tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post7357723255366960666..comments2024-03-28T15:29:28.619+08:00Comments on {evolution of darwin}: {23mar2010: update}brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02490740909541514702noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-12463138735469800152010-03-26T06:03:55.002+08:002010-03-26T06:03:55.002+08:00I totally agree with Mango- that was my first thou...I totally agree with Mango- that was my first thought on reading this post. Even if she gets better and does not need it now it is really helpful to have a dog (esp a large one) comfortable on a ramp before it is seriously in need of one! Even if you and Jason can lift her it is possible to aggravate strained muscles and such while they are struggling and most dogs tend to thrash around a bit if they are not used to being lifted. See Mango's blog for how to get them trained (also they come with instructions) which is how I trained Moose to use it. The thing is if they are not used to using a ramp when you put it there they see it as in the way and try to get down whatever on their own by maneuvering around it which can make things worse. While Moose new how to use it pretty well, when I brought him home from surgery he was so loopy and confused he was not sure what to do and there were some scary moments so you really want it to be second nature to them!<br />Sorry you did not get any answers but it sounds like you did not get any bad news so for now we will be glad for that!Moosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04855501163292890825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-20756831832227844752010-03-25T04:46:24.748+08:002010-03-25T04:46:24.748+08:00Hi Brooke and Darwin,
I don't have time to pr...Hi Brooke and Darwin,<br /><br />I don't have time to properly reply right now.<br />Please email me at:<br />raineth_r@internode.on.net<br />:)<br />I have to go out today and I will try to get back to you ASAP.<br /><br />hugs,<br />Darcy's MummaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-44298100783684677782010-03-24T18:07:43.520+08:002010-03-24T18:07:43.520+08:00Wouldn't hurt to get Darwin a ramp and start w...Wouldn't hurt to get Darwin a ramp and start working with it. It takes a while if she is like Mango. He is still not ready to combine ramp with getting into the car (that always takes thinking on his part) but we're working on it.<br /><br />Seems like rest and keen observation are in order. Of course if you can afford it, go for the tests, but otherwise if you can keep her quiet and figure out what movements are causing pain that might help with the diagnosis.<br /><br />Keep us posted.<br /><br />Mango MommaDexterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09238751458587219022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-70550314504358122922010-03-24T13:16:16.610+08:002010-03-24T13:16:16.610+08:00Oh dear - so many worrying options! Personally, I ...Oh dear - so many worrying options! Personally, I would opt for the MRI first (although I don't know the cost and your financial situation - do you have pet insurance? I know cost is always a consideration, unfortunately, especially when the test isn't crucial) - but I would prefer to rule out the more serious, "proper" medical problems first before going down the more alternative route. Because you'd never forgive yourself if she really did have Wobblers or something serious and you found out later that she could have been treated earllier - when instead you spent that time messing around with chiropracters - do you know what I mean? (Not meaning that you would intentionally waste your time! sorry - haven't put that very well but just mean that you would probably prefer to prioritise and spend time on something that might have more successful/effective results, if the problem WAS a serious one...)<br /><br />As for getting in the car - I have to say - Honey hasn't got any spinal issues and she has ALWAYS taken ages to get in the car! Makes a huge song & dance about it. So I don't know if it is always a physical thing. But if Darwin was previously jumping in quickly & willingly, then maybe she is reluctant now due to discomfort/pain - certainly, if pressing certain parts of her spine cause her distress then there's a good chance that the action of jumping in the car might trigger something too. But just because there is pain doesn't mean that there is somethign serious - you know, you can get as much pain from a pulled muscle as from a more serious joint problem! <br /><br />So anyway, that's why I personally would do everything to rule out all the more serious, medical problems first - if possible - so then at least you have eliminated that and you can try other things with a clear conscience. <br /><br />Good luck!<br />Hsin-YiAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09116997529248428606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-49450340493058580572010-03-24T11:38:55.421+08:002010-03-24T11:38:55.421+08:00Well, you didn't quite ask, but I am opinionat...Well, you didn't quite ask, but I am opinionated, all Chis are. I would take her to the chiro first and then I'd consider the MRI if there was no improvement. <br />Get well amiga!<br />TwinkieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14813357790467721660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-20006768468768105802010-03-24T11:34:46.830+08:002010-03-24T11:34:46.830+08:00oh gosh Darwin, I sure hope the betterinarian can ...oh gosh Darwin, I sure hope the betterinarian can figure out what is making you not feel so good. Being sick is no fun at all! (well, besides all the foodables you get from your humans cuz they feel sorry for you!)<br /><br />wags, wiggles & get-better-real-soon slobbers<br />MurphydogMurphyDoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03114806742316350954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-6410861215880369692010-03-24T09:50:35.571+08:002010-03-24T09:50:35.571+08:00Oh Darwin we hope and pray for the best for you xOh Darwin we hope and pray for the best for you xMy Sons Mumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08679216864128749471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-38281816358224533002010-03-24T08:59:26.444+08:002010-03-24T08:59:26.444+08:00I'm hoping it's just a little owie on your...I'm hoping it's just a little owie on your spine that will heal quickly with more toys and treats!!Remihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11477864144092613827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-90724257390038984252010-03-24T08:04:34.218+08:002010-03-24T08:04:34.218+08:00These decisions are so hard. Does the pet insuranc...These decisions are so hard. Does the pet insurance cover MRI's?Two Pitties in the Cityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04694420319336839807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-58801807158679143882010-03-24T07:44:36.870+08:002010-03-24T07:44:36.870+08:00Ugh, I'm so sorry you guys still don't hav...Ugh, I'm so sorry you guys still don't have a definitive answer. I'm glad you at least have the option to do an MRI if you decide to do so... I think the nearest one to us would be about 6 hours away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-4670746859032227542010-03-24T06:50:26.873+08:002010-03-24T06:50:26.873+08:00oh Darwin, pulleaze find out what's wrong... s...oh Darwin, pulleaze find out what's wrong... so you can be back in bidnez! A dog-furriendly pub- that's like heaven!!<br /><br />slobbery kissies,<br />tulatula monstahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09491710283515737450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4034453006348195219.post-63878722568831408072010-03-24T06:42:21.644+08:002010-03-24T06:42:21.644+08:00We are sorry you didn't get anything more defi...We are sorry you didn't get anything more definitive but one step at a time -<br /><br />As for wrestling her into the vehicle, I understand the challenge - getting Merdie in when she's tired made me so appreciate Khyra's leaping in!<br /><br />Paws crossed more time and rest will help!NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!https://www.blogger.com/profile/12341698924927724604noreply@blogger.com