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Tibbe has been x-rayed 3 times in the last four months & he didn't even have to be sedated for them, let alone anesthetized. After his 5-23-12 possible fall, they did give him a pain injection B4 x-rays just to help any pain he might be in from any fall & keep the positioning for x-rays from hurting so much in case he had injuries. Don't know what position your baby would have to be put in or how long the exposure is to require actual anesethsia. |
Sorry...work has kept me extremely busy this week. Roxie is doing ok, but I think we are still going to go ahead with the x-rays. The vet said she would actually need to be on her back for the x-rays, and that's why he would need to give anesthesia. My co-worker, who is trained in veterinary medicine, says she doesn't think it would be necessary, though. We are going to call tomorrow and get this all sorted out. If there is a way we can do it without putting her under, it would be ideal. Even though she seems better, I still want to make sure there isn't some problem that we're missing. |
I only know the neuro surgeon at NCSU that did Zhoie's AAI surgery, explained they do need mild sedation to do the radiographs because they like to put their heads in certain positions and have them on their belly and side for different views. I can see why it would need done, it would be impossible to get a pup to lay perfectly still especially in various positions. they want. I'm so glad you are moving forward with having the xray done, at the very least it will rule out AAI on be such a relief and comfort to know. We are actually leaving Sun. 17th to travel back to NCSU for Zhoie to have a dental done in their dentistry unit and then a neuro follow up in the afternoon. Like you, I'm worried to have her sedated, but it's the nature of the beast and needs to be done. Just think, if I didn't keep up with her dental cleanings and then her other organs would get effected down the road, I couldn't live with that neglect. Send prayers for my girl that all will go well. Please keep us posted on how your girl is doing. Continuing prayers for improvement and nothing serious is found in her xray. |
My terrier/X was hospitalized from Friday AM till dinner time Saturday (she ate peepee pads and was very sick). We had an awful time with her the first few days after she came home. Scared, hiding, wouldn't eat She was OK after about 4 days. Louise |
Just so you don't think we fell off the face of the planet...Roxie's x-rays are scheduled for next Thursday, 6/21. I will keep you updated on the results. |
I am glad you are getting the xrays done and hope it's nothing major. Prayers for you and Roxie. |
Anxiety is setting in about Roxie's x-rays tomorrow. I really hope everything goes well. They are going to keep her for observation for a few hours before they call us to come get her. :( |
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I't good to hear you are going to get her x-ray done. Sending prayers the x-rays will be fine and you will have peace of mind nothing there is not a neuro problem going on. I know how anxious you are feeling, but keep in mind you are doing it for your babies well being. Zhoie was just put under yesterday for her dental after having AAI surgery 6 months ago...and I was terried. Now, I'm feel so much better knowing I'm doing everything in my power to take proper care of her teeth for as long as we can. I'll check back tomorrow..you both are in my thoughts and prayers. :ghug: |
Yes. Seems your girl is more than just cranky to me if it's going on 8 weeks at this point. The biting, the sleeping a lot, the laying down in the middle of the road on walks. Seems something is draining her energy. I'd get her bloodwork done again also. I think that's a sure fire way to start to uncover any physical problem and not have that worry on your mind. Blood work in my area is about $125, not horrible for peace of mind. If its not physical then you can start behavioral training with her, reteach her all the things she seems to have forgotten. My Fletcher goes through spurts of that kind of behavior, but it only lasts a few hours or on & off for a day, no longer than that. He's too curious to stay mad. When I can't find him in the house, I just assume he's under our bed. So I open a door to outside or open the fridge or rustle his food bag. Within 15 seconds he's right there! LOL |
Prayers to Roxie for tomorrow. How is she acting/feeling/moving lately? Any better? |
I hope all is going well today. Did they tell you what kind of anesthetic they are using for this? I really hope you can get her to a specialist or a university hospital where they so experienced at doing these things. I feel so bad for her. Something is causing her pain and up until now she has not had proper testing. What did they Xray? |
Just checking for news. Please update when you can. Hugs & prayers |
Checking back to see if any update on little Roxie...anyone heard? |
I'll update after the x-rays tomorrow...I promise! Roxie's been a bit more energetic and playful the past week or so, which is a good sign. She still won't come up on the couch and she is still hesitant with the stairs, so I think the x-rays are still a good idea. |
