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the_maine_pitbull Member  Posts: 320 |
posted 11-02-2003 09:27 PM
 
Hi everyone, it is so great that Auspet is back! I MISSED YOU ALL!! My reason for posting is becuas eI have a friend who has a 168 pound Rottweiler (Boe) who has hip dysplasia (sp?) and cancer. Boe is only seven, however despite his condition he is very happy and healthy. The famly does not feel it is time to let him go yet and Boe's only serious problem is that he is in pain from carrying his weight with hip problems. He also shakes and seems to have a hard time walking. The question I am looking for answers or help with is, does any one know of any medications that they could ask their vet about for him and also, do they make doggy wheelchairs for dogs that size? Boe would be relieved of a lot of pain if he did not have to carry the weight on those aching hips. If anyone has any advice besides putting him down-- or know of any sites or anything, please let me know so that I can pass it on to them. For the love of Boe, please help us find somethign to help him more comfortable in the last mile of his life. Thank You In Advance, IP: Logged |
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Maisey Member Posts: 1387 |
posted 11-02-2003 11:42 PM
Angie, I don't know alot about Rotty's but is he overweight? Making sure he stays slim will help take some of the pressure off. I was just reading the Flyball forum about this topic...they were discussing hip replacements, it was very interesting. Several people had dogs who had the hip replacements and were now competing with their dogs. They said the dog was a completely different dog. I don't know what the life span is for a Rotty...but it may be worth looking into. I am not sure about meds, if he is in that much pain, I would think the vet would prescibe a pain killer. MSM, Chrondroitin and Glucosamine are all good supplements for joints, i take them for my back. Try to find a dog product that has all three. I do know of a site that makes doggy wheel chairs...I'll look for the link and post it. IP: Logged |
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Maisey Member Posts: 1387 |
posted 11-02-2003 11:46 PM
Here it is.... http://www.wheelchairsfordogs.com/ IP: Logged |
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Maisey Member Posts: 1387 |
posted 11-03-2003 12:02 AM
I did a search and found these! http://www.animalrehab.on.ca/index.asp?tag=wheelchairs This one looked like it might have links to holistic type solutions and if you scroll down to the section titled Senior and Mobility Impaired Dogs, there were links to sites for wheelchairs. http://www.cybercanine.com/links.htm
I'm not sure that the dog would use the wheelchair if he still has feeling or use of his legs but it's something to look into and that last link is a disabilities forum related to dogs, they may have more advice. [This message has been edited by Maisey (edited 11-03-2003).] IP: Logged |
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puttin510 Member Posts: 1179 |
posted 11-03-2003 04:05 PM
The pain is still going to be there if the joint is not stablized. As you must know hip dis. is where the joint is not holding properly.And is digging into the bones around the joint. Dogs are supposed to have a high pain tolerance so if he shaking now, it must hurt extremely bad. I won't say anything else because in my veiw this dog needs help, surgery. I'm sorry that your friends dog is in such pain. IP: Logged |
RottyMommy Moderator Posts: 480 |
posted 11-03-2003 10:24 PM
My first suggestion would be to tell them to put their dog on a diet. A rotty should not be that big the max for a male rotty should be around 115 pounds. I would first suggest getting some of the weight off the dog. Solid Gold Holistic Blend is a great choice for doing that. Secondly arnica may be something to give a shot. It is all natural and you can get it at most health food stores. It reduces pain from muscles and bones. Just a thought. As far as wheelchairs for dogs go yes they do make them for dogs that big. But I can pretty much guarantee the first step needs to be for the dog to lose weight of the comfort of the dog. Secondly as long as the dog is using its legs wheelchairs dont work well. Hope some of this helps. I own 2 rottweilers so I am aware of their issues. Also Cancer is the leading cause for rottweilers deaths. ANd hip dysplasia is very common in rottweilers and large breeds in general IP: Logged |
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the_maine_pitbull Member Posts: 320 |
posted 11-05-2003 12:43 AM
The dog is not fat at all, he is a little thin looking really. He is a Rotty mix, very tall guy. He tries to keep himself on his feet but he is shaking a lot. I find he enjoys the warm water baths and massages. I went to her home for two day sto care for the pets and tried that on him and he seemed to feel much better, more relaxed. Thank you so much for all of the info. They are looking into all that has been suggested. Angie IP: Logged |
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MaydaysMom Member Posts: 260 |
posted 11-05-2003 11:57 AM
I feel their pain. I have an extremely thin english setter and he has horrible hip dishpagia and arthritis. Right now we give him doggy asprin, rimadyl, and cosequin. It takes almost up to a month for cosequin (glucosomine, chondritin) to work but I could see an difference. Try talking to a doctor who spcecializes in holistic treatment. Maybe acupuncture might help. Make sure to take him on small walks daily. Not enough excersize will atrophy the muscels and too much will inflame the joints. Pretty much the only way to really fix this ailment is a hip replacement. Sadly my poor baby has CHF and will not be able to benefit from this surgery. I wish your rottie friend the best of luck. IP: Logged |
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