MerseyGrey Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Buddy took a spectacular tumble yesterday. He has decided that he wants to go into the front garden for wees (the back garden is no longer right for reasons of light/temperature/wind direction/goodness knows), so we trotted him out yesterday, he did his business, and I called him to me from about 20 feet away to go back inside. After roughing up the ground where my bluebells and daffodils are , he went from 0 to and almost immediately slipped and skidded from the grass onto the tarmac. I keep replaying it in my head in slow motion to really make myself feel bad about encouraging him to run to me and seeing his legs go from underneath him, which is how he has ended up with a torn pad (the highest one on his front left, so at least he won’t have to walk on it). He’s also scuffed the same pad on the other front leg, and deeply grazed his left leg from thigh to ankle. He must have face planted too, as he has a good graze on this top lip - which amazingly is the only wound he hasn’t tried to lick Dad was immediately dispatched for medical supplies (fortunately we did have some from when I had an operation on my foot), while I stayed home for comfort and cuddles. He has been very clingy and a little bit subdued since, and I wonder if has just stared his own mortality in the face for the first time. Despite numerous slips and tumbles during recent zoomies, he refuses to accept that he might be getting on a bit - he is 12 1/2 next month. Here are a couple of photos of his bandage covers / baby socks. He has been very patient while I have attempted to dress his wound, only flinching when I put some antiseptic cream on today before changing his bandage. Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 (edited) Awww Buddy, tone it down a bit, will ya? While it's fab that you are feeling so spry, we want you to see 13, ok? There's a gud boi Don't beat yourownself up, Mum, you only asked him to come in, *he* chose to do it at warp 90! Edited April 2, 2023 by FiveRoooooers 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...
MerseyGrey Posted April 2, 2023 Author Share Posted April 2, 2023 1 hour ago, FiveRoooooers said: Awww Buddy, tone it down a bit, will ya? While it's fab that you are feeling so spry, we want you to see 13, ok? There's a gud boi Don't beat yourownself up, Mum, you only asked him to come in, *he* chose to do it at warp 90! Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Oh no, poor Buddy! I myownself have face planted (tripped over a greyhound, what else) and I know it is painful and embarrassing. I am glad you are feeling spunky, but try to tone it down a bit, even though your mom gave you some awesome bandages and covers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmettobug Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Ain't no fool like an old fool, I say! G went all out when he had an opportunity, and was all the next day. Buddy, I give you these and wishes for a speedy recovery. A little fish & chips would help, wouldn't they?? Roman got a wound on hind foot, and I found that using a panty liner/maxi/sanitary napkin works great for wrapping around it, since they are sticky on one side. Put a maxi, then some vet wrap. 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...
greysmom Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Poor Buddy!!! Getting old sucks, baby!!! 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...
Houndtime Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Poor boy. Feel better. Signed your friend Odin, who is going to be 11. 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...
EllenEveBaz Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Poor baby. That moustache gash looks quite painful. I agree with the medicines listed above -- fish and chips, or maybe some salmon (so good for the healing of skin and fur!), or maybe some lightly seared mince. And you do look quite the discerning fashound with your mod stripes and lightening bolts. 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...
MerseyGrey Posted April 2, 2023 Author Share Posted April 2, 2023 Thank you all for your well wishes and medical tips (sanitary ware is a great idea!), and Buddy is very grateful for the dietary recommendations to aid his healing! Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Sooo many captions here Buddy 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...
ramonaghan Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 4 hours ago, FiveRoooooers said: Awww Buddy, tone it down a bit, will ya? While it's fab that you are feeling so spry, we want you to see 13, ok? There's a gud boi Don't beat yourownself up, Mum, you only asked him to come in, *he* chose to do it at warp 90! Wise words. Get well soon, Buddy! 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Awwww..... Poor Buddy 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...
GreyPoopon Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 5 hours ago, FiveRoooooers said: Sooo many captions here Absolutely, including "You should see the other guy." You need to be careful, Buddy. You may not be quite as nimble as you recall. Love your stylish wound wear. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerseyGrey Posted April 3, 2023 Author Share Posted April 3, 2023 4 hours ago, GreyPoopon said: Absolutely, including "You should see the other guy." You need to be careful, Buddy. You may not be quite as nimble as you recall. Love your stylish wound wear. He already seems to have forgotten that he fell, and that he is limping, and that he is stiff all over. He wanted to take Honky the Hedgehog into the back garden for a play after his walk yesterday. We got the sad eyes and a dramatic sigh when we gently hold him ‘no’ Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 4 hours ago, MerseyGrey said: He already seems to have forgotten that he fell, and that he is limping, and that he is stiff all over. He wanted to take Honky the Hedgehog into the back garden for a play after his walk yesterday. We got the sad eyes and a dramatic sigh when we gently hold him ‘no’ Sweet boy. Hopefully in one more sleep he’ll be feeling so much better. 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...
