ramonaghan Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 You made it to the other side! Well done, you two! On 7/11/2022 at 3:36 AM, FiveRoooooers said: I think there was a similar incident with Sweep! Seems as tho it’s part of the recovery process, hopefully a one-off. Poo foot, poo hair, poo living room... It was a fecal Pollock. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 She looks fantastic! Well done all of you! 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...
gracegirl Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 I can’t thank Rachel and Sweep (RIP) enough for all of their support through this. Not sure what I would have done without texting Rachel though the lead up to amp and especially post amp. This community is incredible. I know I’ll need more support as we go through chemo and the Torigen vaccine, so I’m very thankful for everyone here. Truly. 💞 Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 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...
ramonaghan Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 8 hours ago, gracegirl said: I can’t thank Rachel and Sweep (RIP) enough for all of their support through this. Not sure what I would have done without texting Rachel though the lead up to amp and especially post amp. This community is incredible. I know I’ll need more support as we go through chemo and the Torigen vaccine, so I’m very thankful for everyone here. Truly. 💞 I've been happy to help. No one should have to go through this alone. Despite the terrible way the members of the osteo club acquire their knowledge and experience, it is truly inspiring to see how everyone lends support and advice. I would have been lost without this forum! Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 13, 2022 Author Share Posted July 13, 2022 There was a time when we were going through full and active Osteo threads every 2 months. I don't know if it's the GT viewership that's fallen off, or simply less traffic, or less need for it, but this particular Thread has been going since 2016. If we can be of any help, offer any support, we're here for you. Plus, though it's sad in a way, my experience with osteo was back in 2011 with Dude, and not much has changed regarding treatment options since then. I'm hoping you'll keep us informed along the way as you go through this immunotherapy treatment! Go Tessie!!! 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...
gracegirl Posted July 13, 2022 Share Posted July 13, 2022 I absolutely will! The Torigen vaccine has already made it back to my oncologist. We are starting with chemo next week, followed by the first Torigen shot a week later. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 Is it normal for her stump to be a little bit twitch? Today is the first day without an appetite stimulant. She hasn’t wanted to eat much. She’s been a bit whiny and acting like she’s sore. Maybe her other legs are sore or stiff as she’s adjusting to using them differently. She let out a couple of good screams today too, including a nice series with good range outside so now the neighbors have proof that I torture my dogs. 😝 Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 8 hours ago, gracegirl said: Is it normal for her stump to be a little bit twitch? Today is the first day without an appetite stimulant. She hasn’t wanted to eat much. She’s been a bit whiny and acting like she’s sore. Maybe her other legs are sore or stiff as she’s adjusting to using them differently. She let out a couple of good screams today too, including a nice series with good range outside so now the neighbors have proof that I torture my dogs. 😝 Taylor stayed on his appetite stimulent, Mirtazapine, till he went to the bridge 2 years later. His vet there was no "downside" to taking it daily, and he always had a great appetitte. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 1 hour ago, Beachbum1 said: Taylor stayed on his appetite stimulent, Mirtazapine, till he went to the bridge 2 years later. His vet there was no "downside" to taking it daily, and he always had a great appetitte. That’s good to know. Thank you. I’ll ask about this next week. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted July 16, 2022 Share Posted July 16, 2022 Keep on keepin' on, Team Tessie! 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...
greysmom Posted July 16, 2022 Author Share Posted July 16, 2022 13 hours ago, gracegirl said: Is it normal for her stump to be a little bit twitch? Today is the first day without an appetite stimulant. She hasn’t wanted to eat much. She’s been a bit whiny and acting like she’s sore. Maybe her other legs are sore or stiff as she’s adjusting to using them differently. She let out a couple of good screams today too, including a nice series with good range outside so now the neighbors have proof that I torture my dogs. 😝 Everything is normal right now. A new normal will kick in in a few weeks, then you'll be able to judge her mood and pain level better. It's also a series of steps forward and steps backward, good days and bad days. What meds is she taking now? 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...
gracegirl Posted July 17, 2022 Share Posted July 17, 2022 (edited) She’s on carprofen and Gabapentin I stagger so that they wear off at different times. I wonder if her remaining back leg is sore from carrying all the weight now. I did buy some canned tripe today so hoping that helps with the appetite. Did anyone do PT to help them strengthen as they adjust to life on three legs? Underwater treadmill? Acupuncture? Chiropractor? Edited July 17, 2022 by gracegirl Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 17, 2022 Author Share Posted July 17, 2022 We did weekly acupuncture for a couple months after Dude's amp, then switched to weekly canine massage. If you have easy access to a good PT clinic I would think it would be really helpful. It's all about helping keep their muscles supple and strong, and their spine and structure aligned for proper motion. 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...
gracegirl Posted July 18, 2022 Share Posted July 18, 2022 How soon after the amp did you start with acupuncture? We have plenty of great places around here, including a specific canine rehabilitation center around the corner from our specialist who offers a whole host of things. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 18, 2022 Author Share Posted July 18, 2022 I don't remember exactly, but soon - maybe a couple weeks or so. Mostly I was concerned with phantom pains and general pain control, and the acupuncture seemed to help a lot with both those issues. We have a water PT place fairly near to us, but he couldn't do that until his incision healed. Then he got an infection and had to have a couple more debridement surgeries. So when he was finally healed we just moved to massage instead. 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...
gracegirl Posted July 18, 2022 Share Posted July 18, 2022 This place near me is super cool. Large pool for swimming that our airedale loves, underwater treadmills for rehab, and a whole host of rehab options (e-stim, acupuncture, massage, etc.) https://dog-swim.com/services/clinical/ Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 (edited) Staples are out! She’s cleared by the surgery department to start chemo on Thursday. She’s also cleared to get back on the couch. She’s very happy in her Tess nest. Edited July 19, 2022 by gracegirl Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 What a great update! Tess looks fantastic, Lauren, good job!! 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...
ramonaghan Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted July 19, 2022 Author Share Posted July 19, 2022 Good job to both of you!! 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...
1Moregrey Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 Such great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted July 19, 2022 Share Posted July 19, 2022 Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Wow, amazing how much better that looks. Go Tess! 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...
macoduck Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Tessie's incision looks great! 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...
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