I am happy to say that Kirby has showed some improvement, at least with his walking. He didn't fall over today when walking, and almost seemed a little happier than he has been. His right leg is the worst and his paw seems to drag when he walks. We can only let him walk when taking him out to go potty, as he is on very limited exercise. I do think his back is getting better. Our vet said that what happens is it smooths over in the area where the rupture is and then takes pressure off the spinal cord. I just can't wait till he will be able to move around and hopefully get some of his muscle back. He is such a little sweetheart! I love that little guy! Thanks for your prayers and well wishes for Kirby!
Debi...yes...the winds have been horrid all day! My hubby's grandma got thrown to the ground by the wind and broke her wrist and is in the hospital. I feel so bad for her...she's such a dear lady. Gusts have been up to 60 mph.
Lily of the Valley...thank you for your message and pm. We discussed surgery with our vet, who would have referred us to Mpls, but he told us that he has seen as many dogs recover from this without surgery as he has seen recover that do have the surgery. Kirby is my daughter's dog and she made the decision not to pursue the surgery because of the fact it is not a guarantee that it would work, and the cost of the surgery and travel expenses. I would be scared of him going through surgery in his weakened state! |