racindog Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 The fashionable bandage option is very cool Buddy and you look greyt! However please get you handsome self well! Sending love and positive healing energy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBass Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 Aw, sweetheart, I'm so sorry you had a slip. I hope you feel much better soonest. You're getting the very best of loving care. Quote Lucy with Greyhound Nate and OSH Tinker. With loving memories of MoMo (FTH Chyna Moon), Spirit, Miles the slinky kitty (OSH), Piper "The Perfect" (Oneco Chaplin), Winston, Yoda, Hector, and Claire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 19 hours ago, MerseyGrey said: He already seems to have forgotten that he fell, and that he is limping, and that he is stiff all over. He wanted to take Honky the Hedgehog into the back garden for a play after his walk yesterday. We got the sad eyes and a dramatic sigh when we gently hold him ‘no’ I hope both Buddy and you are soon up for a session with Honky. Buddy. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerseyGrey Posted April 4, 2023 Author Share Posted April 4, 2023 Silly boy fell into a hole today. I managed to save him going completely over by holding him up by his lead (attached to a harness, thankfully), but whilst concentrating on getting his front end on solid ground, his back legs, which are under no control from his tiny brain*, went off on their own and his back end gave way underneath him. It was a rather large hole so I am beginning to wonder if his eyesight is failing him. He has nuclear sclerosis, although the vet said it shouldn’t affect his vision. I suppose he could have something else going on, or he could just be clumsy… *50% of the tiny brain power is given over to treat detection, 50% to making sure mummy feels loved Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 Oh Buddy, you have to be more careful It could be his eyesight, although the hole wasn’t moving was it? Or it could be quirky greyhound behavior, I swear one of mine would have walked into a hole while watching a butterfly float by I hope he didn’t add to his wounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 1 hour ago, MerseyGrey said: Silly boy fell into a hole today. I managed to save him going completely over by holding him up by his lead (attached to a harness, thankfully), but whilst concentrating on getting his front end on solid ground, his back legs, which are under no control from his tiny brain*, went off on their own and his back end gave way underneath him. It was a rather large hole so I am beginning to wonder if his eyesight is failing him. He has nuclear sclerosis, although the vet said it shouldn’t affect his vision. I suppose he could have something else going on, or he could just be clumsy… *50% of the tiny brain power is given over to treat detection, 50% to making sure mummy feels loved If that math is correct then this latest incident was inevitable and no fault of Buddy’s. Is Buddy due for an annual exam? Good to mention his coordination fails but hopefully they’re a nothing, not a something. Let’s go with that! 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...
palmettobug Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 Buddy, Fuzzy tripped UP the stairs in sympathy today, she thought there would be a C-A-T at the top of the stairs and out-ran herself! She isn't the brightest, either! 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...
Jerilyn Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 Oh poor Buddy! The Black Bandit admires your spirit. And your fancy socks. Wiki herownself fell in a storm sewer grate last week. It's my greatest fear and not her fault because it was totally covered with snow and we didn't know it was there. She got herself out immediately but did also tear her carpal pad. She didn't get quite the level of care that Buddy did though. Just some ointment and a stern warning not to lick it. Quote Jerilyn, missing Lila (Good Looking), new Mistress to Wiki (PJ Wicked). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Oh Buddy. I hate when those pesky holes jump up out of nowhere and attack! One ate my ankle shortly after Doolin arrived. Take it easy, and no more incidents or we'll have to update the sign again! 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...
MerseyGrey Posted April 5, 2023 Author Share Posted April 5, 2023 23 hours ago, Remolacha said: Oh Buddy, you have to be more careful It could be his eyesight, although the hole wasn’t moving was it? Or it could be quirky greyhound behavior, I swear one of mine would have walked into a hole while watching a butterfly float by I hope he didn’t add to his wounds Maybe your hound was reincarnated as mine. 22 hours ago, FiveRoooooers said: If that math is correct then this latest incident was inevitable and no fault of Buddy’s. Is Buddy due for an annual exam? Good to mention his coordination fails but hopefully they’re a nothing, not a something. Let’s go with that! That’s good advice. We go to the vet each month for his Librela injection so I will ask about it then. Thank you. 20 hours ago, Jerilyn said: Oh poor Buddy! The Black Bandit admires your spirit. And your fancy socks. Wiki herownself fell in a storm sewer grate last week. It's my greatest fear and not her fault because it was totally covered with snow and we didn't know it was there. She got herself out immediately but did also tear her carpal pad. She didn't get quite the level of care that Buddy did though. Just some ointment and a stern warning not to lick it. Buddy has done this too! He always avoids them but when we were on holiday I.e. far from our own vet, he put his foot right through one and tore up his skin. My dog is now more scar than greyhound. 21 hours ago, palmettobug said: Buddy, Fuzzy tripped UP the stairs in sympathy today, she thought there would be a C-A-T at the top of the stairs and out-ran herself! She isn't the brightest, either! Too busy looking at the thing she wants rather than right in front of her. I’ve told him ‘CAREFUL!’ so many times after an accident, that when I say it to him, he actually stops and looks for hazards. It’s the only training word that we have practised again and again Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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