Smokey, Phred's lil grey FurPup, needs PT Prayers for his bum knee

[Rachel]

Oh, Phred, I'm so sorry that our little Smokester is in such a difficult spot. It breaks my heart. But you must stop feeling guilty. Hindsight is 20/20. We all know what we coulda/shoulda done after the fact and sometimes the wave length by which our dogs communicate with us has some static in it.
Even given that, we don't know how much different or better the situation would be had we been more pro-active. Sometimes even that has ill effects. Hold your head up high knowing that you are one of the most concerned and caring Doggie Daddys out there, and if I ever died and came back as a dog, I'd be at your door, just like Cinder and Smokey were.

Please keep us advised on every little detail going on with our buddy boy. If this process gets *spensive*, you might want to drop a hint here too. In the mean time much pets, and special snacks for the little bugger. He has probably benefited (unlike some of the rest of us) by keeping his weight in the skinny category.

[lizbud]

I'm so sorry that Smokey has been having so much pain with his knee.
Althought I do know that a Luxating Patella never heals itself, some dogs
are able to get along without surgery for a long time & not show any bad
effects from it.

The surgery is expensive, as it is with hip displasia, but it can also work
wonders to end the pain altogether. Here's hoping Smokey can be helped
to keep on truckin for a long,long time yet.Prayers for Smokey & his loving
dad too.

[anna_66]

Well gee, looks like everyone has said all my sentiments so I'll just tell you that in no way are you a neglectful pet parent, so don't ever think that.
You take care of those dogs better than most people take care of their kids!

I'm really glad to hear that he's feeling better since the meds. Lots more kisses on the way

(((HUGS))) to ya Phred

[Casper]

I am sorry you and Smokey are having to go through this, but I am confident it will turn out well considering the love you two have for each other. After all, love is one of the most powerful forces, right?

Positive thoughts and good vibes headed that way!

[cassiesmom]

*picks up Phred's prayer line* *dials number for God*

God ... we have a SmokeMutt with an ouchey knee. And a worried human. Thank you that the Rimadyl has helped so far. Please bless Smokey, Phred and the doctor as they determine what to do. I just want to thank you for Phred and how much he means to PT. Comfort them tonight, please, God. Thank you, Amen.