinic all week....I've been spending 12 hour days there doing my regular job, plus taking care of him. Foot is less swollen today, and he managed to hobble all the way around the building (with help from a sling). I ordered an 8 foot ramp for my suv, which has a much less steep incline (but is a beast to set up & load). Since tomorrow is his birthday, for cryin out loud, I want him HOME. I'm going to take him "out for lunch" tomorrow & see if I can get him to do the ramp, in and out. If not.....I'll have to leave him there until he's stronger. Please think of us tomorrow & hope I can get my big man home where he belongs. I took a bunch of pictures of him the last sunny day we had...to post for his birthday, but since the sh*t hit the fan, they're still on the camera. So here's one from better days. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 :bighug Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Lots and lots of hugs, for both of you. 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...
Houndtime Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 We love you Desi. Get better quick so you can go home with your Mom. 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...
ClarksMom Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 So sorry to hear about Desi. Hope he's on the mend sooner rather than later. Quote Melanie, Clark, Ringo, and Ricardo (Missing Runner at The Bridge) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin1017 Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Poor Desi. I'm sorry to hear this. An infection like that from a booboo has been on my I'm-paranoid-and-afraid-of-it list for a while now. (Robin just got off antibiotics for a pretty bad booboo that was starting to get infected...) Hugs for your old man, from mine! Cathy & Robin Quote Cathy & Calvin (DOB 9/18/13). Always missing my angel Robin (Abdo Bullard). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 What a bummer :-(. Hopefully he'll still enjoy his birthday--get better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Sending many good thoughts for your beautiful boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Hope your handsome birthday boy will be back where he belongs tomorrow. Good thoughts to you both. Quote Rachel with Doolin Doodle Dooooo, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our gorgeous, gutsy girlhounds Sweep and Willa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 x a million Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). 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...
IndyandHollyluv Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 (edited) What an enchanting, beautiful face. More hugs for Desi. One of my big angel boys fell off a car ramp once. He had a sweet and loving face like Desi. Fell off and went down like a sack of rocks. I felt just terrible. The guilt still remains. Wishing the sun and moon and bright shiny stars for your boy. A Halloween pupper! Happy birthday Desi! Edited October 31, 2014 by IndyandHollyluv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Thinking of and sending healing thoughts to your sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RachelGreyhound Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 (edited) Poor Desi and poor you! Sending good thoughts and prayers your way. Edited October 31, 2014 by RachelGreyhound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Many Prayers and Mega Hugs for Desi :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Sending healing thoughts for your sweet boy. Hope he's home soon. 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...
45MPHK9 Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I'm so sorry to see that Desi isn't feeling well. Hope his handsomeness is on the mend. 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...
Guest VaGreymom Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 What a handsome boy. Hope he feels better soon. Sending gentle hugs and prayers for you and your boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Gentle hugs ... nobody should spend their birfday in the hospital, although spending it with momma probably makes up for that (a little) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I hope he gets to come home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Thinking good thoughts for Desi and hoping he's home for his birthday. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Warmest good wishes for Desi and for you. 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...
Busderpuddle Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Wishing the best for Desi and hoping he gets to head home for his big birthday celebration ! Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 (edited) Hope Desi is better and home for his birthday. Edited October 31, 2014 by robinw Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSnoozing Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Sending lots of good wishes to Desi and you. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 It's today, sweet boy. Happy 12th Birthday, Des-man that you are home tonight with your mom. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). 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...
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