my oscars xray results

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Sun 04 Oct 2009, 18:02

First topic message reminder :

my boy is not right today hes been really struggling to get up today and now tonight he wont eat his dinner i tried giving him a peice of bacon and he wouldnt eat it he allways eats his dinner

also he wont speak he normally speaks for food or when he wants to come in from the garden. molly keeps sniffing round him like she knows hes off colour. hes breathing is ok and he is drinking but i know my boy and hes not right if he wont eat by tommorow iam going to take him up the vets. oh its horrible when they cant tell you whats happening!!

i hope he picks up soon

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Sun 18 Oct 2009, 23:15

I cert can be confusing kel but at its a good thing that Oscar's health is A OK otherwise. Your vet(s) seem to be looking at every avenue & that's great news for Oscar. I'm also glad to hear they can do the xrays there so he doesnt have to travel to far & will be back home sooner on the best medication for him as well. Hope the xrays if the prob so Oscar can get back to himself soon.

Hope Abbie is also feeling better today.

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 07:10

morning all thanks for your nice words again tracy abbie is fine today and off to school in a minite then iam going to come home and give oscar a nice massage with his emu oil he loves it!

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 07:48

Glad Abbie is feeling better today & I'm sure oscar is loving his massages but I'm not sure how much help the oil will be if they think it's his spine that's the prob? Still, It cert wont do any harm & the massage will make him feel relaxed & happier. I know i feel happier after a massage.

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 10:47

i like a nice massage aswell not that i ever get one! hes booked in for next tuesday at 9.30 am for his xrays we are so so nervous i know we didnt want to risk putting him to sleep but it will be good to know what actually the problem is iam goner be worried about it between now and then.

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 11:02

Yeah I know, but try not to stress too much as he will pick up on it & wonder why you are worried & maybe start worrying himself. Molly will also notice if you are stressed. I dont think the vets would put him under if they were concerned and as they say his health it great otherwise. . . with remain here with fingers crossed for you all. Take care, hug that boy for me & let me know how he goes please.

**staffylover70** · by **staffylover70** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 11:22

Staffie2, why do they want you to wait a week for the Xrays?

**squidgy82000** · by **squidgy82000** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 12:12

staffie2 wrote: shes called abbie this is her 3 years old like butter wouldnt melt.

she is such a sweety and adoreable

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 12:22

they said they can do it weds if we wanted but next week my partner has a weeks hoilday so it will be easier then as i cant lift him in and out of the car on myself and then we can both be at home to help him recover etc. and there will allways be someone at home to keep an eye on him i wont have to be rushing around doing the school run either as the kids are on hoildays.

suzieT · by suzieT on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:30

Hi Staffie2

Thanks for the update - we all appreciate it - even though it must be very difficult ./ upsetting for you to update us on Oscars progress - we are all supporting you through this - big hugs to you and your family and of course Oscar.

Sorry I could get on line earlier to wish you good luck -

I was thinking of Oscar at lunch time - hope you don't mind me mentioning this -

but do you have one of those dog feeding / water bowls that are higher off the ground - just thought it may help Oscar be a little more comfortable - he won't need to bend when eating or drinking -

Have you seen them around?

suzie T

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:40

hi suzie iam going to try and get one of those tommorow as pah didnt have any yesterday.

suzieT · by suzieT on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:42

great minds think alike Smile

xx

I just had a thought and had to share it with you - hope you get one - Oscar will love you for it Smile

If you have a handy hubby maybe he could make one - but if he is like my OH then that would be out of the question lol

I wonder if they do heated coats too - maybe the warmth on his back would help Oscar too - do they do such a thing????

Suzie T

suzieT · by suzieT on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:45

Sorry Me again

I am sure I saw one in Asda the other week - just a thought xx

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:46

dont have a hubby my oh is totally useless not just at that kind of thing hes just totally useless anyway! iam kidding!
hes got an orthopedic bed and i snuggle him all in at night with a big fleece hes got as i cant really put anything on him as he messes himself too often.

suzieT · by suzieT on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 15:48

lol - your OH comment made me chuckle Smile

I am sure he is a snug little bug in that bed

Dieselsmummy · by Dieselsmummy on Mon 19 Oct 2009, 18:37

Hi Kelly

Glad to hear Abbie is much better, she looks so cute.

