Something happened to Pixie..Patti is so scared

[PANAMA69]

Dear heavens, I almost miss this thread, hope they find pronto, what is going on with this little angel, hugs

[DamSweet]

How scarry - I feel so bad when I read about something happening with these little babies - for both the baby and the parent/owner - it is so hard not knowing. We went through something similar 2 weeks ago (although not so severe) and I know what a scare it can be when your baby is hurting. Bridgets had x-rays and was treated with meloxicam and took about 10 days but is back to normal now. My thoughts and prayers are with Patti and Pixi that all will be better soon.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Connie

Patti just called. She asked for a new vet and got one who has been very thorough and answering any questions. It is her left knee that is out and won't go back in because of inflammation. He said the Hip and ALC felt okay, but the Xray could tell more. He will read the XRay and also leave it for the guys to read in the morning. Patti is very impressed with him. He told her she should see her ortho and that this doesn't necessarily mean surgery...that when the inflammation goes away, it could pop back in on it's own.

Patti will most likely start a thread in Sick/emergency when she returns home. She thanks all of you for your help, concern and prayers. Poor little Pixie.

Thank goodness Patti was able to have another vet take care of her dear Pixie. I'm so relieved for her that she is getting answers.

Hugs to Pixie and Patti.

Thank you again Connie for the updates.

[Patti]

Thanks Connie for updating for me and for being there for me. I just got back a bit ago from the ER vet and asked for a different vet and their was one. He did X-Rays and did a very thorough exam on her in front of me. He said she seemed fine neurologically and her back seemed ok. The left knee will not stay in and the X-ray showed it out of the socket and He called it Grade 3. The right knee was in the socket but not where it should be. He said to keep her on the metacam and Tramadol for a week and if no improvement to consult with their orthopedic surgeon. I am praying she will not need surgery but pretty much know she will. She Is resting ok for now and not even trying to
walk. Roxie and Cali are trying to figure out what is going on. Pixie is their leader. I am just sick over this. I don't ever remember my vet mentioning she had LP and she is very thorough. Pixie did fall off the bed either yesterday or Sunday. My 3 girls are a little wary of Nikki when on my bed because he will try and attack them. So Nikki walked over by Pixie, not to be mean, just to be near me. Pixie was on the end of the bed and she moved over and there was no more bed for her. She just dropped to the floor. She was fine after. So I don't know if it is related. Pixie has never shown any signs of LP. My dtr just came home and the others ran to the door and Pixie just got up and limped to the other side of the bed and came up the ramp before I could stop her. I guess the pain meds are working a little. Sorry for rambling I am pretty stressed right now. My house is in chaos from getting ready for the interior to be painted tomorrow and I was at the bone and joint doctor with my Dtr who has massive knee problems too. They think hers in rheumatoid based and she's only 24. Thanks for all the prayers and good thoughts. Please keep them coming. I know the power of YT prayers.

[megansmomma]

Patti~Linda has a lot of experience with LP and her fosters. Hopefully she will be on tonight and give you a little reassurance. I do think that you are getting a better response now that you went back and talked to the second vet.

It is very painful when their knee pops and I would agree with Ann and Kelli that the panting and licking is probably a sign of pain. The other day Ringo1's little Lucy was falling over and panting like you described and she had all kinds of bad thoughts put into her head. Turned out to be LP in both back knees.

Hang in there and stay strong for Pixie. It's so upsetting when they are injured.

[kalina82]

Originally Posted by Patti

Thanks Connie for updating for me and for being there for me. I just got back a bit ago from the ER vet and asked for a different vet and their was one. He did X-Rays and did a very thorough exam on her in front of me. He said she seemed fine neurologically and her back seemed ok. The left knee will not stay in and the X-ray showed it out of the socket and He called it Grade 3. The right knee was in the socket but not where it should be. He said to keep her on the metacam and Tramadol for a week and if no improvement to consult with their orthopedic surgeon. I am praying she will not need surgery but pretty much know she will. She Is resting ok for now and not even trying to
walk. Roxie and Cali are trying to figure out what is going on. Pixie is their leader. I am just sick over this. I don't ever remember my vet mentioning she had LP and she is very thorough. Pixie did fall off the bed either yesterday or Sunday. My 3 girls are a little wary of Nikki when on my bed because he will try and attack them. So Nikki walked over by Pixie, not to be mean, just to be near me. Pixie was on the end of the bed and she moved over and there was no more bed for her. She just dropped to the floor. She was fine after. So I don't know if it is related. Pixie has never shown any signs of LP. My dtr just came home and the others ran to the door and Pixie just got up and limped to the other side of the bed and came up the ramp before I could stop her. I guess the pain meds are working a little. Sorry for rambling I am pretty stressed right now. My house is in chaos from getting ready for the interior to be painted tomorrow and I was at the bone and joint doctor with my Dtr who has massive knee problems too. They think hers in rheumatoid based and she's only 24. Thanks for all the prayers and good thoughts. Please keep them coming. I know the power of YT prayers.

