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Ybba · 01-03-2011, 04:32 PM

To update everyone on Kobi.
He is a bit weaker in his back legs, very unsteady when trying to walk.

But he is still walking. He is happy, in no pain, continues to bark at the cats and play with his toys the best he can. His appetite is still great. I continue with swimming, ROM, and limited cart use. When in the cart, he drags his back legs. He is hesitant to move. This breaks my heart.

I am thinking about getting the Dogger; it is a stroller for dogs. This way I can still take Kobi into the woods and incorporate physical therapy in a wonderful environment. I am worried that I am not in shape to push the Dogger. Maybe while I am waiting for winter to break, I should be getting myself into shape. Kobi isn't the only one who needs physical therapy.

Thanks so much for the support. I love him so much, he means everything to me. Without my friends on YT, I would be lost.

01-03-2011, 04:32 PM	#67
Ybba Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Pa. and wherever my furkids are. Posts: 61	To update everyone on Kobi. He is a bit weaker in his back legs, very unsteady when trying to walk. But he is still walking. He is happy, in no pain, continues to bark at the cats and play with his toys the best he can. His appetite is still great. I continue with swimming, ROM, and limited cart use. When in the cart, he drags his back legs. He is hesitant to move. This breaks my heart. I am thinking about getting the Dogger; it is a stroller for dogs. This way I can still take Kobi into the woods and incorporate physical therapy in a wonderful environment. I am worried that I am not in shape to push the Dogger. Maybe while I am waiting for winter to break, I should be getting myself into shape. Kobi isn't the only one who needs physical therapy. Thanks so much for the support. I love him so much, he means everything to me. Without my friends on YT, I would be lost.