Well I got a call from the surgeon who removed Mr Beebs broken plate back in December. She was interested in how he is doing. I said "up and down". His leg collapses quite often.
She had just been speaking with another vet in another town in Ct who does PT for dogs.
I did call him and make an appointment. When I described how the initial surgery turned into a $50,000.00 ordeal he said
"That was your choice" "You did that because you love your animal"
Hmmmm..I found that curious in that I made a decision to try to save him and his life but as far as a choice? What choice was there? It was a long down hill slide from day one and yes I love Mr Beebs ....but seeing his existing back leg full of arthritis ...I wonder what choice I ever had.Is this the new dialogue that vets are using? I wonder if its some sort of legalise that says..You love your animal...so if we hurt them, injure them or kill them...you have the choice to pay for the repair..or you can let them die and that is your choice. How about doing a good job and being accountable for the fee's you charge with no responsibility for screwed up surgeries or care?Hmmm...Maybe I'm just paranoid.Could be...and then again I was lead down a trail by allot of vets willing to take allot of money for vain attempts that I'm sure they knew would never save that leg. Not ever. From June 6 2006...we were on that slide downhill.
The lady who's rottie has MRSA has also been hushed and placated by the same surgeon who did Mr Beebs and another hospital entirely.
I was very direct with her. I said MRSA will kill your dog if you don't start doing damage control right now.The more I learn the more I'm sickened by the back door ethics that I'm seeing all across CT.
Today I will buy some IM adequin shots for Beebs to see if it helps his back leg and the pain.
The fun never ends around here!
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
My fears are confirmed...
I got an email from a lady in the same town as me who's dog had surgery and now has MRSA.
It pained me to read her email and when I wrote back was very direct as far as the gravity of their situation.
She said "they thought the vets were shoving it under the rug yet their gut told them it was bad".
We'll talk later today...I hope I can help them before their dog slides into oblivion.
I'm pissed...why are the vets down playing this? Why aren't we informed of this danger. How prevalents is MRSE and enterobacter in our animal hospitals?
I feel the worst is behind us now but I'm afraid these poor people are facing a terrible situation.
Not right. Not right at all.
Anyway...Here's Beebs about to eat a nutritious meal and is so worried that Sydney is late for breakfast that he is standing over his bowl saying "Come on ...get over here".I've never seen dogs so gentle around food and so polite! They wait for each other before they will take even one bite! Now that's good manners.
Monday, August 27, 2007
I'm afraid the surgeon has harmed yet another dog
I just got a disturbing email from a friend of my sister who says her neighbors dog had surgery a month ago with the same vet and now has an infection....
To say I wasn't sick reading that would be an understatement. My gut says...oh no...I know whats coming. I'm angry at the doctor and until I speak with the people I wonder if it is also the same hospital.
I'm furious and that's a good thing because I'm going to redirect this energy and turn it on the people who are causing such pain and suffering because of their stupidity and laziness.
The first person I give this report to will be our State attorney general. The "Act for a Bill" is formulating daily and I'm lining up[ facts figures, and foe's.
"Know your enemy" At the moment that is the AHI (Animal Health Institute) and the AVMA...I have read their position on changing existing laws and to be honest they are based on fear but not on facts. In dollars and cents it would have very little impact on their insurance cost or the cost to their clients. It might go from $188.00 a year to a whopping $450.00.Hmmmm...sounds like the cost to us is really going to escalate. Oh but we'll have to practice defensive medicine.IE inform the paying customers of the risk! Wow now there's a new idea.
I'm tired of the having their cake and eat it crowd taking advantage of our love for our non human family members.
Once I speak with the people facing the infection I'll update.
One vet told m,e the bacteria is resistant to cleaning solutions. Really? a little ammonia and water...how about bothering to clean at all. How many cleaning personal have you ever seen at your vets office? I saw one...one time. She was cleaning the door window as you walk into the hospital....I'm tired of this BS...
Mr Beebs is up and down lately...the wheelchair has been very difficult. When it cools down I'll keep trying and also change the design to accommodate his male anatomy.
