Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

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Originally Posted by frijole

I wish you were closer - I bought a ramp off the internet and it wasn't long enough so I had some people 'add onto it' so I could use it for Annie. She refused to use it. So if you can find something to experiment with please do before you go buying anything. Kim

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When I got my boys pet steps for my bed (pillow top mattress) because it is very high off the ground and the steps for the sofa, they too were afraid to use it. Beagles are extremely food driven so I coaxed them with treats. I held one in front of them and moved my hand up the steps, ofc being beagles they followed their nose/treats and were going up the steps and onto the bed w/o realizing it. After that they were fine using them.

So you might try using something Tipper really can't resist and holding it in front and moving your hand up the ramp slowly so Tipper will follow.

We have a 14 foot long ramp that we put up for our senior west highland terrier in 2000 and it is still in pretty good shape. It was a Godsend for Lulu last year. We used an indoor outdoor carpet runner and Home Depot had it. You may have to check around or call to as I had to go to two stores to find carpeting last year.

Hi Everyone:
Oh my goodness what a nite. Tipper would not stay in her crate and barked. I had to let her out. I was up all not watching and making sure she did not try to jump off the bed. I would have left her harness on, but thought it would be uncomfortable for her to sleep in. As I said many times it's all about her and so I just tuffed it out. I had to carry her out in the yard, or should I say lake, to potty several times last nite. I got soaked as she did not want to go in water up to her knees so Leslie I know how you feel. With the way her weight has shifted and the gaining of just one lb. she is hard for me to lift and maneuver. Her leg is a tad better today. What a shame as it is 60 out and she could walk. More great news I never video taped on my IPhone before and thought it was on and it wasn't I have no video, I could just scream. Something happens every time, I am getting the idea I am not supposed to video this. I made some candy yesterday, and will finish today and tomorrow. I have to leave Tipper where she cannot jump up on anything. This morning wasting for her food she wanted to start the Jack Russell springy jump and I screamed at her, did not mean to but if she does that leg in she is really in trouble. I am going to have to tether her to me I guess. She was very restless last nite and moving around as I guess this legs is paining her, she was moaning. Not doing it today though. It just poured here all nite long, and today it is nothing but rain and high winds. I guess the ice is next and the snow. Blessings
Patti

again i hope you both have a good night sleep and the weather will improve. overhere there are springtemperatures. not normal for midwinter.

I have a ramp that worked really well for Buddy when he could no longer jump up on the cedar chest for guard duty. It worked until his rear legs finally gave out. Tipper's rear legs need to be strong enough to maneuver the ramp, both up and down. Buddy could fight to get up the ramp, but couldn't get back down on his own. I wouldn't buy anything that you can't easily return. ;)

We bought stairs for my pug Ichiro to use, since he has a bad back... of course, he never could get the hang of it, but the perfectly healthy pugs took it right over. :rolleyes: The stairs didn't last long, as my son thought it a good idea to walk his 75 pounds up them one day.

Getting through forced crate rest and limited movement is brutal. I was never good at doing this with my pugs, or any of my fosters either, so I really feel for you Patti. Any chance you could give her something to make her sleepy or more relaxed?

Hi Patti,
Tipper has quite the spirit...she's not an easy one to confine or keep from being active. I hope that leg is better soon! Those Jack Russell's can do those pop up jumps straight off the ground...I've seen that a lot in the park, they are springy alright!
Up to 71 degrees here today...way too warm for me in December. We have the windows open--still warm at 65 here right now. Luckily there's a nice breeze so Trixie seems comfortable.
Hoping you, Tipper, Toby and all the rest are having a good night.

Barbara

Hi Everyone:
Thanks for the advise on the ramp. I am going to test out a few things Kathy now that you said about their legs being strong enough to do the ramp. Tipper's legs are fairly strong still even though she has lost a lot of muscle. I am going to experiment first before getting a ramp, so I think you guys have a good idea there. Her leg is a little better today, but still not good. Last nite as she was sleeping I massaged it. I am not wanting to do it while she is awake because she will probably nip me. I made candy last nite, and the dogs just layed on either side of the gate and watched me. Toby wants to play with Tipper so bad, he does not understand why he cannot be with her. He always wants to make up with her and tries to kiss her thru the gate. He is a very sweet boy, not a mean bone in his body. Going to finish my candy today to take it around tomorrow. I will take Tipper to the vet for BP tomorrow and give the techs their candy. It was 60 here and to go into the teens tonite. Blessings
Patti
Patti

Hi Everyone:
I just called the vets office to make sure everyone will be in tomorrow for Tipper's bp. I am dressing Tipper in her Christmas antlers. I am going to see if my vet will be kind enough to just give her leg a look see, as I am worried about it. She is still walking on her toes this morning. Blessings
Patti

Bribe him with the candy, we have no shame when it comes to our pups:D:D;)

Crossing fingers all is ok