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Hello
Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. Nicholas |
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On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 19:59:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley"
, clicked their heels and said: Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. Ther are a number of products to use as a sling and assist a dog without use of hind legs. Here's one: http://www.walkaboutharnesses.com/ I had an elderly lab here who needed help. A regular harness allowed me to help him like carrying a suitcase, and get him out the door easily. A large towel can be used as a sling under the dog's belly as well. Is he taking any medication? What does your vet say? Is he confined to a certain area of the house? Have to deal with stairs? slippery flooring? -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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Thanks for the information - that might be useful. He's not on medication - he's got arthritis in his legs - been gradually getting worse over the past year. Unfortunately the vet said there wasn't much that could be done about it. At the moment he just lays in the sitting room - cant manage stairs now, Nicholas "Janet B" wrote in message ... On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 19:59:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley" , clicked their heels and said: Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. Ther are a number of products to use as a sling and assist a dog without use of hind legs. Here's one: http://www.walkaboutharnesses.com/ I had an elderly lab here who needed help. A regular harness allowed me to help him like carrying a suitcase, and get him out the door easily. A large towel can be used as a sling under the dog's belly as well. Is he taking any medication? What does your vet say? Is he confined to a certain area of the house? Have to deal with stairs? slippery flooring? -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 20:19:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley"
, clicked their heels and said: He's not on medication - he's got arthritis in his legs - been gradually getting worse over the past year. Unfortunately the vet said there wasn't much that could be done about it. You should see a different vet. There are a lot of things that may help and some, dramatically so. -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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Janet B said in
rec.pets.dogs.health: He's not on medication - he's got arthritis in his legs - been gradually getting worse over the past year. Unfortunately the vet said there wasn't much that could be done about it. You should see a different vet. There are a lot of things that may help and some, dramatically so. Yes, and even if it's just pain management, there are ways of making a dog's last few days/months so much more comfortable. -- --Matt. Rocky's a Dog. |
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"Nicholas Kingsley" wrote in message: He's not on medication - he's got arthritis in his legs - been gradually getting worse over the past year. Unfortunately the vet said there wasn't much that could be done about it. How old is your dog? Your vet is wrong about there being nothing you can do about your dog's arthritis. Even if it won't get him his mobility back, there are things you can do to make him more comfortable in his old age. Suja |
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On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 19:59:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley"
wrote: Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. I'll be the devil's advocate and say that there almost always options. Unless your vet knows something we don't know, there is probably some option remaining for your dog. I've always thought those walk about devices, like strap-on training wheels, were truly marvelous--as long as there aren't too many other health issues! Otherwise, veterinary technology can enable us to keep our dogs around, long after the dog wants to be here. I believe knowing when to part with them is just as important as knowing the treatment options. Please, let us know what works for you and your dog, because many others face this dilemma. Best wishes. ___________________ A dog's life is too short; their only fault really. |
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I've ordered a rear leg straps & some Cosequin, so hopefully they'll work.
Nicholas "Michael A. Ball" wrote in message news On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 19:59:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley" wrote: Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. I'll be the devil's advocate and say that there almost always options. Unless your vet knows something we don't know, there is probably some option remaining for your dog. I've always thought those walk about devices, like strap-on training wheels, were truly marvelous--as long as there aren't too many other health issues! Otherwise, veterinary technology can enable us to keep our dogs around, long after the dog wants to be here. I believe knowing when to part with them is just as important as knowing the treatment options. Please, let us know what works for you and your dog, because many others face this dilemma. Best wishes. ___________________ A dog's life is too short; their only fault really. |
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If he has arthritis have you tried any of the arthitis drugs made
specificaly for dogs. I had a lab/mix who has severe arthritis and he got around just fine the last 5 years of his life due to these medications. There is no need to let him suffer in pain when there are drugs out there that can help him. I currently have a beagle mix who has arthritis and I have him on Rimadyl. When he doesn't get him medications he can't go up and down steps. When he is on it he bounces up and down them like there is nothing wrong. If the arthrtis is bad enough that he can't get up anymore then the cosequin and all the supplements in the world are not going to do **** for him. He needs on prescription pain medication made for dogs. Either get him on pain medications or give him peace and let him go. Living in pain is not way the way a dog should spend his last years of life. Celeste Celeste "Nicholas Kingsley" wrote in message ... Hello Thanks for the information - that might be useful. He's not on medication - he's got arthritis in his legs - been gradually getting worse over the past year. Unfortunately the vet said there wasn't much that could be done about it. At the moment he just lays in the sitting room - cant manage stairs now, Nicholas "Janet B" wrote in message ... On Thu, 26 Oct 2006 19:59:01 +0100, "Nicholas Kingsley" , clicked their heels and said: Our Red Setter cross-breed has unfortunately has now almost totally lost the use of his back legs, which means walking is no longer possible - which also means there are toilet problems every so often... Anyway, is there any way of increasing his mobility so that he can at least visit the backdoor ? He's unfortunately too large to lift, unless there's something availiable to help. Ther are a number of products to use as a sling and assist a dog without use of hind legs. Here's one: http://www.walkaboutharnesses.com/ I had an elderly lab here who needed help. A regular harness allowed me to help him like carrying a suitcase, and get him out the door easily. A large towel can be used as a sling under the dog's belly as well. Is he taking any medication? What does your vet say? Is he confined to a certain area of the house? Have to deal with stairs? slippery flooring? -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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