Look at these hips - Page 72

How you say, you're beating a dead mule?

You are beating a dead mule.

Since Kaiser's elbows have cleared, his surgery date is set for 1/26/12. Until then we are working on building up his muscles in his hindend so he will have an easier time post-op. He's doing very well right now given the circumstances. Hydrotherapy is a little over $550 for 10 sessions, but apparently they need to give him a $150 exam before he can start, which I feel is bogus, but whatever. I'm looking at 2 sessions a week so he's good for before & after surgery therapy. If anyone has any other ideas on how to build muscle in his hindend please let me know. His surgery estimate is anywhere between $725-925 per hip and most likely will end up somewhere in the middle. The vet is going to give me some sample Previcox if I feel he needs it to control pain. I did pay off his Wells Fargo Health Advantage account which I used for his dental so I will be using that account to pay for his FHOs. If anyone still wishes to donate here is the clinic information:

Briarcrest Veterinary Care Center
7313 E. Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, Az  85715
520-298-4123
M-F 8am-6pm MST
Sat 8am-1pm MST

Just let the receptionist know you would like to put a credit on Christine Kim's account (Client ID 1914) via credit/debit card over the phone. If you prefer
paypal or some other method please PM me instead. Most importantly though, please wish Kaiser luck on his surgery! :)

Chrissy

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I'm keeping my fingers crossed for him and I'm glad you have the surgery sheduled.  Thanks for posting the information for the vet. Give him a biscuit for me.

Jim

He gets too many biscuits lately, but I guess one more wont hurt lol. He sure won't complain. ;)

Ok, lets keep him thin.  How about a "ggod boy" and a big hug. 

plain rice cakes = low calorie substitute for dog biscuits

Super news Chrissy!
We will get a donation off to your vet clinic in the next couple days.

With hydro therapy, have you tried to find an equine pool to use?
That might work out to be cheaper, and more practical.
Walking in sand or plowed dirt is low impact as well,
and could be done in moderation.
Once again, a good source for freshly plowed dirt is horse farms with riding arenas.

I assume you likely went to a "Canine Physical Therapy" place for hydro,
and yes, they tend to be VERY pricey!