Although I think the vaseline would be fine, Vit E could be used.
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Although I think the vaseline would be fine, Vit E could be used.
I would just keep dotting water on Tia's nose and that seemed to do the trick. I don't know if it means they are dehydrated but I noticed it more after she hadnt had a drink for a while
Hi Everyone,
Thanks for the advice on Doc's nose. I did put some Vit. E on his nose and it seemed to help, even though he licked it off. On other news, we backed off the prednisone by 1/4 pill (1 pill is 20mg). He seems to be doing fine, but is a touch more quiet. Not sure if it is his arthritis or pressure from the tumor. Trying not to obsess since he is alert, wanting to play, walk, etc. Having to keep him in check with activities because of the arthritis. But, just wanted to give an update. We are one month since radiation and now we are starting the slow progression of getting off pred. Have a follow-up with UF in a week and every two weeks until another MRI in May. In any event, thanks everyone for the great advice and for the support.
awww, poor Doc. Hope he feels better. It's always a bit hard when you start lowering the prednisone. They get use to it, they feel good with it, so it's an adjustment with each decrease. :( I know I had my golden on it for a very long time, any decrease and she didn't feel like herself. Hopefully the decrease stages will pass quickly. He's come so far and is doing so well. He's an amazing guy.
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly muffin
Hi Guys,
Just wanted to give everyone an update. We've progressed to the second stage of backing down the Pred. He's on 1/2 pill each day now. He seems to be doing ok. I've started giving him Tramadol each night for his arthritis and he is responding well. I have to constantly keep asking him to "rest". His old Border Collie self is back (obsession with toys). His peeing/drinking symptoms seem to be come and go given the day but the eating and desire to eat are still there very strong. Haha. His nose is still dry, but it is getting better. On our last visit to UF, they talked to me about the weight loss, (they want him to lose 4 pounds). I had to laugh and said to them that they must think he is doing well if they are getting on to me about his weight. The Dr. laughed back and said it was true. I take it day by day, but am still very grateful for this board and all the support on here.:D
I was just reading some of your posts and wondered if you could kinda explain what you mean when you said your pup drops his neck. Simba will turn his head in a odd way sometimes so wondered if that was the same..
Such awesome news!! So happy to hear that Doc is on track. Love that!
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin
YAY! Doc and Mom! :):cool::):cool: That is so good to hear and I hope he continues to improve each day that passes. I can just imagine how happy it must make you to see him playing with his toys again. That is just wonderful! :)
Hugs,
Leslie and the gang
Great news about Doc. Hope it keeps getting better.
HI Letti and Simba,
By dropping his head, he would lower his head below his shoulders as he walked. The neurologist said that it can be a sign of neurological problems, headaches, or just not feeling well. It was noticeable for Doc since he holds his head high with alert ears usually when walking or going anywhere. Not sure what you mean by "odd"way but I can tell you that Doc was not "turning" his head. It just appeared like his head was too heavy for him to lift. After his radiation, he's been on prednisone for swelling and I give him tramadol at night for his arthritis. He's not doing the head droop thing anymore. Have you talked with your vet about the head turning? Sending good vibrations Simba's way!
Hugs,
Jessica and Doc