Thats all for now...
To say I wasn't sick reading that would be an understatement. My gut says...oh no...I know whats coming. I'm angry at the doctor and until I speak with the people I wonder if it is also the same hospital.
I'm furious and that's a good thing because I'm going to redirect this energy and turn it on the people who are causing such pain and suffering because of their stupidity and laziness.
The first person I give this report to will be our State attorney general. The "Act for a Bill" is formulating daily and I'm lining up[ facts figures, and foe's.
"Know your enemy" At the moment that is the AHI (Animal Health Institute) and the AVMA...I have read their position on changing existing laws and to be honest they are based on fear but not on facts. In dollars and cents it would have very little impact on their insurance cost or the cost to their clients. It might go from $188.00 a year to a whopping $450.00.Hmmmm...sounds like the cost to us is really going to escalate. Oh but we'll have to practice defensive medicine.IE inform the paying customers of the risk! Wow now there's a new idea.
I'm tired of the having their cake and eat it crowd taking advantage of our love for our non human family members.
Once I speak with the people facing the infection I'll update.
One vet told m,e the bacteria is resistant to cleaning solutions. Really? a little ammonia and water...how about bothering to clean at all. How many cleaning personal have you ever seen at your vets office? I saw one...one time. She was cleaning the door window as you walk into the hospital....I'm tired of this BS...
Mr Beebs is up and down lately...the wheelchair has been very difficult. When it cools down I'll keep trying and also change the design to accommodate his male anatomy.
Thats all for now...
Friday, August 24, 2007
Old pogo is getting stronger
Today I left the wheel chair home and let him and Sydney run around a shady area of a park. He did really good except on the way back Mr Beebs fell down in the sun and wouldn't move.
I had a t shirt I put under him and carried him over to the shade . We rested a few minutes and then he poggoed some more.He stopped again and laid down.
After all he is 10 and this past year has kicked his butt. Even so he is so cheery and happy these days...eating well and not seeming to be suffering.
I can only pray that the worst is over. Wow a simple walk brings such pleasure when I can take both my guys.Its the little things.
I had a t shirt I put under him and carried him over to the shade . We rested a few minutes and then he poggoed some more.He stopped again and laid down.
After all he is 10 and this past year has kicked his butt. Even so he is so cheery and happy these days...eating well and not seeming to be suffering.
I can only pray that the worst is over. Wow a simple walk brings such pleasure when I can take both my guys.Its the little things.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
This cart thing is not going well
We tried again today to walk a dozen steps or so in the cart. Fat chance....I seriously think its got to be something about the way its pressing on his male parts that is making him resistant.
Thinking back to the day we got fitted for a custom cart...Mr Beebs did better in that cart then the one he has now. On that day he walked down the handi cap ramp and up to my truck ...
Now its like pulling teeth.Getting hold of the company is not turning out to be such an easy thing either. When I wanted to buy a cart I got calls and appointments now every time I call no one answers the phone.I know they're busy and perhaps its just bad timing.But $500.00 later I want something that works great.
He also been off all ab's for one full week and so far...he looks healthy and happy.I don't see any of the usual signs of infection that I have in the past. He's on;y taking deramax and tramadol and thats just to keep him pain free.Its nice to feel like life is getting almost normal again. I never appreciated normal as much as I do now.
Thinking back to the day we got fitted for a custom cart...Mr Beebs did better in that cart then the one he has now. On that day he walked down the handi cap ramp and up to my truck ...
Now its like pulling teeth.Getting hold of the company is not turning out to be such an easy thing either. When I wanted to buy a cart I got calls and appointments now every time I call no one answers the phone.I know they're busy and perhaps its just bad timing.But $500.00 later I want something that works great.
