Please pray for Ben; update post 12

[Freedom]

Over the weekend, Ben lost all use of his rear, he couldn't stand at all. He was dragging himself using his front legs. He also became incontinent.

The vet was able to move his appt UP to today and Ben is currently at the vet for his xrays. Please pray that this is fixable.

[Alysser]

OMG poor baby :( I hope it is fixable! (((hugs))) to poor you and Ben, aww poor lil' man. If not, can't he become a special needs pet? I know plenty of dogs who live perfectly normal lives with those doggy wheelchairs. I do hope it's fixable but I'm sure you will make the best decision for Ben based on what they find, I hope it's nothing serious.

[cassiesmom]

Oh, Ben! Prayers and crossed paws and fingers for you, sweet boy. Your mom must have been so worried for you! (((HUGS)))

[lizbud]

Awww, poor little guy. I hope the Vet can help Ben.

[ChrisH]

Poor Ben. :( Prayers and positive thoughts on the way.

[K9karen]

Lots of prayers going out for sweet Ben. I sure hope the vet can help him. Poor baby boy. :(

[Daisy and Delilah]

You know all my thoughts and prayers are going out to RI, Sandie!! OMG!! I hope Ben will get better. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}:( :( :(

[lvpets2002]

:( Oh No Poor Wittle Ben.. Lots of Positive PT Vibes & Prayers & Huggss being sent.. Keep us updated..

[MonicanHonda]

Aww, poor pup. That's what I'm afraid is going to happen to Honda one day. I hope everything turns out okay. Best wishes for him.

[Randi]

Oh poor Ben. :( I hope the vet can do something to help him.

I'm sending positive thoughts - and hugs!

[pomtzu]

Oh no Sandie - I wasn't expecting to read anything like this. Prayers going out for Ben, and you too, Sandie. :love:

ETA: A candle burns in PetT for Ben's recovery.

[Freedom]

Ben has severe hip dysplasia. However nothing shows up to explain the rear being down. I pick him up shortly and tomorrow first thing in the morning he has an appt with an orthopedic surgeon to see about an FHO (femoral head ostomy) and tests for a bulging disc.

I will need to learn to manually express the bladder and rectum to this evening, at the least.

Thank you for ALL your well wishes and support.

[lvpets2002]

:love: Well at least the baby will be at home.. Can the Vet help you with the Bladder & Poop Department?? I have done it with cats = but not with dogs.. I sure hope the baby is Not in Pain.. Did the Vet give him pain meds??

[pomtzu]

Give him a kiss on that cute little nose from me please.....:love:

Fingers and paws crossed that he is going to come thru this okay! :)

[Daisy and Delilah]

Bless you, Sandie. I swear you're an angel put here on earth to help these little babies. I am keeping the thoughts and prayers flowing your way for Ben and all of you. {{{{{MORE HUGS}}}}}

Feel better Little Guy!!!

[chocolatepuppy]

Oh no, poor Ben. Prayers headed his way.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Ben has severe hip dysplasia.

... first thing in the morning he has an appt with an orthopedic surgeon to see about
an FHO (femoral head ostomy) and tests for a bulging disc.

Ask the Vets if a pair of "Doggy Wheels" would help him.

Visit http://handicappedpets.com/
for some ideas and information on mobility aids.

[KYS]

Please let us know what the orthopedic says. Maybe home physical therapy for his back legs could possibly help.
Sending lots of thoughts and hugs your way for you and Ben.

[lute]

Poor Ben. I sure hope they can figure out what is wrong with him. Bless you for being such an angel for this little guy.

[cassiesmom]

Ben has severe hip dysplasia. However nothing shows up to explain the rear being down. I pick him up shortly and tomorrow first thing in the morning he has an appt with an orthopedic surgeon to see about an FHO (femoral head ostomy) and tests for a bulging disc.

I will need to learn to manually express the bladder and rectum to this evening, at the least.

Thank you for ALL your well wishes and support.

Oh, Ben! This is not what I wanted to read. Major hugs and prayers.

[lvpets2002]

:( Please everyone go to Dog Memorial.. Ben passed away yesterday & went to RB..
OH my, this doesn't sound good. Prayers going out for Ben and you.

[Karen]

His memorial thread is here. (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=150728)