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QuoteMy mom's dog had a successful front leg amputation a year ago. She has done well until the last month or so. She has developed arthritis in her remaining front leg. She has also started walking with her front leg turned in slightly. I suspect it is a position that might give her some relief from arthritis pain. She also appears to be carrying her chest lower in front.
She is on Tramadol for pain which was beneficial when she had stopped eating well. She was recently examined and her lungs are clear. YEAH!
Suggestions? She currently takes chondroitin and Transfer Factor Plus.
9:55 pm
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14 August 2009
OfflineWelcome! And congrats on 1 year and clear lungs! A year of no cancer is terrific!
What's your pups name? What kind of cancer did she have?
Arthritis is no fun. Is she on Rimadyl or something similar. That will help way better than tramadol. (arthritis is inflammation so an anti-imflammatory will really help. Tramadol just blocks the sensory of pain to the brain but doesn't help with inflammation.)
My dog is 12 and was born with a deformed front leg. She takes Rimadyl every day and has for a year and a half or so. It helps a lot! She's not really arthritic but her body has been thru so much by hopping 12 years and she also had both back knees go out when she was a little younger.
Let us know more about your fur baby!
Good luck!
Comet's mom
Comet - 1999 to 2011She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
First of all, congratulations on one cancer free year!!
Before we knew that Emily's cancer had moved to her spine we were treating her with Adequan shots. Ask your vet if these shots might be helpful to your Mom's dog. Also, some of our members have had good luck with acupuncture and massage.
Keep us informed.
Debra
9:12 am
25 August 2010
OfflineHello and a big congrats on 1 year cancer free!
Now, my vet says that the leg will turn in, to compensate for the body having to carry the weight on 1 front leg. That has already happened with my newfoundland mix. My vet recommended accupuncture, she says it really provided good relief for her dog that went through this, and that is something I plan to do for my boy too, once we get settled on his metronomics. I understand that accupunture visits run about maybe $50 for my dogs size. You would have to check it out for your area.
What kind of cancer did your dog have? what kind of dog? How old?
Much luck,
Elizabeth and Sammy
12:56 pm
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25 April 2007
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Thanks for asking, we're happy to hear your mom's pup is still cancer free – assuming that's what you meant by clear lungs. What's the dog's name?
Anyway,it is normal for a tripawd'sgait and stance to adjust after amputation to comensate for the weight shift. Is she only taking chondroitin for the arthritis? You might consider a stronger Glucosamine supplement like Dasuquin or Joint Max. We gave Jerry SynFlex Liquid Glucosamine, which we believed helped him when he developed hip issues after his amputation.
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1:41 pm
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28 November 2008
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Trouble does exactly what you are describing and has been hopping around cancer free for almost 26 months. She is on Rimadyl for the arthritis, fish oil, and glucosamine which has helped her quite a bit until recently. Her arthriis is progressing, and she is feeling the effects during the cold damp winter days. I have ordered Dasuquin for her to take the place of the glucosamine she is currently getting, and are hoping that will take her a bit further. There will be a point where we will add Adequan to the equation, but are hoping to get a few more months out of what we are currently doing. Keeping them on the lean side is paramount in keeping the mobile. Less weight is less stress on the remaining limb.
If I had the option of doing accupuncture, I would. The nearest place for pet accupuncture for us is 2 hours away.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.We honor our fellow November Five members who will always remain forever in my heart: Nova – the lone survivor, live proud and long; Spirits Max, Cherry, & Tika – who made half the journey with us and greeted Trouble at the Bridge
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