JulieW Posted December 7, 2023 Share Posted December 7, 2023 Newly adopted Greyhound screaming for 20 seconds then absolutely fine! Hi, was wondering if anyone had a similar experience as us. We have just adopted a 4 year old gorgeous boy (after fostering for 6 months) Nearly every day he starts screaming really loudly, sort of cycling his leg slowly and then and holds his front right paw up for about 20 seconds then he’s absolutely fine. We massage his leg and get him to walk around, it’s usually when he’s been lying down in the evening. We’ve had X-rays and he’s seen a brilliant osteopath who couldn’t find anything wrong and suggested cramp, we’ve been putting a bit of bicarbonate in his food but it’s no better. Has anyone had any joy with any remedies for this? It absolutely makes us jump out of our skin! thanks in advance 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted December 7, 2023 Share Posted December 7, 2023 The GSOD - Greyhound Scream of Death. Could be cramps or the leg being asleep. Some of these dogs are real drama queens over little things, and some will stand there with a broken leg and not make a sound. I know that's not much help, but I think we've all been through at least one GSOD that seemed to happen for no reason over the years. It will scare the life out of you. If it continues, I would think about seeing an orthopedic vet specialist just to be safe. Also check the paw pads if this is happening as he stands up. 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...
JulieW Posted December 7, 2023 Author Share Posted December 7, 2023 5 minutes ago, Time4ANap said: The GSOD - Greyhound Scream of Death. Could be cramps or the leg being asleep. Some of these dogs are real drama queens over little things, and some will stand there with a broken leg and not make a sound. I know that's not much help, but I think we've all been through at least one GSOD that seemed to happen for no reason over the years. It will scare the life out of you. If it continues, I would think about seeing an orthopedic vet specialist just to be safe. Also check the paw pads if this is happening as he stands up. Thank you ☺️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted December 8, 2023 Share Posted December 8, 2023 He also might have learned that screaming will get a massage. He probably did originally have a cramp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted December 10, 2023 Share Posted December 10, 2023 Likely a cramp. Or ‘pins and needles’. Or he love his massages….. My wimpy Galgo gave a GSOD at the retirement home that we visit. Scared the bejeezus out of everyone. Seems his leash was dragging on the ground and touching his hock 2 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...
zimsmom Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 On 12/7/2023 at 7:26 PM, MP_the4pack said: He also might have learned that screaming will get a massag He might be on to something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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