Nutmeg is on gabapentin (100 mg twice a day) and it really does make a difference - by which I mean, when she WASN'T on it, she was markedly worse, but it's hard to tell when she IS on it, because it's quite subtle ... if that makes sense? She takes it for mysterious pain/nerve damage/who knows what...

I'm so sorry to read this, especially so late. It's so hard to see them decline like this, and I'm dreading the decisions I know I will have to make in the (near?) future with my guys. I'm sure you have Caesar's best interests at heart, and you are clearly very perceptive of his behaviour and moods....

OMG, I can't handle it! She is so adorable!

How steep and wide are the five stairs? Would it be possible to build ramps for her to use? We always joke about getting a stairlift for Becky :lol: She's still pretty spry and we have like 13 stairs to get to the main living area of our house. She takes her time and seems okay. She pulled a muscle ...

Gabapentin can help with pain (esp. if used as adjunct w/NSAIDs) but also contributes to grogginess a bit, so it can sometimes seem like they're actually more wobbly/less active in some cases—which sure can make it difficult to tell if their mobility is improving or not. :) Have you tried traction ...

I saw Benson's video on FB, and I can see that he just doesn't seem right, especially right after getting up. Poor little guy :( Just going to chime in on laser treatment! Nutmeg got laser treatments as part of her TPLO "package" last year, and I really think it helped her heal up well. He...

I wouldn't say I hate trialing, but I've come to find it so draining on my time... and I'm just not a competitive person. Nutmeg has retired from agility, but Spratty and I still do a weekly class, which we both really enjoy. Once in a while I'll enter a fun match or trial, but I just find it eats u...

Wow - that is an incredible story! I'm glad it worked out for everyone!

You can also try oatmeal in place of rice. I find it firms things up a bit better. Can you get a hold of "Acute Care" - we call it butt paste at our house. It comes in a massive syringe and can be added to food. That, in combination with metro, seems to work pretty well. I made a "tum...

She looks so nice! My sister has a border terrier (sweet little dog) but they've let her go "au natural" and she looked like a toilet brush

This is so exciting! I just want to squish all those little pupper bellies! I love the tree themed names.

What a great memorial to a fabulous little dog I'm so sorry she's gone.

I'm so sorry

So true. I sometimes catch myself talking to P in a schwoompy doggie voice while I'm also discussing matters with the houndlings

That's a brilliant photo

Oh Jen, I've been so sad all day since seeing the news on fb. I haven't been on ODO in far too long, but I wanted to log in and send my condolences. I had such fun with you and Roscoe those two times, and he was such a lovely, good boy. I know you'll hold your memories close to your heart.

I am very excited to try this for the first time today! Becky has to have some work done on her gums (she is a little defective and thus expensive) and the vet is going to write me a scrip for the pain meds so I can buy it from my local Shoppers Drugmart!

Wait. WUT. I *never* thought about calling in an Rx to a pharmacy! Is it normal for pharmacies to carry veterinary meds?

I love my vet, but they are very pricey! And, since I'm putting their kids through university anyway, maybe I should try this...

Mind: blown :P

Awww, congratulations and welcome home, sweet Shiloh!

I bought a house for my dogs. They have their own suite downstairs. :lol: Fiance and I frequently worry that we *are about to run out of treats* so the house is stocked to the brim with at least two massive bags of Charlie Bears... just in case :rolleyes: And we HAVE to bring the crew to the pet sho...

So... we're now a household of three hounds! We're technically fostering Becky until next week, when she goes back to the shelter for a vet check. After that, assuming everything is okay, she's ours :D She is such a sweetie. She's pretty mellow, but LOVES going outside. There have been a few struggl...

We got approved! :D Not sure when we can pick her up as she is recuperating from bladder stone surgery, but hopefully soon :love: I AM SO EXCITED!!! Amanda, her leg is a little shonky, but she walks with no problems on it. It's just... penguinny? I guess? :lol: She is actually quite leggy for a Bass...

That's amazing, Katie! I only ever see labs here as guide dogs, but I know that GSDs and dobes were also at one time used. You should be rightfully proud of your and your dogs' contributions

Wow - that is awesome! I hope you both have an amazing time

Oh yay! Nosework is SO much fun. I'm sure he was in his element

It's been WAAAAY too long since I've been on ODO, and I miss everyone! :D I try to read when I can but don't always make time to post. Anyway. Some news :grin: The fiance and I saw online, visited in person, and promptly fell in love with a 10 year old Basset at a local animal control facility :grin...

That's wonderful news! Are these specific types of guide dogs (for blind people)? I've never seen or heard of collies for this role, but I think they would be a great choice provided the temperament is just right

Awwww, I love sleepy hounds Oliver looks like he had a ton of fun!

What a perfect situation! Lucky Wrangler!

I'm so sad to read this, Connie. Mike was such a blessing in your life, and you in his.