He also been off all ab's for one full week and so far...he looks healthy and happy.I don't see any of the usual signs of infection that I have in the past. He's on;y taking deramax and tramadol and thats just to keep him pain free.Its nice to feel like life is getting almost normal again. I never appreciated normal as much as I do now.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
one step at a time
I've recently called the doggie wheel company because something about the way the cart Ka thunks... behind Mr Beebs makes me think something needs adjustment.Either the yolk is to long, low, or uncomfortable. Keeping his male parts from shifting during walking is also a concern. It seems after walking 10 steps or so his "sacs" are under him which means they are being crushed by his pelvis slightly. I know there are some that would say see...you should have neutered him.But then I wouldn't have Sydney spurring his Dad on.
I start school in a week and so need to get this cart situation figured out. I don't want to drive another 4 hours to go to the place and have them adjust it. I was hoping I could speak with the designer and get a few tips. Two days in a row we went to the park! I was so excited to see them out together again sniffing and whining in the car.
I let Beebs pogo around till his good and tired and then try his cart out. With time and conviction I hope to get him good enough in that cart to resume our therapy visits. He would be a tremendous inspiration to so many if I could only get him walking well in it.
I also talked with a mal practice attorney today. She will look into the law here in CT. I called because I was afraid of a statutes of limitation..God forbid. The money I spent saving him was my college education money. I don't regret using it for one bit..he is worth it and especially seeing his goofy face playing with Sydney.I never thought the day would come when I could take a deep breath...even smile.
What ever this attorney can do as far as directing me would be a tremendous help. In the mean time I'm studying the CT legislative procedure book and revving myself up for a chance to change it for good. And to expose the myths the Vet profession and drug companies have been presenting as facts. The facts actually make them look like a bunch of money grubbers who know a good thing when they see it. Gee whiz...wouldn't it be nice for the rest of us to provide a service or good and not be responsible for what it does to those who pay for it. What kind of crazy thinking is that. Mr Beebs and this battle have inspired me to seek the truth and get some solid answers from these professionals.Its about time they had to present numbers instead of myths and fear tactics.
In the mean time my guy is alive and well!!! Thank God...we made it this far.
I start school in a week and so need to get this cart situation figured out. I don't want to drive another 4 hours to go to the place and have them adjust it. I was hoping I could speak with the designer and get a few tips. Two days in a row we went to the park! I was so excited to see them out together again sniffing and whining in the car.
I let Beebs pogo around till his good and tired and then try his cart out. With time and conviction I hope to get him good enough in that cart to resume our therapy visits. He would be a tremendous inspiration to so many if I could only get him walking well in it.
I also talked with a mal practice attorney today. She will look into the law here in CT. I called because I was afraid of a statutes of limitation..God forbid. The money I spent saving him was my college education money. I don't regret using it for one bit..he is worth it and especially seeing his goofy face playing with Sydney.I never thought the day would come when I could take a deep breath...even smile.
What ever this attorney can do as far as directing me would be a tremendous help. In the mean time I'm studying the CT legislative procedure book and revving myself up for a chance to change it for good. And to expose the myths the Vet profession and drug companies have been presenting as facts. The facts actually make them look like a bunch of money grubbers who know a good thing when they see it. Gee whiz...wouldn't it be nice for the rest of us to provide a service or good and not be responsible for what it does to those who pay for it. What kind of crazy thinking is that. Mr Beebs and this battle have inspired me to seek the truth and get some solid answers from these professionals.Its about time they had to present numbers instead of myths and fear tactics.
In the mean time my guy is alive and well!!! Thank God...we made it this far.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
He is resisting this contraption
Boxers are known for digging their heels in and MR Beebs is no exception. He is trying me every step of the way with our new chariot. If only I could help him understand how using it will be better rather than worse for him. This morning he would not budge in it. Not a step...I had to hold on to the yolk and demand he walk with me which he did for 3 steps and stopped.
This afternoon we got ten feet and i lavished him with praise and hugs...he walked 10 feet at best. After seeing that dalmatian whizz around in two seconds flat I feel like having a serious word with Mr Beebs about his stubbornness.
