NeylasMom Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 After ruling out some other treatments options, and trying palliative radiation that unfortunately did not provide the pain relief we had hoped, we have settled on oral pain meds, weekly massage with a physical therapist and Zoledronate for pain management for Zuri. This has been working well and I have a happy bouncing boy who is acting like himself, eating well and playing with his toys daily. Unfortunately before we did the second Zoledronate treatment we noticed that his kidney values were creeping up. The Zoledronate carries a risk of kidney side effects, but because controlling Zuri's pain is our priority we went ahead with it and hoped for the best. That was 2 weeks ago. Yesterday, we redid blood work and results show a BUN that is up 2 more points, but his creatinine has dropped 0.2. I'm waiting for the vet to call to discuss, but this seems to indicate to me things may have stagnated or are at the very least moving very very slowly. I wouldn't dare hope things are actually improving, more that there are slight variations from the machine/lab used, but all in all I think this is very good news. This gives me hope that we may be able to continue to repeat Zoledronate treatments for a while. I know things can change on a dime, but I was really expecting the results to have increased significantly so today, we are celebrating. The rest of the blood work looked good as well. I had been slightly concerned about his various blood counts trending downward, maybe indicating that he was becoming anemic, but they were all up this time. 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...
ramonaghan Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 So glad he is acting like himself and giving you reason to celebrate! 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...
Kestrel Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 This has been working well and I have a happy bouncing boy who is acting like himself, eating well and playing with his toys daily. GO ZURI!!!!!! Quote Kendra, devoted walker of Henry (Tom Jones: Great Son x Lucia) Missing Badger (Vf Get R Done: Quicksand Slip x Ll Tee el See), 5/04 - 2/14, who opened our hearts and our home to greyhounds; Kenzie (Slatex Kenzie: Randy Handy x Slatex Chrisy), 4/03 - 10/14, who really knew what a good dog she was; Falcon (Atascocita Sabat: Dodgem by Design x Atascocita Barb), 9/10 - 1/20, who was grumpy and snarky but eventually a little bit cuddly, too; Grandpa Grey the Galgo Español, 2008 (?) to 2022, who made us feel lucky to be the ones to teach him about pet life; and Lucia (Larking About x Anastasia, 5/12 to 8/23), our first brood matron and the sweetest speckly girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 :pepper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newgreymom Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Great news!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share Posted July 13, 2016 Still waiting for our oncologist to call back, but the vet we saw yesterday at our regular practice just called and confirmed my interpretation - slight variation from machines, but values unchanged since 2 weeks ago. I am kind of bouncing off the walls with excitement. I realize it's only been 2 weeks, but this is GOOD. 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...
robinw Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Wonderful! 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...
Fruitycake Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Sounds like a great reason to celebrate. Carry on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share Posted July 13, 2016 Aaaand heard from oncologist. She thinks they will continue to go up and wants us to recheck in 2 weeks again before repeating Zoledronate, but agrees this is good news. And that will be my final report on that. 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...
carronstar Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Celebrate any reason to celebrate!!!! Go, Zuri! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Awesome!!! Way to go Zuri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 So long as he feels good, you've got gold!! 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...
RaineysMom Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 great news!!! Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 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...
palmettobug Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Awesome b-day present! Quote Current Crew: Gino-Gene-Eugene! (Eastnor Rebel: Makeshift x Celtic Dream); Fuzzy the Goo-Goo Girl (BGR Fuzzy Navel: Boc's Blast Off x Superior Peace); Roman the Giant Galoot! (Imark Roman: Crossfire Clyde x Shana Wookie); Kitties Archie and Dixie Forever Missed: K9 Sasha (2001-2015); Johnny (John Reese--Gable Dodge x O'Jays) (2011-19); the kitties Terry and Bibbi; and all the others I've had the privilege to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Neighsayer Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llm51807 Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Yay Yay Yay!!!! I'm so darn happy when I hear good news like this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Sounds like a good reason to have ice cream. At least that's what Rocket said. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 This is wonderful news!! Please give Zuri a hug from us!! I'm so glad that he's feeling great, on top of great numbers. Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Glad you got some good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 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...
juliemac Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 what wonderful news -- we all share (in some small way) your joy and happiness that Zuri's treatments are working ... Congratulations! Can I ask that you post a picture of your bouncing boy? They always make me smile, and we could ALL use that!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Great news!!! Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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