Hope you have had a good day with Oscar. How did his massage go?

PS you can get the hi-low bowls on e-bay too. Only know cos I was looking for Diesel the other day, but if you get one from there- remember the postal strike this week!

Big hug to Oscar
Jacqui and Diesel x

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Fri 23 Oct 2009, 09:48

we are absolutly dreading tuesday now and so worried about what they are going to find. we had the big conversation last night that we have both been avoiding really about his quality of life and what happens after tuesday i honestly can say this is the hardest thing .oscar has not got any better and has been sick again this morning due to all the medication hes on and we just both know its a matter of time now and are dreading the vet saying on tuesday its his time to be pts

sorry i feel like all i do is come on here and moan .i will of course let you all know what happens.x

suzieT · by suzieT on Fri 23 Oct 2009, 09:55

I can only sympathise with you and your family - it is heartbreaking having to come to terms and admit that the your beloved pooch's quality of life has to be taken into account.

It is never nice having to face this option - but we have to bear in mind which is the best option - our dogs are a member of our family who loves you unconditionally and it is the hardest decision to make, ad knowing if the decision we take is the correct one.

I would discuss your concerns with the vet on Tuesday - they will give you their honest opinion with Oscar -

I sympathise with you - and will be thinking of you - keep us informed xx

You are definately not having a moan - you are obviously upset and need some reassurance xx

Big hugs to you & Oscar - love Suzie T

**Priya11** · by **Priya11** on Fri 23 Oct 2009, 10:13

only just read this post!

staffie2 im so sorry to hear about oscar, i hope he gets better soon. Keep us posted!

xx

**magickef** · by **magickef** on Fri 23 Oct 2009, 11:18

I cant begin to think how you must be feeling at the minute,
hope all goes well on tuesday,we are all keeping everything crossed,
sending big hugs to all of you.

Dieselsmummy · by Dieselsmummy on Sat 24 Oct 2009, 21:42

Hi Kelly
Just wandering how your weekend has been with Oscar? How is the handsome chap doing?

Did you manage to get one of the high/low dog bowls the other day? If so have you found it good?

I have just ordered some Emu Oil off of E-bay for Diesels back legs.
Wishing you lots of support and big hugs for Tuesday- please keep us posted on how it goes.
Jacqui x

**staffylover70** · by **staffylover70** on Sat 24 Oct 2009, 21:57

Staffie 2 I am so sorry to hear he has been so unwell. Please do not feel like you are moaning, it is amazing how much support you can get from the forum at times like this. The support I had when Jack was ill was fantastic as none doggy lovers do not understand how you feel.
I really hope it is good news on Tuesday, however if it is not, remember that the last good thing you can do for your baby is end their suffering. It will be hard for you I know but it will be for the best if that is what the vets suggests. I will keep everything crossed for you on Tuesday.

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Sat 24 Oct 2009, 22:11

thanks it means so much.x

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Sun 25 Oct 2009, 03:58

Wishing you & Oscar all the best for tuesday Kel. Staffylover is so right. It is the hardest thing to decide if you are in that situation but Oscar's quality of life must always be 1st priority.

& no one thinks you are moaning. We all understand how much you love Oscar just as we have come to.

shellstaff · by shellstaff on Sun 25 Oct 2009, 10:42

Great to hear that he is improving. I am sure he will love the car ride nothing beats fresh air.

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Mon 26 Oct 2009, 17:15

oscar has his xrays in the morning

ive got to drop him off at 9am and should be able to get him around 2 or 3pm

then hopefully we should get a better idea of whats going? on i need some hugs.

**emma** · by **emma** on Mon 26 Oct 2009, 18:30

sending you lots and lots of big

i hope everything goes well for the gorgeous Oscar tomorrow , what ever decision you make we will all be behind you hun , keep strong

**magickef** · by **magickef** on Mon 26 Oct 2009, 20:29

Sending you lots and lots of

we will be thinking of you tomorrow,xxxx

Dieselsmummy · by Dieselsmummy on Mon 26 Oct 2009, 20:31

Good luck for tomorrow , we will be thinking of you

suzieT · by suzieT on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 08:18

I am thinking of you all this morning - bigs hugs to you all and Oscar xx

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 08:28

Hugs on their way over from us as well!

from me!

from Jessie!

from Tyson!