Well....I did stop the ab's. I'm watching like a hawk to see what happens.I now know that they have no bearing on his back leg collapsing and its probably in his spine which is being jarred. I have a massage machine I run along his leg and back at night.He is so full of life outside of all this.That's what has made this so very difficult all along. He wants to live.There is no doubt about it.I hear him at night rolling over and making goofy noises he does when he is content and just scratching his head.
In the mean time I am reading a very informative book about legislative law. I need a commitee of people here in Ct to use our brain power and skills together. I made a huge list today of people from various fields and have my work cut out for me.However...I do believe in my heart that Mr Beebs is more than property ...he is a part of my family as is millions of animals all over the United States.Why should we be treated as second class citizens regarding the animals that we are guardians of. There is only one good reason that I can see. Profit...having your cake and eat it to. No matter what you do, sell, manufacture, produce or distribute...our animals have no protection.So alot of companies reap huge profits and yet have little to no responsibility for their behavior or the quality of goods. Even the groomer who turned her back on a dog and it hung itself most likely got little more than a hand slapping or a small claim. I'd like to know when we as consumers and taxpayers got sold up the river regarding the animals we protect, groom, inoculate, feed, house,...the list is long and yet we are so unprotected .I say we because we are guardians for innocent animals who can not speak for themselves and trust us to do right by them. In 2007 I think this is archaic.I intend to do what is fair , reasonable, and just.On behalf of my poor Mr Beebs and every other animal and its owner who feels abandoned by the system and even abused. I put my hard earned money down...and I have no protection from shoddy work or lazy arrogant surgeons...not when it involves my dog. He after all has little value to society and especially to me...and thats why I have spent a year and a half trying to save him.Because he is a washing machine...a car , a toaster oven. Even though he is included in every one of our family photo's albums along with every cat, dog, and bird we have ever known.The jig is up...lets face it if you want to make the profit than accept the responsibilty that goes with it. We are not stupid people who fear your degree's or your white coats. I certainly don't. I suppose the big drug companies and AVMA think that Americans will never mobilize on this issue. I think they would be wrong.Afterall we are a majority in this country...not some fanatical group of lonely hermits. We are tax payers...and we come from every walk of life.Every color... sex, education level , value's, religions....income levels...political parties, all in all we as a whole are the most diverse group of people in all of America and we all share one thing. We love...our animals and they mean alot to us. Period. They are part of our family.
This afternoon we got ten feet and i lavished him with praise and hugs...he walked 10 feet at best. After seeing that dalmatian whizz around in two seconds flat I feel like having a serious word with Mr Beebs about his stubbornness.
Well....I did stop the ab's. I'm watching like a hawk to see what happens.I now know that they have no bearing on his back leg collapsing and its probably in his spine which is being jarred. I have a massage machine I run along his leg and back at night.He is so full of life outside of all this.That's what has made this so very difficult all along. He wants to live.There is no doubt about it.I hear him at night rolling over and making goofy noises he does when he is content and just scratching his head.
In the mean time I am reading a very informative book about legislative law. I need a commitee of people here in Ct to use our brain power and skills together. I made a huge list today of people from various fields and have my work cut out for me.However...I do believe in my heart that Mr Beebs is more than property ...he is a part of my family as is millions of animals all over the United States.Why should we be treated as second class citizens regarding the animals that we are guardians of. There is only one good reason that I can see. Profit...having your cake and eat it to. No matter what you do, sell, manufacture, produce or distribute...our animals have no protection.So alot of companies reap huge profits and yet have little to no responsibility for their behavior or the quality of goods. Even the groomer who turned her back on a dog and it hung itself most likely got little more than a hand slapping or a small claim. I'd like to know when we as consumers and taxpayers got sold up the river regarding the animals we protect, groom, inoculate, feed, house,...the list is long and yet we are so unprotected .I say we because we are guardians for innocent animals who can not speak for themselves and trust us to do right by them. In 2007 I think this is archaic.I intend to do what is fair , reasonable, and just.On behalf of my poor Mr Beebs and every other animal and its owner who feels abandoned by the system and even abused. I put my hard earned money down...and I have no protection from shoddy work or lazy arrogant surgeons...not when it involves my dog. He after all has little value to society and especially to me...and thats why I have spent a year and a half trying to save him.Because he is a washing machine...a car , a toaster oven. Even though he is included in every one of our family photo's albums along with every cat, dog, and bird we have ever known.The jig is up...lets face it if you want to make the profit than accept the responsibilty that goes with it. We are not stupid people who fear your degree's or your white coats. I certainly don't. I suppose the big drug companies and AVMA think that Americans will never mobilize on this issue. I think they would be wrong.Afterall we are a majority in this country...not some fanatical group of lonely hermits. We are tax payers...and we come from every walk of life.Every color... sex, education level , value's, religions....income levels...political parties, all in all we as a whole are the most diverse group of people in all of America and we all share one thing. We love...our animals and they mean alot to us. Period. They are part of our family.
