Why is it ALWAYS when you are out of town?

[kimberlee104]

Not sure what I need, maybe just to vent. I am so upset right now. I have left our 2 dogs in wonderful hands with my cousin as we are vacationing. Well, as I inquired about the Bichon who has been having some itching issues, my cousin answers but then proceeds to ask if Lana has been having any problems with her back legs. Of course I am in a panic. The vet diagnosed her with a LP3 but she has only had 2 known incidents over her lifetime. Well, tonight, apparently she had 2 more. It seems she has fixed it and can walk but it just upsets me so much. I am scared, nervous and sad. I know even if I was there, not much could be done anyways, but why on our 1st day of vacation. I am regretful because I wanted to start them both on Cosequin, but I didn't. I only wonder now if we have entered into the world of no return and this will become a common issue.

[ladyjane]

I would say to relax and enjoy your vacation. It does not sound like an emergency and you can deal with it when you get home!

[Mom to Hot Rod]

I agree. Try not to worry as there isn't anything that can be done at the moment. A lot of times the dog will compensate and do what doesn't hurt to them. But then that is easy for me to say. I know that you still want to be there for your little one.

[boopie8]

If it were my baby,Id tell the caretaker....NO JUMPING off anything! even down the steps.............Thats just what I would do........Ive had these issues since 1990. Hope everything goes ok..............Boops Mom

[BonBon]

Originally Posted by kimberlee104

Not sure what I need, maybe just to vent. I am so upset right now. I have left our 2 dogs in wonderful hands with my cousin as we are vacationing. Well, as I inquired about the Bichon who has been having some itching issues, my cousin answers but then proceeds to ask if Lana has been having any problems with her back legs. Of course I am in a panic. The vet diagnosed her with a LP3 but she has only had 2 known incidents over her lifetime. Well, tonight, apparently she had 2 more. It seems she has fixed it and can walk but it just upsets me so much. I am scared, nervous and sad. I know even if I was there, not much could be done anyways, but why on our 1st day of vacation. I am regretful because I wanted to start them both on Cosequin, but I didn't. I only wonder now if we have entered into the world of no return and this will become a common issue.

Cosequin is not a preventative. It won't stop the progression of things like LP. It's a wonderful supplement - I've given it to Alexander for years and it is has really helped his arthritis stiffness and pain - I'm a big believer in it. But it's more of an aid to help the joints after damage has been done, although it doesn't hurt to give to those with no symptoms. So don't beat yourself up over that. Relax and enjoy your vacation. When you get home, start them on Cosequin.