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11:44 pm
7 June 2010
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QuoteHi all,
Well, to say that we're exhausted would be an understatement.
Kona's been dealing with diareaha and a mostly non functioning back half for a couple weeks.
Kona got checked out by a neuro doc too, and they figure pinched nerves or disc issue…suggested bed rest for 2-4 weeks of containment with her tramadol and prednosone.
Ok, so it's almost been two weeks……………little change……..we had to get multiple meds added to help cure the poop issues…that's getting better slowly, but better!
Today, we were so LUCKY that our dear friends got their chiropractor (who's also helped many animals over the years…)
anyway, of course they aren't supposed to do this, so it's on the 'down low'….anyway, they treated Kona today at our house and she had 6 areas that were out on her spine !
She felt better immediately! She let out this big sigh.
We have already noticed little bits of movement on her tail and back (remaining) leg !!!
We now really feel that this is going to be so GOOD !
Thankfully, they agreed to do more treatments on our Kona. We feel so fortunate.
Will keep you all posted.
Please hold the good thoughts for our girl.
Thanks everyone
12:00 am
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14 August 2009
OfflineThat's so wonderful to hear! I hope for better improvement soon! Pinched nerves caused from a herniated disc are incredibly painful speaking from a personal experience.
When Comet had her neck disc issue (infection or blown disc – never did find out) – I took a heating pad with a wet cloth and made her lay under it for an hour. I put folded towels over the pad to put weight on it to stay in place. I also put a fan on her so she didn't get hot. She felt so much better and loved doing it. It may be worth a try to relieve some of spasms.
Hoping for better days ahead for Kona Kai!
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.
8:20 am
25 August 2010
OfflineYay for Kona Kai! That is great news 
8:26 am
28 September 2009
OfflineOh great news for Kona Kai! So glad She is feeling better.
Jo Ann & Tasha
9:02 am
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28 November 2008
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Excellent news! It is amazing how they benefit so much from the same treatments that humans do. They may look different, but the mechanics of their little bodies aren't that different. Sending good thoughts that Kona will get better every day.
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
http://k9cancer.org – a canine cancer support community
As for diarhhea, Rene posted a topic in the health blog about how to help with the runny poo problem!!! There is a product called Edible Green Calcium Montmorrillonite Clay that helps harden stool. You can buy this online if your vet doesn't have something he/she can prescribe. This is a link to an example of prescription clay. If you need it asap, you can look at your local nutrition store, but make sure that it is the edible kind (of course!).
For more information on edible clay click here.
Glad to hear the chiro sessions are helping! We are hoping the best for Kona!
-Chloe's mom
12:05 pm
14 March 2010
OfflineI'm so happy for you and KonaKai! I started reading and was worried because that's what happened to my Ruthie but we were not so lucky. Horray for the chiropractor! Buy him/her an ice cream cone…
Pat, Angel Ruthie & puppy Tess
2:20 pm
28 October 2010
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Great news! Good for you both!
4:11 pm
8 December 2009
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That is WONDERFUL news!!! I love to read about alternative treatments working for our pups! Yay!!!! Glad you got a human chiro. to work on Kona! That's great!
Tracy, Maggie's Mom
maggie.tripawds.com
"It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get back up." ~ Vince Lombardi
5:26 pm
2 November 2009
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Great news about Kona! You must be so relieved. It's amazing how alternative types of treatments can work so well vs. traditional medicine. We will continue to keep her in our thoughts and prayers and hope that she is now on the road to recovery and feeling better every day. Great update! 
Kami, Mackenzie and Kobe
6:56 pm
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18 October 2009
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I'm glad to hear Kona (and you) got some relief. I know you are exhausted, but I hope you find some strength and peace in knowing you are doing everything you can for your girl.
I hope there is continued improvement.
Karen and the pugapalooza
7:01 pm
Team Tripawds
25 April 2007
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Oh that is wonderful! I have been thinking about your pack and really hoping things were getting better. I am such an advocate for alternative medicine, just shows to go ya that can do wonders! Yeaaaaaaay!!!!! Hoppy Dance!!!!
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