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Beebs new wheels
Well we drove 4 hours today to pick up and test out Beebs new wheels up in Shelburne Mass. He seems a little irratated by it but willing to go along with me...alittle. If he gets really tired and is sick of collapsing he will probably welcome the support. I HOPE!
It was a $500.00 investment and if it gives him a year or so of fun it will be worth it after the unnatural stressful year and a half he has endured.
Boxers are willful dogs and I know he will balk like an old mule until he decideds when he is good and ready to get around for more than five minutes at a time before falling down or sitting down.
While we were there there was an old dalmation getting fitted for the wheels and he took off like a shot with them on.I guess when your legs have been as worn out as his rolling along probably feels awesome.
I must be very sure to adjust Mr Beebs private parts as his pelvis sits on a padded support.I forget when we got home and he stopped dead in his tracks.It will only take a few dumb mistakes on my part to put him off from this wheel cart indefinately.
Each day I'll have him walk a bit more and a bit more until it feels semi normal to him.Then God willing he migfht actually like being able to stroll along again.
Back from Vacation
God did I ever need that. It was exactly what i needed to clear my mind and recharge my flat batteries. Mr Beebs is falling down just as bad as before and yet is very high spirited as well. He eats well...plays with his toys in fact steals them out of Sydney's mouth.
Today we go to Eddies' wheels and pick up his custom wheels. I am hoping he adjust well to it and it will allow him to go out to the park once again and back to his therapy dog status.
Thank goodness the hospital in Georgia was able to send me all the records they had on Beebs. The missing culture and sensitivity panel was in there and the recent ones I collected had no such paper. So...I do have the original from June 2006.I also ordered a book on law and legislation which is a guide to how it all works. I'll be studying that and compiling my case for our state legislatures now that I've got tin a little rest and much needed peace.
I'm taking my camera and video camera so that I can get photo's of the wheel company and Beebs trial run. I may even post it on Utube....
Not sure about continuing ab's....he had deramax today and no tramadol yet. He seems just so happy to see me after ten days and wouldn't stop licking my face.I bought both my guys squeaky toys from Nantucket!
Fingers crossed...
Today we go to Eddies' wheels and pick up his custom wheels. I am hoping he adjust well to it and it will allow him to go out to the park once again and back to his therapy dog status.
Thank goodness the hospital in Georgia was able to send me all the records they had on Beebs. The missing culture and sensitivity panel was in there and the recent ones I collected had no such paper. So...I do have the original from June 2006.I also ordered a book on law and legislation which is a guide to how it all works. I'll be studying that and compiling my case for our state legislatures now that I've got tin a little rest and much needed peace.
I'm taking my camera and video camera so that I can get photo's of the wheel company and Beebs trial run. I may even post it on Utube....
Not sure about continuing ab's....he had deramax today and no tramadol yet. He seems just so happy to see me after ten days and wouldn't stop licking my face.I bought both my guys squeaky toys from Nantucket!
Fingers crossed...
Friday, August 3, 2007
leaving today with mixed feelings
Well we are going away for 10 or 11 days starting today and I'm relieved and afraid at the same time. I did put Mr Beebs back on ab's for damage control.
