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by Nans gsd on 28 March 2013 - 19:03
Well I would hope that arthritis shows up on an x-ray; but you mentioned you pulled the hip outward before she reacted which is a very unusual position for the hip to be placed; hope that was it. I also use gentle message for my old girl right on the joint, pretty firm in a circular motion then do some strengthening exercises with her, pick up one foot and hold in upward position for several seconds, then another foot, front and rear feet. Message spinal area towards rear also. All seems to help loosen things up. Starrchar gave me some physical therapy exercises for dogs which has really helped. Please keep us posted. And I would give her rest until her appointment. Good luck Nan
by Abhay on 28 March 2013 - 20:03
Get her on some Ester-C 250mg, and call me in the morning.
by beetree on 29 March 2013 - 18:03
Let's hope you went and had all tick diseases ruled out. I know. I am a broken record on this... but it has been the culprit so many times.... because it isn't supposed to be "here"!!!!!
by fawndallas on 29 March 2013 - 19:03
Well, it is mild HD with a bone spur in right hip. Not the best of news, but it could be so much worse. I have some joint stuff to give her here on out that has been shown to restore joint fluid. Not much more we can do, but treat symptoms and keep her in shape.
by Nans gsd on 29 March 2013 - 21:03
great news fawn sounds like that can be managed. Nan
by Ryanhaus on 30 March 2013 - 07:03
fawndallas, is it possible to post her x-ray?....
Do you plan on sending the x-ray off to OFA?
There are so many worse things a GSD can have, least you know now and can continue to exercise her and keep her thin,
swimming is by far the best exercise for your dog!
Do you plan on sending the x-ray off to OFA?
There are so many worse things a GSD can have, least you know now and can continue to exercise her and keep her thin,
swimming is by far the best exercise for your dog!
by Hundmutter on 30 March 2013 - 10:03
Sorry to hear that result but as others have said, it could have been
worse. Keep the dog's weight down and the muscle strength up,
and you should get many years out of her yet ! Give her a hug from
the Board ?
worse. Keep the dog's weight down and the muscle strength up,
and you should get many years out of her yet ! Give her a hug from
the Board ?
by fawndallas on 30 March 2013 - 14:03
I will try to post the x-rays next week. No, they will not go to OFA, as she is now fixed for other reasons. No since in spending the money.
by Bhaugh on 30 March 2013 - 14:03
Sorry to hear. It is always disappointing when we get that news.
by fawndallas on 01 April 2013 - 12:04
Here is are her x-rays.
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