Posted: Tue Sep 25, 2007 7:09 pm Post subject: Bruce needs an xray..possible hip dysplasia
I am sat here now in absolute floods of tears.Bruce needs an xray which he is going to have on Monday.It's definitely problems with his hips and the vet thinks it's hip dysplasia (not sure I have spelt that right).It was absolutely heart breaking hearing him yelping and crying with pain.I have been given some pain killers for him that will hopefully help him and have been told to limit his excercise,but try telling that to a seven month old puppy who just wants to play.Any advice at this time would be very greatfully received...I just feel so helpless and hate seeing him in pain.
Thanks in advance
Terri
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No advice really, but just wanted to say there are a few labs on here that have had HD and you'd never know it! They are as fit and healthy as the next lab! So please don't despair - Bruce can be helped, even if it is HD. Hugs to you and Bruce. xxxxx
I`m sorry to hear Bruce possibly had hip dysplasia, hope the PK`s work for him and at least keep him comfy til his x ray.
There are a fair few on here who`s pups have had ops for this condition, I`m sure they`ll be along to help give you support thru this, of course the rest of the membership will be supporting you as well
I know how upset I was when I found out Mojo had ED......I was devastated.
Lots can be done these days though and it may not be as serious as you are thinking (because us Mums always think the worst, don't we ). I hope the painkillers kick in quickly, so that he is comfortable but you don't really want him completely out of pain or else he won't know when to stop charging about.
Mojo had to have cage rest and I thought it would be horrendous, but in reality she adapted quicker than I did. She especially enjoyed the days I would get her a big raw bone...she would sit in her crate for hours happily chomping.
You will find ways to cope too, I'm sure....but for now don't be ashamed to have a damn good sob.
Sending you lots of sympathy as I understand how you must be feeling right now - hope the pain killers kick in and he can be comfortable.
My last lab had HD which wasn't diagnosed until he was 3 and we managed him with Cosequin, occasional Rimadyl and a strict exercise regime. A Bioflow magnetic collar later on helped enormously, but his best help came with hydrotherapy.
I remember standing in the vets surgery looking at his x-rays whilst they explained it to me in a state of disbelief. I came home and cried and cried.
Fingers crossed the news is not as bad as you fear on Monday - will be thinking of you.
Oh gosh Terri I'm so sorry to hear that!
Poor Bruce, I hope his meds kick in soon and are effective for him, and good luck with the Xrays.
I'm not sure if you will be able to stay with him while he has his xrays but I'm sure the Vet will show you them when you go to pick him up and you might be able to get some idea just from the xrays before you get to see the specialist.
There are many people on here who have been through it so please do seek their advice and lean on their shoulders! Kimbley has just had her GR have his first hip replacement so will be able to give you very recent testimony, but there are many others who can help.
Sending you huge hugs & a prescription for a good tub of icecream!!
I know how upset you must be feeling and I realise that probably in your mind you're thinking of the few dogs on LF who have had severe HD and had their hips replaced or a TPO
BUT......................
Please don't think the worst. You haven't yet seen the specialist or had him x-rayed so things may not be as bad as you're imagining. Most dogs with HD can live very good lives on medication (or supplements), weight control, the right amount of exercise plus a magnetic collar. Only the very severe ones need surgery.
Please post again after you get x-ray results and then IF (and it's a big if) he needs surgery at some point then there are a few of us on here who have been through it (and come out the other side in one piece )
Awww you are all such a brilliant lot.Thanks so much for all the advice and words of comfort they really mean so much.Special thanks to Joanne.Just talking to someone who's been through it has helped so much.I will keep you all posted on the xray results.
Big hugs and thanks from Terri and Bruce
xxx
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