The dogs are both now living in our basement which is converted into an inlaw apt. There is no way he can get on the stair climber and join us upstairs at this point and I wonder if ever again. I spend half my time down in the basement and the other half feeling guilty upstairs.
I hate this situation. Maybe after a week of rest...I'll be able to put him in a sling and bring him upstairs once in a while with help. His back leg is really doping badly.The Dr W who said it was very stable was dead wrong..the radio graph shows "extensive" damage.
So.....his wheelchair will be ready when I return so I'll drive the 2 hours up north to have them fit him and bring it home.
I am not getting a lot of support in the vet community for my legislative agenda.In the end...it will better serve them if they do get involved and do have a say otherwise...the public when hearing the facts will most likely vote for change.
I'm feeling depressed these days...its as though my brain and body can only take so much grief before it starts shutting down. I need this vacation to go smooth. I have a big battle ahead and a very handicapped boy to take care of. Re charging my own batteries and getting some peace would be wonderful.Now I know why caregivers have such a high burn out rate. At least a nurse gets to go home after 8 hours or so.This has been 24/7 since June 6 of 06.I'm not the same person I was when this started. I truly believe that if i didn't re-direct this grief it would have eroded me down to a clinical condition. Its my love and passion that has kept my head above water...its so unfair.Poor Mr Beebs. Well off we go I've hired a baby sitter/ house sitter for the entire time who is wonderful with the boys and they love her.I'm leaving her emergency instructions, my truck, and meds galore. Oh please let this next 2 weeks be uneventful God...for all our sakes.
The dogs are both now living in our basement which is converted into an inlaw apt. There is no way he can get on the stair climber and join us upstairs at this point and I wonder if ever again. I spend half my time down in the basement and the other half feeling guilty upstairs.
I hate this situation. Maybe after a week of rest...I'll be able to put him in a sling and bring him upstairs once in a while with help. His back leg is really doping badly.The Dr W who said it was very stable was dead wrong..the radio graph shows "extensive" damage.
So.....his wheelchair will be ready when I return so I'll drive the 2 hours up north to have them fit him and bring it home.
I am not getting a lot of support in the vet community for my legislative agenda.In the end...it will better serve them if they do get involved and do have a say otherwise...the public when hearing the facts will most likely vote for change.
I'm feeling depressed these days...its as though my brain and body can only take so much grief before it starts shutting down. I need this vacation to go smooth. I have a big battle ahead and a very handicapped boy to take care of. Re charging my own batteries and getting some peace would be wonderful.Now I know why caregivers have such a high burn out rate. At least a nurse gets to go home after 8 hours or so.This has been 24/7 since June 6 of 06.I'm not the same person I was when this started. I truly believe that if i didn't re-direct this grief it would have eroded me down to a clinical condition. Its my love and passion that has kept my head above water...its so unfair.Poor Mr Beebs. Well off we go I've hired a baby sitter/ house sitter for the entire time who is wonderful with the boys and they love her.I'm leaving her emergency instructions, my truck, and meds galore. Oh please let this next 2 weeks be uneventful God...for all our sakes.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Not sure what to think or do anymore
I did see the chiro vet today and she did another treatment on Mr Beebs. He seems to be doing slightly better...BUT...she says that the load on that back leg is taking a beating and it will only get worse.Also there was something in the radiology report that mentioned septic condition in the existing back leg.In other words infection.So he has been off ab's for 3 days and this vet says and I'll call her Dr C for chiro says leave him on them until I return from vacation. My reg. vet Dr D. says stop them there is no infection.Vets 3 and 4 both Dr. W's decided it is systemic and he requires 3 solid months on ab's. With out a culture from the joint which I will not do for all the tea in China..its a guessing game. I also mentioned to her that I would need guidance from the vet community regarding legislation.She seemed reluctant/ hesitant.Not entirely disinterested just afraid to be dragged into something her collegues might view as betrayal. One way or another I'm going to move ahead on this and just ordered a law book which will walk me through the process and help guide my direction.The vets who get onboard now will save themselves alot of grief down the road.Whatever precedence is set in Ct courts will be just that. So...I'm hoping these reasonable , good people will want to be part of animal protection along with consumer protection. I can't make anyone do it but it would sure give them their say and afford a reasonable bill in the end.
