Prayers for Hanky

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Originally Posted by smurfalicious

Awwwwh! He's so kyoot! Is he a blue heeler/mix? I love heelers, had a blue heeler/springer spaniel growing up that was a total nut case but we loved her.

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yes, indeed - Augzilla is a blue heeler mix. We think the other half if Corgi (the kind with the tail) because he's rather low-slung. And he says "I love you" to his dog friends the same way Hanky does - unless their either a) puppies or b) very small dogs, in which case he lets them chew on HIM. It's really sweet to watch.

Good luck with the drug rep, I hope they cough up. Wish we could get rimadyl freebies. Our older dog Oliver (a keeshond) has arthritic knees and gets rimadyl daily. Speaking of, he has a hug for you:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b7...D480/ry%3D320/


Glad to hear Hank seems more comfortable!

I'm just catching up with this event--been off the forums for a while. Cocoa and I are thinking strong, healing thoughts for Hank and you. I don't know what I wouldn't do to get the Coke-meister better if it became necessary. Hang in there!

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Originally Posted by BethG

Good luck with the drug rep, I hope they cough up. Wish we could get rimadyl freebies. Our older dog Oliver (a keeshond) has arthritic knees and gets rimadyl daily. Speaking of, he has a hug for you:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b7...D480/ry%3D320/


Glad to hear Hank seems more comfortable!

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Threadjack- I love your Keeshie! I had a Keeshond/German Shepherd mix growing up named Blackie Bear, best dog ever. No dog has lived up to him yet and probably never will. We got him shortly after I turned 1 and he lived 12 years.

Smurf, I'm so sorry your boy is not feeling very well. Niki sends a kiss and we will keep you near in thought.

Who's the interactive chew toy that Hank is playing with? :D

Smurf- Any updates?

Harley and Efan want to know how Hank is doing?

Sorry guys, life has been nuts and I got caught in a vicious cycle of work/sleep/work and nothing else. Thanks to all your healing energy Hank is doing AMAZING!!! His back is totally normal looking and seems to think he needs to chase squirrels. He's still getting both pain meds and sedatives but I had to bump the ace way up because he's "pushing past" it. The vet said at this point he would seem a lot better but still need to stay quiet.

So good to see him returning to his normal Hank the Couchdog self. His appetite is coming back but the kindly Merrick sales rep is sending me free case coupons too so that will help out.

Now onto the business of paying mom back, ugh!

I'm just reading this, and am so glad to hear that he is doing better. I hope he continues to heal and do better.

My thoughts and prayers are still with you, for his complete healing and your peace of mind.

Great news Smurf!! I'm so happy Hank is doing better.

keeping the karma-meter pegged... thanks for the update.

oh, yay! The butterflies are doing cartwheels and somersaults, they are so happy for Hank and you! And they are even more healing when they are happy! Keep us posted,
Hugs, too
~T~

Great to hear! Give Hank a scritch for me and tell him to take it easy. :D

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Originally Posted by nancielle

Who's the interactive chew toy that Hank is playing with? :D

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Ha ha! That is absolutely priceless! I think when people ask at the store for interactive toys I'll tell them they are available at the humane society!

The chew toy is Lucky, she's a terrier mutt I got at the pound a few years before Hank. I went in looking for a Hank type dog, and all they had was a border collie puppy that was abused. We spent about half an hour trying to catch her in the kennel, and all the while Lucky was watching and following us in the next kennel as if to say, "Hey! Pick me!" Turns out she was there nearly three months and we hit it off immediately. She is totally defiant but I love her to bits.

Anyway, more good news from today. I was manning our booth at the Boulder Home Town Fair and we were right next to a chiropractor. He does laser treatment and yes, he works on dogs. He's running a special right now for $50 off the first visit so Hank is getting adjusted and lasered for $25!!! Hurray! Everything, everything, everything for a reason!

I'm so glad to hear he's doing better! Fate is interesting, isn't it? I'm happy to hear Hank will be getting some reduced cost laser treatments!! He looks so much Jimmy who sends big sloppy puppy kisses for fast healing...

