Yesterday was a very long day for us. Joey didn't get home until 6:30 p.m. I was so nervous with him being put under. In a nutshell, he has an infection that needs to be cleared up. He also has very bad arthritis due to his injury. The vet still needs to consult with a specialist, but he thinks surgery will be necessary. He said a plate will be put in Joey's foot and the bone will be fused. He said that would get rid of the pain and he will be able to run and play like a normal dog. We just have to wait and see what the specialist says before we proceed.
He is now on three medications and still needs the ice packs several times a day. I'm glad that I work from home because it makes caring for him so much easier.
Our greyhound group, Greyhound Companions of Missouri, is making sure that Joey gets the best possible care. We are extremely thankful for their help and their support. This would be a so much harder without them.
Patty
Mom to Scout and Joey (The Little Man)
Oh goodness! I had no idea it would be so serious. I'm glad Joey has you to take such good care of him! We've got our paws crossed on his behalf!
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Poor little guy. Give him some extra loving!
ReplyDeletePoor Joey! He is very lucky to have such loving and caring people to take care of him. Paws crossed for healing and him getting better so he can really enjoy his retirement.
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Ernie,Sasha,Chica,Lucas
Poor guy! I hope the infection clears up fast. That's too bad that he will probably need surgery, but I'm glad the prognosis looks good.
ReplyDeleteThank God Joey is in your care and in your heart - as well as Greyhound Companions of Missouri. They are a special group of people and have helped us love and live with our Angel Millie and now Wanda - what happens to these wonderful dogs while they are "working" is just wrong. Take care, Joey, you will be just fine and I am sure Scout is being a good big sister. Mary H.
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ReplyDeleteWe've been following the trials and tribulations of Joey's lameness closely. So glad y'all have a support group. Paws are crossed that he'll soon be able to run and play without pain!
Y'all come by now,
Hawk aka BrownDog
Oh my, pretty extensive. It is wonderful that the adoption group is behind you on this. That helps a lot, I am sure.
ReplyDeleteWe are pulling for you all where Joey is concerned and hope he does okay with everything.
Hopefully this will be all in his past after a few months and he will be fairly pain free. Fingers and paws crossed along with sending lot of prayers.
So glad Joey has a great family now and is getting the help he needs to live a full and happy life!
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