I am back from having my bandage change and feeling a little "loopy" thanks to the 'light' sedative they gave me again. Mom mentioned this to the nurse when we arrived and they gave me an even lighter dose today but it still zonked me out. Unfortunately they found the wound has opened a bit and I have some infection in it. They have put me on some super strong antibiotics and I now have to have a bandage change every 2 days. They also 'packed' it with antibiotic ointment and placed lots of wadding between my toes to keep it extra clean.
The vets said it is very common for this to happen on the foot as the pad is where all the pressure from walking occurs and I had a chunk of my pad removed. I also have a sore spot on my elbow they treated - I have had a callous on it for a long time but when they shaved my leggie it got really irritated and a little infected too - so the antibiotics should take there of that too. Looks like it will be a few weeks before I can do any galumphing now. Today I got a green and a purple paw print bandage but I am not a happy boy :(
Oh how bad.... I hope so much that the meds can chase that infection over all hills and that you get much better news when you see the vetman again... hugs to you...and POTP
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry to hear this. POTP it heals soon.
ReplyDeleteOh no :-( We are sending you even more AireZen and healing vibes, Reilly! We hope you're back to 200% soon!
ReplyDeleteah we are so sorry about this, hopefully all the medication will kick in and start to heal everything up.
ReplyDeletestella rose
I'm so sorry you haven't been that happy recently, Mr. Reilly. I promise though, I'm sure lots of long walkies on the beach and lots of yummy foodables await you.
ReplyDeleteWe keeps our fingers crossed all those medicines will help
ReplyDeleteLily & Edward
Oh dear, we are sorry to hear this but it is best to take good care of your wound. Mom remembers how hard things were with Phantoms tail. Hugs, pal
ReplyDeleteWoos - Ciara and Lightning
oh no :( I hope it's all healed up soon Buddy. Your "sad face" look is making me sad.
ReplyDeleteWell, that's a bit of a set-back, but good that they saw the infection and are treating it! Your mom will make it all up to you once you're given the green light for adventures. I'm sure of it!
ReplyDeleteYours sincerely,
Margaret Thatcher
Hang in there Reilly. I know it feels like forever but it will be over before you know it Remember, this is the time to beg for sympathy treats! Your friend, Lexi.
ReplyDeleteReilly we are sending POTP for you again. Please rest your paw and take your meds so mom will be happy!
ReplyDeleteOh Reilly we are all so sorry. We feel so bad for you. It is impawtant to listen to the Dogtor though and take it easy. At least you live in a state with beautiful weather all year, so it isn't as if you have to grab on to the super nice days as you have them. It is nice there most of the time. Just try and rest...we know it's hard. We hope that infection clears up fast! (((hugs)))) from all of us DakotasDen
ReplyDeleteOh Reilly!! This SUCKS!! I know you're a really active guy, butt this, too, shall pass. Before you know it!!
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Paphooey!!! One paw forward and two paws back...hang in there Reilly! We are sending POTP that the antibiotics do the trick and you are back on track soon!
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Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo
Oh no! Hang in there Reilly. Things will get better. I promise.
ReplyDeleteYou poor boy. We hope you're getting lots of cuddles. We missed all the action, but we're glad there aren't any nasties involved. We'll keep our paws crossed that your ouchie heals quickly and you can resume your Bark Ranger activities soon.
ReplyDeleteOh noes. Sorry abouts that Reilly. I knows abouts those sedatives, Ma and the dogtor changed mine to a different one that was suppose to be less 'wonky', so when Ma gave it to me, it did NOTHING! BOL!!! I loved it, so Ma has to play with the dosage. Butts it was much better than the old one. Anyhu, I am sorry for the set back, butts sounds like your Moms and the dogtors have a plan, and I gots my paws crossed real tight for that nasty infection to go away real quick like! Your sad face should gets you lots of treaties though....and scritches...and, well, whatevers you want....☺
ReplyDeleteSending tons of POTP!
Kisses,
Ruby ♥
Oh you poor boy Reilly, how very frustrating. But thank goodness we have anti-biotics.
ReplyDeleteHope ya feels all bedder soon... sendin' loads of Power of the Paw and good wishes fur speedy healin'....
ReplyDeleteOh man, that stinks! Anything with paws is always tough since we just have to use them if we have them. Take it easy and try to put your paws up, not walk on them!
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteAw heck Reilly, that's no good... sigh... upping the POTP fur ya this side! hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
Oh, no, Reilly! I'm so sorry you are still having ouchies. Dang those dogtor trips are horrible. Well, your bandage is really cool anyway. I'm sure you are getting lots of tlc and extra treats and scritches while you heal up. I'm sending my extra-strength healing vibes this time and even more POTP. That'll have you all fixed up soon. Hugs to you and your pack.
ReplyDeleteGrr and Woof,
Sarge, Police Commish
Bless your heart my sweet friend. We are still praying for you. Soon - soon things will be behind you and you will be in ship shape :) XOXO - Bacon
ReplyDeleteOhh dat sure does suk Reilly butts wee is sure yoo willl bee bettersome in no times at all an gallumphin again. Sendin yoo healin vibes tho as dat cant hurts can it
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Da K Krew
XxxxX
Oh Reilly that's so unfair. We hope this clears up soon.
ReplyDeleteOh Reilly that's not good news. It'll be a few more weeks. We have a really good red wagon that my dad can pull us around in.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the setback. Hope the meds are working and the next visit goes better. Hang in there Reilly we are rooting for you! Love Dolly
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