Someone please help!

Rusty · 02-07-2005, 07:36 PM

Something is wrong with Rusty's front right leg. It all started when he sliped on the lenolium in my kitchen, a day ago. and ever since then he has been limping. He lets me rub and massage it without yelping or cying. I called our vet and he said that it is probably just sprained. he recamended asprin. Is there anything else I should do? as far as pain goes. I hate seeing him limp.

[ February 07, 2005, 07:37 PM: Message edited by: Rusty ]

Betsy Iole · 02-07-2005, 07:47 PM

How old is Rusty? Besides the aspirin (use Ascriptin), crate rest would be a good idea. If he doesn't improve in a day or so, he needs to be seen by your vet. Good luck--hope it's nothing serious.

Rusty · 02-07-2005, 07:57 PM

He Is 3yrs old. Where do you find that drug you reccamend. He has improved, his limp is getting better. Do you think it is something he will walk off?

[ February 07, 2005, 08:00 PM: Message edited by: Rusty ]

Betsy Iole · 02-07-2005, 08:40 PM

You can get Ascriptin at the drug store. It's aspirin buffered with Maalox.

When my dogs injure themselves to the point of lameness, I don't wait to see if it will go away on its own. I get them to the vet for an exam and x-rays, if indicated. For me, it's worth the peace of mind.

Rusty · 02-07-2005, 09:19 PM

how much is an vet visit that has xrays?

Betsy Iole · 02-07-2005, 10:12 PM

Prices vary, depending on where you live, and whether your vet thinks Rusty needs x-rays.

Rusty · 02-07-2005, 11:28 PM

can you give me a ballpark number because I will take him know but I do not know if I have enough $$$.

Betsy Iole · 02-08-2005, 12:44 AM

I'd suggest calling your vet in the a.m. and finding out what s/he would charge. Good luck, and I hope Rusty continues to improve.

Mikey T · 02-08-2005, 06:14 PM

FWIW the cost can vary still because given the dog and the nature of the injury an xray might be able to be accomplished without putting the dog out other times it is require and adds considerably to the cost.

Flashmom · 02-08-2005, 10:34 PM

I can't believe a vet said use asprin. My vet sad to never give asprin to a dog. Flash jumped off the table once when he was about 3. I took him to our vet and he did not do x-rays but determined that it was a strain and told me to try and keep him still as much as possible. He also gave me a Rx for a dog anti inflamitory. If he still limps I would be sure and get it seen about.

02-07-2005, 07:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
Rusty Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4	Someone please help! Something is wrong with Rusty's front right leg. It all started when he sliped on the lenolium in my kitchen, a day ago. and ever since then he has been limping. He lets me rub and massage it without yelping or cying. I called our vet and he said that it is probably just sprained. he recamended asprin. Is there anything else I should do? as far as pain goes. I hate seeing him limp. [ February 07, 2005, 07:37 PM: Message edited by: Rusty ]

02-07-2005, 07:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Betsy Iole Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1969 Posts: 4,901	Re: Someone please help! How old is Rusty? Besides the aspirin (use Ascriptin), crate rest would be a good idea. If he doesn't improve in a day or so, he needs to be seen by your vet. Good luck--hope it's nothing serious. __________________ Betsy, Mom to CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Caper UD RE TD BHCA-VC CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Cuppa Joe TD CH Bugle Bay's AllUCanEat Buffet CDX RN TDX NA CGC BHCA-VCX, 1996-2008 "Bugsie" UDX NA NAJ CGC, 1991-2006

02-07-2005, 07:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rusty Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4	Re: Someone please help! He Is 3yrs old. Where do you find that drug you reccamend. He has improved, his limp is getting better. Do you think it is something he will walk off? [ February 07, 2005, 08:00 PM: Message edited by: Rusty ]

02-07-2005, 08:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
Betsy Iole Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1969 Posts: 4,901	Re: Someone please help! You can get Ascriptin at the drug store. It's aspirin buffered with Maalox. When my dogs injure themselves to the point of lameness, I don't wait to see if it will go away on its own. I get them to the vet for an exam and x-rays, if indicated. For me, it's worth the peace of mind. __________________ Betsy, Mom to CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Caper UD RE TD BHCA-VC CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Cuppa Joe TD CH Bugle Bay's AllUCanEat Buffet CDX RN TDX NA CGC BHCA-VCX, 1996-2008 "Bugsie" UDX NA NAJ CGC, 1991-2006

02-07-2005, 09:19 PM	#5 (permalink)
Rusty Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4	Re: Someone please help! how much is an vet visit that has xrays?

02-07-2005, 10:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
Betsy Iole Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1969 Posts: 4,901	Re: Someone please help! Prices vary, depending on where you live, and whether your vet thinks Rusty needs x-rays. __________________ Betsy, Mom to CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Caper UD RE TD BHCA-VC CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Cuppa Joe TD CH Bugle Bay's AllUCanEat Buffet CDX RN TDX NA CGC BHCA-VCX, 1996-2008 "Bugsie" UDX NA NAJ CGC, 1991-2006

02-07-2005, 11:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
Rusty Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4	Re: Someone please help! can you give me a ballpark number because I will take him know but I do not know if I have enough $$$.

02-08-2005, 12:44 AM	#8 (permalink)
Betsy Iole Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1969 Posts: 4,901	Re: Someone please help! I'd suggest calling your vet in the a.m. and finding out what s/he would charge. Good luck, and I hope Rusty continues to improve. __________________ Betsy, Mom to CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Caper UD RE TD BHCA-VC CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Cuppa Joe TD CH Bugle Bay's AllUCanEat Buffet CDX RN TDX NA CGC BHCA-VCX, 1996-2008 "Bugsie" UDX NA NAJ CGC, 1991-2006

02-08-2005, 06:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
Mikey T Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: West Warrwick, RI Posts: 7,720	Re: Someone please help! FWIW the cost can vary still because given the dog and the nature of the injury an xray might be able to be accomplished without putting the dog out other times it is require and adds considerably to the cost.

02-08-2005, 10:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Flashmom Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lower Alabama Posts: 3	Re: Someone please help! I can't believe a vet said use asprin. My vet sad to never give asprin to a dog. Flash jumped off the table once when he was about 3. I took him to our vet and he did not do x-rays but determined that it was a strain and told me to try and keep him still as much as possible. He also gave me a Rx for a dog anti inflamitory. If he still limps I would be sure and get it seen about.

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