[christiers]

Originally Posted by linz06

Please please please talk to a specialist (orthopedic or neurologist) before using a chiropractor. I considered it for Layla, but it can be very dangerous to move the spine AT ALL with bulging discs. Any sudden movement can cause a disc to rupture, spilling contents into the spinal column and compressing the spinal cord. I am going through this right now with my Layla, and she has been paralyzed in her hind end now for almost 8 weeks. The absolute most important thing to do right now is strict crate rest for at least 8 weeks... even if she starts feeling better and acting herself, keep her confined and not moving. There is a Yahoo group called Dodgers List which is a support group for these pups with spinal and back issues. I have learned a lot and I would really urge you to join.

I have been watching all day for your reply. Y'all are working so diligently with Layla with the laser therapies, physical therapies, now the sling walking. You are an inspiration to all of us.

Originally Posted by Rhondaj

Christie,

Thank you for the reference to Layla. I read her story and cried through a lot of it. I will add her to my prayers.

These little ones of ours steal our hearts in a moment and its terrible when they hurt as it hurts us deeply too.

Rhondaj

Me too Rhonda, I anxiously await an update each day. I have never meet them, do not know them beyond her thread but I get so excited about Layla wagging her tail, proudly sling walking, walking on the underwater threadmill. Their story is one of devotion and it is a two-way street. Layla, Lindsey, & Scott have been in my prayers since the first day I read her story.