OK, Roxie is home from her x-rays, all bathed, and is relaxing with her daddy. She's still a little groggy. Here's the lowdown from the Doctor: 1. Neck, spine, and hips were all clear. No sign of slipped discs or arthritis. He even showed us the digital images and explained everything about her joints and vertebrae and everything. 2. Luxating Patella in her left knee is only stage 1. He said we could still follow up with a surgeon if we like, but that most surgeons won't operate for stage 1. 3. Dental was okay, though he said there was a mild occlusion in that her front top and bottom canines don't line up the way they are supposed to. He said he doubts that is the reason for the sudden change in her eating habits, since her teeth have been that way her whole life. He didn't see any cavities or cracks. He said we could follow up with a specialist, as they do make "doggie braces" that could fix the problem. 4. She has put on weight. How this is possible when she hasn't been eating all of her food is beyond me, but nonetheless we will be cutting down on how much food she gets with each meal and go back to giving her Pepcid, since that seemed to help her appetite for a few weeks. He said we just might be giving her too much food and her body doesn't want/need it. He also said we should try to grind up the food a bit, because the kibble pieces are very large. 5. As for the not jumping up onto the couch, Dr. said that at some point she must have done it and it caused her extreme pain (maybe from her LP knee). She probably remembers that and won't jump up on the couch anymore because she doesn't want the pain again. I feel better knowing that the x-rays are clear. I have high hopes that with the dietary modifications and me being home for the summer, we will see an improvement in both her disposition and behavior. I thank you all for your concern and advice. I love this place and I am so glad YT is here when I need it! You folks are amazing! :) |
That is all GREAT NEWS:D I am sure a couple month of being home with Mommy will be just what Roxie needs;) |
Oh...I am so happy and relieved to see this post! I know you have to feel much better knowing there is no major issues going on :thumbup: What a wonderful blessing you have received:) |
Glad to hear good report & hope the food changes work to get her back to herself. |
Great news! I would suggest stopping her from jumping up on any furniture... as this is how LP is aggravated, and by helping her up and down you may possibly avoid further injury and surgery to repair it. Mine are not allowed to jump up on furniture, if they want up, they stand in front of the chair or bed and look at me, then wait till I help them up. Then they will bark when they want down. |
How long does it usually take for them to get back to normal after the anesthesia? |
Great news about Roxie! Fletcher stopped jumping up on some things when he gained weight too. He won't jump on the bed anymore... he can't... sometimes he'll look like he's going to try, but he never does. I ended up putting stairs at the foot of the bed for him. Dex uses them too, so it's good! |
Another update: What a difference a week makes! Roxie is doing really well...she almost seems back to normal. Grinding up her food has made a world of difference...she is back to gobbling it all up at once, and doesn't carry the pieces into the living room anymore. Who knew that the food processor that has been gathering dust in my closet for 8 years would suddenly come in so handy! She's definitely more active and wants to play more often. She's come up on the couch a few times, but still seems to prefer DH picking her up. The biggest thing was when she came upstairs the other day to yell at the vacuum! She hasn't done that in months! :0) We also found a new glucosamine supplement that she likes better. She doesn't pick it out of her food and put it aside anymore. I'm so glad this seems to have sorted itself out. I hope she stays in good shape for a long time! |
That's great!!!!:) I am so glad she is doing well:D |
Update: This grinding up food is a pain in the a**. I already broke my food processor! I cannot believe that Hills doesn't make a small bites version of this food (z/d). :( |
Hills Science Diet makes small breed kibble... do you have her on total dental or something? The reason that one is so big is so that it helps to scrub their teeth when they are breaking it up. My vet told me the regular small breed food is no different, just smaller than the dental kind so they don't have to break it apart. Try the small breed kibble and see if that helps. Also, there is dental food for small breeds, it's still big but it's softer so these smaller ones can break it apart easier. Is that what you are feeding her? |
She eats the Prescription Z/D, which is Ultra allergen-free. It is one of the few Hill's foods that does not come in small bites. She has a terrible sensitivity to something (not sure what), and we have been through several different types of food. This is the only one that didn't make her vomit. |
I'm just so glad to read Roxie is doing better and getting livelier! It is SO good when they start to get better! What were her final diagnoses? With my Jilly who was tiny, if the store was out of her Science Diet for Sensitive Stomach Small Bites and I had to buy regular, I would throw a bunch in a storage bag, zip it closed and use the rubber mallet to crack it up, empty it into her bowl. That food was THE ONLY food her GI system could tolerate so I had to make it work and the food processor and blender usually powdered too much of it. A few whacks of the mallet and you are done without much powdering. Best of wish that Roxie keeps getting better and better from now on. Bet mommy is breathing a lot deeper these days.:) |
I was just going to suggest the same thing. Wrap the food in something and hit it with a large hammer to break it up. I tried that when Gracie was a puppy. She still wouldn't eat it but it does work well to break it into smaller pieces. |
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