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Heidi and Titan
Sorry to hear about your seroma problems and also about the vet, it's so important to have confidence in your vet when facing such extreme difficulties as you are, thank goodness for this site and the abilities to bounce with others in the same situation. I would have been a basket case (well a worse basket case than I am).
Sending you lots of positive thoughts
Annie and Butch
Titan said:
He has been walking on his back legs like he is a little drunk. So I am hoping that will get better as well.
Radar did this as well after he pulled a tendon in the rear leg. Titan may be sore in the rear while adjusting to carry his weight in a different way. We found with Radar that there was a fine balance between resting the rear legs and him getting exercise to make them stronger. Titan will let you know when he's tired. Keep walks short while those legs get stronger.
Hang in there Titan - you're doing great!
Hugs and Scruffles
Connie & Radar
Titan said:
Next we have to order the harness. I saw the ruffwear master harness
Titan, I'm so glad to hear that you gobbled up the eggs!
The Ruffwear Harness that you saw is the old style that Ruffwear has discontinued. It's a closeout model, and also doesn't include shipping in the price, which is the reason why it's so much less.
While the old one was a good harness to begin with, the new one is a lot more secure and stays put better. The new one is also made with a special fur-resistant fabric so it doesn't get all hairy.
We would be hoppy to send you the old model at that price if you're interested (as long as they're still in stock), plus shipping, if you still want it. Just let us know!
xoxo
Jerry
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I would rather go with the newer one. I knew it looked different I just couldn't figure out what by the description. Thanks Jerry.
Connie I am relieved that Radar did the same thing "walking drunk" I know just a little more time things will look even better.
Does anyone know maybe a good website to look at vets? I am still thinking after all this we will eventually switch vets. I have asked around but everyone uses someone different
Heidi and Titan
Unfortunately websites aren't really going to give you any real info about how good a vet is. Talk to other dog owners in your area about who they go to and ask about their experiences, especially about emergencies and if a vet will spend as much time as your dog needs regardless of their schedule. You may want to check with your breed's club and see if there are any breeders in your area. They could refer you to vets familiar with your breed and believe me they will tell it like it is when it comes to quality of care.
When you first visit a new vet, don't be afraid to ask questions and to give your own ideas on things (after all you know your dog best). You will be able to tell by the responses if this vet is not only going to spend quality time with you and your dog but also whether or not they will take you seriously.
Good luck in your search. I've had a couple of nightmare vet visits and know what a blessing it is to have found a good one.
Titan said:
I would rather go with the newer one. I knew it looked different I just couldn’t figure out what by the description. Thanks Jerry.
So glad we could answer your questions! Also forgot to mention that the newer harness has reflective edging for night safety, which is really great.
Does anyone know maybe a good website to look at vets? I am still
thinking after all this we will eventually switch vets. I have asked
around but everyone uses someone differentHeidi and Titan
Agree with Connie. Good quality boarding kennels are also another great referral source.
Before you visit a potential vet, I suggest doing a "medical resume" of Titan. That way you have his history all right there in front of you at your get-to-know-you visit, so you can ask relevant questions and not forget anything.
We just came across this book, tag=agredacommunicat&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0345503201">Vet Confidential: An Insider's Guide to Protecting Your Pet's Health</a><img mce_tsrc="http://www.asso....." width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" />" target="_blank" title="Vet Confidential: A Consumer's Guide to Vet Care">"Vet Confidential: An Insider's Guide to Protecting Your Pet's Health," and are in the process of waiting for a review copy so we can tell you all more about it, but for now, we think it's worth a shot to check it out before you make a decision on a new vet. Good luck!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Thanks for the great info. We had a great day today so hopefully this is the start of a roll. That med we took him off must have been doing a number on him and his stomach. We go to the vet for a check up Tuesday. I tried to click on that book link on vets but it says 404 not found
Heidi and Titan
Titan was a little better today. Small steps but I am happy. We go to see the vet tomorrow to see when Titan can get the sutures out and there is still a little area where the seroma was that needs a little repair. That area is pretty dry so hopefully the fluid is done coming out. Thanks for all your support.
Heidi and Titan
P.S. Jerry I introduced my sister in law to your site. She is a dog trainer. Her response was what a gift this was for Titan and I to find. She thinks it is so great for owners to have this to go to for advice and support.
It's like someone put on a switch today. Titan has improved so much today. He seemed like his oldself. Next we need to train him on the dogramp someone bought him as a get well gift. He got most of his sutures out today. The spot that is still a little open is healing great. They left some of the sutures above that area and below that area in. We have to go back Friday to check in. I used hydrogen perioxide wipes to keep that area clear of infection. The vet said I did a great job caring for Titan since we had a few curve balls thrown at us.
Heidi and Titan
Oh yeay! So glad to hear this!
Hydrogen peroxide wipes...where did you find them? That's a great tip.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I found the wipes at Rite Aid. They are the Rite Aid brand. I checked it against the bottle of hydrogen peroxide and it is the same 3%. Titan met his daddy at the door tonight. He is doing SO much better. Thanks again for all your support. Do you sell dog ramps on here? The one Titan got for a gift was from dogramp.com they are reasonably priced. The one Titan got is for a Tahoe. It was already put together. It is two pieces that slide with a handle so it is easy to store and carry. I still can't get into that booklink it still says 404 not found
Heidi and Titam
Titan said:
Do you sell dog ramps on here?
We sure do! Thanks for asking. Check out the Health and Fitness section of our Tripawds Store for a couple different ramps.
But don't forget, you can get 10% off dog ramps, steps and other helpful pet products at Bella's Pain Relief! Just be sure to use the TRIPAWDS coupon code when you check out.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Titan is back to his micshievous self. My husband came down this am for work and who was snoring on the couch Titan. I put an ironing board on the couch today from one end to the other. Today was the first day he was left alone for more than a couple of hours and I wanted to make sure he didn't hurt himself while we weren't home. He hasn't been trying to get on the couch. Well I got home and that lil devil must have got on the couch and then pushed the ironing board off. It was upside down on the floor. I guess he wanted a challenge or really was determined to get on the couch. When I came in he was wagging his tail and looking at me like "what is there a problem did I do something." He ate and drake from his regular bowls that are in a stand elevated off the ground. He also went out to pee this am on his rope lead without me just supervising.
Heidi and Titan
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