Pray for Zoey please?-update (#66 and #76)

[Flatcoatluver]

I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I wish you remembered the name of the problem. It wasn't "Spinal Muscular Atrophy" was it? Should it be disc problems like Autumn has, then she'll live a fine life assuming you can control her energy and possibly use something to control her back movements. Did the vet give you something to give her for the pain?

Zoey has spinosplacia or spelled something like that. It is compared to a 16 year old overweight lab's back. "unstable back" The vet gave her some rimadyl. It seems to help her really well along with the glucosamene tablets.

Zoey had a much better day today. She is being the food pig like normal. Carrying her toy in her mouth everywhere she goes, and guarding us from monsters outside.

We also met with a 2, 3 in September year old sable sheltie with blue eyes yesterday. She will be a perfect fit in the family, it's just my mom doesn't like the age thing, because Zoey is 4, so close in age. At first she didn't really care for me or treats, but by the end of the night she was running with me, playing soccer, jumping, tunnels, and tables. I think she is perfect. But of course the whole family has to agree.

[Anita Cholaine]

Glad to know Zoey is feeling better today. {{{{hugs}}}}

[Kfamr]

I'm so sorry Bre. It must be such a bummer for the both of you. {{HUGS}}

[Karen]

I am so glad she was diagnosed, and now you can find out how to help her. And she can be a "just plain dog" but help you train a new agility star, and of course everyone who learns from you about the dangers of buying from an irresponsible breeder will also be helped by Zoey. And she'll always be Dog of your Heart! Is there anything like a brace or any kind of thing like that that will help her keep from further damaging her spine?

[Flatcoatluver]

I am so glad she was diagnosed, and now you can find out how to help her. And she can be a "just plain dog" but help you train a new agility star, and of course everyone who learns from you about the dangers of buying from an irresponsible breeder will also be helped by Zoey. And she'll always be Dog of your Heart! Is there anything like a brace or any kind of thing like that that will help her keep from further damaging her spine?

Thanks Karen,

That is a wonderful idea. I will have to contact my vet and see if there is something like this out there. Thanks.

[Zippy]

Oh my gosh.I am so sorry Bre.I will keep you and Zoey in my prayers.(((HUGS)))

[dukedogsmom]

I know how hard it is to have your special dog hurting. I'm so sorry. Please give her some lovin' from me, ok? I hope she has many happy years ahead. I'm glad you didn't know about byb because then, she might not have had a life with you. And don't forget that they make the harnesses for dogs. That way she could run all she wanted once she got used to it without damaging herself further. I hope there's better days ahead for you all.
Here's an example:
http://www.dogkarts.com/