Theres nothing worse tahn seeing one of our Companions in pain and its wonderful that Dustys getting her medicine into her system and that its helping some.
I am terrible with pills and usually ask the Vet to put into liquid form then at least I can wipe it on thier paws.
Although Bo Bo is wiping off the gel I am putting on her sores.
We wish you and Dusty all the best, and send prayers to you both.