The vet told me today that in her small practice she has already worked on 5 dogs who had complications from TPLO surgeries. She said when she was in vet school they were all the rage but now its become clear that they are problematic and the complications can be devastating. "Mr Beebs is an example of the worse case scenerio besides dying on the table."
Here's a photo of her chiro gun
on our way...Mr Beebs and Sydney
Driving an hour to the vet chiropracter...who is the closest I could find here that was available.
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
more chiro
Well we have vacation planned starting this Friday and I've hired a fulltime dog sitter. I'm feeling worried because we will be out in the Atlantic sailing and won't have any fast way to return. I'm going to look up flights on and off Nantucket and if something does happen we can leave the boat where ever it is.
Its been like this for a year...always wondering IF...if I should go anywhere.
The massage treatments seem to help a bit because after them Mr Beebs hops around a fair bit better than he did 3 days ago. We go to the choro vet again tommorrow for another adjustment whcih i hope continues to help. I got a digital copy of his x-rays and radiology report. "Extentive osteoarthritis". "The possibility of acute sptic arrthritis -on-chronic disease cannot be completely ruled out" This comes the radiologist himself.
I'm glad I got him the wheel chair now. Anything at all that relieves his suffering is what I'm after. I have thought of just how far to take this...all week. I asked 3 different vets that know, see, and can acess his condition and they all said "No". So I feel like Beebs and the docs are saying....he want to live.And he does...tonight i made pasta and sauce and he sat there licking his chops at me like hint hint...
Its been like this for a year...always wondering IF...if I should go anywhere.
The massage treatments seem to help a bit because after them Mr Beebs hops around a fair bit better than he did 3 days ago. We go to the choro vet again tommorrow for another adjustment whcih i hope continues to help. I got a digital copy of his x-rays and radiology report. "Extentive osteoarthritis". "The possibility of acute sptic arrthritis -on-chronic disease cannot be completely ruled out" This comes the radiologist himself.
I'm glad I got him the wheel chair now. Anything at all that relieves his suffering is what I'm after. I have thought of just how far to take this...all week. I asked 3 different vets that know, see, and can acess his condition and they all said "No". So I feel like Beebs and the docs are saying....he want to live.And he does...tonight i made pasta and sauce and he sat there licking his chops at me like hint hint...
more news...not good
Well I spoke with my regular vet today and he told me he did get the radiology report back regarding Beebs back leg. The first word listed was "extensive" arthritis which would explain the pain he must be feeling. I was afraid all along of amputating for this very reason. The vets who did do the amputation said "Oh that legs really solid" Very stable.Its only bone growth.
So....last night I sat on the floor with my Dads massage machine and went up and down his spine and leg for about an hour. Today he is popping along pretty well compared to 3 days ago when he was just collapsing. The nerve probably was pinched in his back. We go back to the chiro vet tomorrow for another adjustment.If this continues to go "well" I will keep this up. Otherwise my vet said he could inject something directly into the dogs joint which works very well.They have done this on race horses for years.At least we are not totally out of options. I really thought that I would be putting him down this past week.It was that bad. I'll go massage him some more and make sure he has his deramax and tramadol.I don't want him to be in pain.
So....last night I sat on the floor with my Dads massage machine and went up and down his spine and leg for about an hour. Today he is popping along pretty well compared to 3 days ago when he was just collapsing. The nerve probably was pinched in his back. We go back to the chiro vet tomorrow for another adjustment.If this continues to go "well" I will keep this up. Otherwise my vet said he could inject something directly into the dogs joint which works very well.They have done this on race horses for years.At least we are not totally out of options. I really thought that I would be putting him down this past week.It was that bad. I'll go massage him some more and make sure he has his deramax and tramadol.I don't want him to be in pain.
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