Sammy Condition Deteriorating - going to Davis

[skinsey]

Yesterday Sammy collapsed - could not get up. (yesterday was his 1st Birthday!!) Is walking sideways - left leg now the one he can't seem to stand on. Attacked Delilah for first time when she interfered with my brushing him out. Not good.

I used a sling to help him around. He urinated in our bathrom this morning.

Good news is that after consulting with my vets, I made the decision to drive him to UC Davis (3 hours -not too bad) for diagnostics and whatever else he needs. I didn't want to be taking him to 10 different doctors. UC has all the latest equipment and their nursing care is exemplary. They do TPLO if necessary and have a Penhip certified doctor. They also can do an MRI if necessary. I feel relieved. This is the answer I was looking for.

I feel blessed that I am within 3 hours of perhaps the #1 veterinary school in the country.

I will post an update of the diagnosis on Monday evening. I assume that if he needs surgery they will keep him. I fear that Sammy now needs surgery on both legs.

[ 11-11-2005, 09:24 AM: Message edited by: NewNewfMom ]

 

[Newfs Forever]

Good thoughts and prayers from NH.

 

[sarnewfie]

That is to bad, for such a young newf, how sad.
at least he is getting the best care you can give him
good luck to both of you.

 

[Annie Milliron]

Sending all of you good thoughts, prayers and lots of

 

[mulenag]

Best of thoughts from us! I always get worried when I see the word deteriorating on a post.
Please let us know how things turn out.

 

[Jeannie]

Hope things work out well for you. I'll be praying.

 

[Ivoryudx]

Good for you to get him to UC Davis. I have heard nothing but good things of them, so Sammy will be in good hands. I'm sorry he's doing so poorly, and rest assured his outburst at Delilah, and the pottying on the floor is more than likely from the pain. He's feeling pretty vulnerable right now, so hang in there.

 

[AngusMcDubhsMom]

Poor Sammy. I am so very sorry he's going through this (and you too). Good thoughts and prayers that they can help him be well.

 

[karina]

I am so sorry for you guys and am hoping that you get the answers you need Monday to get poor Sammy some help.

 

[Lazy Lilly's Mom]

Best wishes & prayers from me & Lilly. Your pupper is in very good hands.

 

[aona]

Hi Sharon- I agree, UC Davis is a great facility for vet care but I did notice one thing... it is a teaching facility and if you want one of the senior staff members (the more experienced people) you have to book an appointment way in advance. Although they did assure me that all work is supervised and the senior members do take a peek and consult when asked (I'm assuming that vet school is like med school concerning residents). Maybe when I went, they were just super busy??? Prayers that Sammy will be OK!

 

[Michelle]

I hope it is not degenerative myleopathy. He is young for that, but you might ask about it.

 

[Blacknewfs]

Good thoughts being sent for Sammy.

 

[NewfMom]

to both of you

 

[ardeagold]

Awww poor Sammy. I'm so sorry to hear this Sharon. Big hugs to Sammy. Prayers being sent.

Best of luck...please keep us updated.

 

[bmilam]

Sorry Newnewfmom & Sammy Hope they take good care of him.

 

[Sound Bay Newfs]

Poor Sammy! He sounds like he is in good hands now so I hope they have goon news for you on Monday!

 

[BoundlessNewfs]

Sending good thoughts and prayers your way. Please check your PM's.

 

[blstarke]

Definitely. prayers and hugs for Sammy

 

[ina/puusty]

Adding our hope for a viable way of healing..for Sammy..so great good thoughts for all of you now. ina n HB