So glad you were able to see another vet and get x-rays done. Keep her rested this week, even crated if you have to. The tramadol and metacam will make her feel better so she might try to do things she shouldn't. if she's confined and rested for a little while it may help her knees out. she may not need surgery at all. then you can slowly build up a walking routine to build up the muscles in her knees. i'd put her on a glucosamine supplement too, it can't hurt.

[Patti]

Megansmomma- Thanks I hope Linda sees this. I know she has a lot of knowledge to share.
Rachel- Thanks for the info.
Kellie- Thanks so much.
I guess one of the reasons I am so shocked is Pixie has never had any knee issues and her vet never mentioned it. The other is Cali has had Grade 4 in both back knees and they are out most of the time and she has never not been able to walk. I know they are all different. Now I am just praying Pixie can avoid surgery and Cali remains stable. And of course their pet insurance doesn't cover LP.
I will update tomorrow. Thanks all.

[AllDogBoots]

I'm so sorry to hear what's happening, but it may not be as bad as you think. Hang in there.

[kalina82]

Originally Posted by Patti

Megansmomma- Thanks I hope Linda sees this. I know she has a lot of knowledge to share.
Rachel- Thanks for the info.
Kellie- Thanks so much.
I guess one of the reasons I am so shocked is Pixie has never had any knee issues and her vet never mentioned it. The other is Cali has had Grade 4 in both back knees and they are out most of the time and she has never not been able to walk. I know they are all different. Now I am just praying Pixie can avoid surgery and Cali remains stable. And of course their pet insurance doesn't cover LP.
I will update tomorrow. Thanks all.

Pixie's may have just occurred from some sort of trauma. maybe she hurt her knees when she fell off the bed the other day, and then she jumped off the couch today and popped her knee out? anything is possible. maybe your regular vet didn't check for them or might have mentioned it in passing but didn't make a big deal about it because most little dogs have LP?

I was PO'd that VIP didn't cover LP or MVD problems so i canceled it after going for a surgical consult to check morgan's knees. it just isn't worth it to me to keep paying them. i only have the 1 dog though, i know you have 4 now so i hope you get better use out of it then i did

[kjc]

OMG! I've just read through this thread.... Patti, I'm so sorry Pixie is having problems. My gosh you must be a wreck! Excellent returning for xrays... Sending prayers to Pixie and you, and your DH.

Sometimes Peek has taken a bad step and I see it happen...then no bad effects till the next day when he really can't walk or bear weight on it. So far cage rest has worked for him...

And your dear daughter... sending prayers for her, too, that she may find answers and make a quick recovery...

[Patti]

Originally Posted by kalina82

Pixie's may have just occurred from some sort of trauma. maybe she hurt her knees when she fell off the bed the other day, and then she jumped off the couch today and popped her knee out? anything is possible. maybe your regular vet didn't check for them or might have mentioned it in passing but didn't make a big deal about it because most little dogs have LP?

I was PO'd that VIP didn't cover LP or MVD problems so i canceled it after going for a surgical consult to check morgan's knees. it just isn't worth it to me to keep paying them. i only have the 1 dog though, i know you have 4 now so i hope you get better use out of it then i did

I am hoping it will get better w/o surgery. It is strange that she just had the fall from the bed. She never jumps off beds or furniture, she always uses the ramps or stairs.
If her vet mentioned it I missed it. She is so thorough and checks all of their knees each visit. Cali, Roxie and NIkki also have some degree of it.
I know I have VPI and I have always thought of switching to one that covers hereditary conditions. I don't know any that will take them with the Pre existing conditions they all now have. I am just thankful I have an emergency fund to help out.

[Ladymom]

Patti, I am just now seeing this thread! How scary! LP isn't a great diagnosis, but so much better than some of the other neurological conditions I know you must have been worrying about.

I pray little Pixie will get some relief from her pain meds.

[Baby Blessing]

Hi Patti so sorry to hear this about Pixie, praying everything goes well for her, sure hope her pain has lessened tonight.

I came on line just to get an update and am going back off, went in myself to urgent care with my neck

Patti our vet also told me couple weeks ago that Baby Blessing has LP and that was never ever mentioned before either to us, she doesn't jump on the furniture, luckily none of the girls do, I use to panic with Cassie diving from the back of the sofas so I vowed to train the girls to stay off the furniture believe me that wasn't easy.

Baby Blessing is over weight and our Vet. put her on a diet hopefully this food will help her to loose the xtra weight she is carrying, is Pixie over weight? I will come back in the morning to see new update on how Pixie is doing.

Pixie you got a lot of prayers going for you and your Mommie, YT prayers are mighty powerful.
Hugs, Patti and Jack and Girls.

[TammyJM]

Patti~

I am so sorry to read about what your sweet Pixie is going through...you both will be in my thoughts!

Tammy

[Lovetodream88]

Prayers from me are coming your way