& one for Oscar too!

(Just a thought, you could buy a plastic backed blanket which is generally meant for the car to put over Oscar's bedding. His bed will keep him nice a comfy & the blanket will stop any soiling of his bed & can just be thrown in the wash as needed.)

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 10:05

i just dropped him off he was quite happy going in they are going to try and do him first

i should be able to get him around 1pm. tracy ive tried getting one of those he just scuffles it all up we even put puppy training pads in his bed and his ripped them up. molly has been going mental running up and down the hallways and whining at the front door i darnt let her off her lead later as i think she would run off looking for him ill let you know what the results are later.x

suzieT · by suzieT on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 10:10

Hi Kelly

Oscar is in good hands - lets hope this is the final time he will be put under - you must be a nervous wreck - but we are all here waiting with you and giving you virtual hugs xx

Great idea about Molly - I wouldn't let her off lead either today just in case xx

Will wait for update once you have your Oscar back home xx

Thinking of you honey - big hugs xx

**tracyp** · by **tracyp** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 12:03

Am sending you & Oscar hugs from over here to you both. Best wishes & hoping all goes well for him. Hugs for Molly to as she will be missing him.

Let us know how he goes kel. Best wishes as always to you all. Will be waiting to see how he is going.

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 13:54

ive just phoned them hes had them done and they said i can pick him up at 3pm as hes still snoozing bless him. i dont know what the xrays showed yet we have to tallk the vet when we get there.

suzieT · by suzieT on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 13:55

Awwwww - Thanks for the update Kelly - bet you feel a little better now that part is over xx

Suzie T

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 16:58

ok we are back this is going to be long so bear with me again as iam not good explaining things.
ok so oscars had his xrays and ive been to get him the vet has said his xrays show he dosent have any thing of arthritus what so ever!! unlike two years ago before we changed vets when he had xrays with the stupid vet at pah who said his xrays showed early signs of it. his cartalige in his hip joints is absolutly normal and so are the bone sockets surounding it . its not a slipped disc either.
its more than likley nerve damage or some kind of torn nerve on the xray the damaged part is at the end of his spine bone and you can see the part where he means as its sepereated more than the other spinal bones. he said he dont know whats caused it?
the only way is to find out 100% that its anything else is for the mri scan but after today we are not putting him though any kind of anthesectic again he is still fast sleep and they said its because of his age he can take longer to recover. he still cant stand up

iam glad we know what it is now and how to go forward.
its just a case of giving him the painkillers along with some hydrotherpy and phiso and enjoying what time hes got left with us

i have tried to explain it best i can thanks for all your surpport eveyone ill keep you posted on how hes doing.kelly.x

Dieselsmummy · by Dieselsmummy on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 17:28

Gosh Kelly you must feel so confused! To be told he has arthritis and now to be told he hasnt.
Only to be told it could be nerve damage!
I bet you are just glad that he is back home with you where you can give him plenty of TLC.

Personally I think you are making the right decision not putting Oscar through another GA due to his age. I know when Diesel had his MRI- we were please to find out what had happened to him but they were only 85% sure of the diagnosis, so we did feel really guilty for putting him through all of that only to be told an 85% diagnosis.

Did the vet say what his prognosis could be after the physio?

I know you will, but just make sure you give him lots of extra cuddles and kisses, all you can do is make him as comfortable as possible. It took Diesel about 5 days to really get over the GA- it knocked him for six!

Poor fella.
Big hugs to you all and thanks for the update. I have just come in from work and the first thing I did was log on to see how Oscar got on.
I think he has quite a fanbase on the website now. Lets hope the pain management and physio will help him feel better.
Please keep us updated on his progress.
Big hugs Diesel and Jacqui x

**watts1974** · by **watts1974** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 17:30

I hope the pain management helps

**Oxide** · by **Oxide** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 18:01

I hope the treatment helps him recover at least some mobility! Good luck!!

**staffie2** · by **staffie2** on Tue 27 Oct 2009, 18:49

not a happy chappy hes still asleep molly keeps going over and sniffing him to check hes ok.