Here's my boy while out hiking with us. I cannot even imagine how you felt when this happened - I would have been beside myself...

http://pic20.picturetrail.com:80/VOL.../316876837.jpg

Harley says that Hank is welcome to come on over and have a shot of JD with him. Says that will fix what ails him... ;) !

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...yjdbottle2.jpg

Glad to hear Hank is doing much better! Hope the chiropractor can help him even more.

And tell Harley to watch the JD intake, the morning after is no fun. A wee nip for medicinal purposes only...

You mean like this??

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...eyjdbottle.jpg

'Cuda and Diva are sending lots of happy doggies hugs and kisses (yes, they do hug, too), and I"m sending butterflies and scratches.....

So glad you're finding some alternatives and that Hank is doing better. Life has a way of turning out.....

What's happening with your job?

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

Smurf: Just came off 3 nights work and found this thread. I'm sorry for what you and Hank had to go through. But am so glad things are going better! I agree with the pain control need in these guys. Also, if this ever occurs again, muscle relaxers can be a nice combo with pain meds to help them relax (you mentioned he was "hunched up" -- this helps them relax).

Fate is funny -- glad you found a way to get some treatments for him that are affordable and may help him. I have no experience with the laser treatments for this -- it's kind of new to our profession. Would love to hear your thoughts if you take him for the treatments.

Here's to Hank frolicking freely again soon! (OK.. not TOO soon!);)
Jes

Awesome news! Ruthie raises a glass in honor of Hank.

you got em. :)

Glad to hear Hanky is doing better.

Chloe sends a scratch behind the ears...and one for Lucky too. :D

LOL, is it me or do we have a lot of alcoholic pets here? :D

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Originally Posted by LoriO

LOL, is it me or do we have a lot of alcoholic pets here? :D

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Nah, my Chloe is a drug addict --- Rimadyl is her drug of choice, but she has to settle for glucosamine.

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Originally Posted by LoriO

LOL, is it me or do we have a lot of alcoholic pets here? :D

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I try to limit her intake to once a week:p

When I was a teenager, we lived in Tucson, and had the obligitory pool in the back yard. Our dog, a schnauzer, would chase us from the side, back and forth as we'd swim laps. So Dad comes home, pops a beer, leaves it at one end, dives in to cool off, and begins to swim laps. Dog starts chasing him. At some point the dog knocks over the beer. BEER! And laps it up.

Next day, Dad does the same thing. Leaves open can of beer at one end. Begins to swim laps.... dog starts chasing him, then midway, does a quick reverse, runs over and knocks over and helps himself to the beer.

Dog with hangover is not a pretty sight. But he repeated this new trick until Dad learned his errant hand was not knocking over the beer, but his beloved dog! The rest of us thought it was hysterical.

Back to Hank.... How's the treatment going? Is he feeling better? Nala sends good cheer.

Hank is doing awesome! A little too good if you ask me!!! I totally scored while working out booth at the Home Town Fair and got him laser/chiro treatment from the booth next us for $25!!!

I'm going to run the course of pain pills just to be safe but otherwise he's the same old goofball! He wants to chase squirrels and generally by an Aussie.

It feel so good to have my boy back! Now if I can get mom paid off so I can pine for a new bike!!!

Oh that's great news! I'm so glad for you both!

that is great that Hank is doing better. YOu just can't slow those Aussies down

Smurf: I am fairly new here and did not see your post until tonight - glad that your Hank is doing better! We have an adorable little Corgi (Darcy) that we have had since she was 8 weeks old. When she was 3, her symptoms were the same as Hanks- she went down suddenly and was in excruciating pain and could not walk. Unfortunately x-rays revealed a ruptured disc in her back. We had a very expensive emergency surgery to relieve the pressure against her spinal cord (she was paralyzed). Then began extensive rehab treatments - including lazer, water treadmill, electro-acupuncture - everything that there was - for 3 years. She has never regained her ability to walk - apparently the spinal cord was permanently scarred. She does have complete feeling everywhere - no paralysis and is so spunky and full of life!! One thing about disabled dogs - they do not realize that they are disabled. We help Darcy get around, have a wonderful vet who takes excellent care of her and she will soon have her custom made K9 cart to get around better. I can tell you that it is a blessing to have your pup up and walking again - much hugs to you and continued prayers for his recovery!!