Arthritis

[HAH]

We took Stilton to the physio today to have a look at front and hind limbs, as we've noticed some changes in motion and wanted to check them out. It does look like he's got inflammation in both his elbows. I'm really sad about this, but not suprised - ever since he was a few months, we've noticed on and off that he held his front left leg out occasionally, but a physio visit didn't identify anything back then.

We're going to make further investigations and assess more thoroughly, probably with imaging; but I think we're on the same road now that we're on with Kipper. For now, Stilton needs to lose 3 kilos - he's a solid 35kg which has rather shocked us!

 

[Jacqui-S]

Oh bless.
So sorry for you all. But we know he is in absolutely the best hands

 

[kateincornwall]

So very sorry to read this , Harriot . I hope that he can be treated with careful management xxx

 

[Cath]

So sorry to hear this, send lots of lambies to Stilton

 

[Selina27]

I'm really sad about this,

I bet you are Harriet, it's a shame for you - and Stilton of course, still a young dog.
But as has been said above, he's in good hands and will have the best care and treatment I know.

 

[Candy]

Sorry to hear this about Stilton. It took a while and a fair bit of trial and error, but together with a very helpful vet we managed to find a combination of treatments that keeps Joy's arthritis manageable, so she's still able to enjoy most of her favourite activities. The vet (who is also an animal physio) said that different treatments seem to work better for different dogs, and that it's often a matter of trial and error before finding the right 'match'.
I just thought that if you didn't already know this it might be useful . Hope you find whatever is best for Stilton.

 

[MellowYellow]

Argh that's a bit of a blow, I am sorry. However, hopefully with physio and other treatment you'll be able to manage it well. Big hugs.

 

[Stacia]

Sorry to read about Stilton, perhaps with hydrotherapy, exercises especially for his arthritis etc, you can stop it getting any worse. A diet is the first thing

 

[HAH]

Thanks all, much appreciated. None of this is new to us with Kipper’s joint issues, so we’ll take it step by step and manage as best we can. It’s simply that mourning for a different life that's a bit tough right now.

 

[Kelsey]

I am sorry to hear about this news, it’s very understandable how you are feeling Stilton landed the jackpot when he went home with you, like said above, he’s in the best hands! You all still have countless amazing memories to look forward to. One day at a time

 

[Lab_adore]

I am so sorry Harriet

Dogs are so resilient and both Kipper and Stilton are in the best possible hands

 

[Atemas]

So sorry to read this @HAH about Stilton and tough for you. The weight loss hopefully will be beneficial for Stilton as you find the right way forward.

 

[Selina27]

It’s simply that mourning for a different life that's a bit tough right now.

Yes, I totally get this xx

 

[Granca]

It’s simply that mourning for a different life that's a bit tough right now.

It is tough. I’m sorry you’re having to deal with this, but Stilton’s lucky to have you to do the best for him.

 

[Loraseal]

Sorry for no reaction but I forgot my password, could not get it reset, life got a little too busy and just tried another password and got back in. Sorry about Stilton but you know what is best for him and for you.. My OH really struggled when we had Hunter's elbow diagnosis. As you know it is a mindset change to their whole daily schedule. X

 

[HAH]

Sorry for no reaction but I forgot my password, could not get it reset, life got a little too busy and just tried another password and got back in. Sorry about Stilton but you know what is best for him and for you.. My OH really struggled when we had Hunter's elbow diagnosis. As you know it is a mindset change to their whole daily schedule. X

No sorry needed, and thank you for the message - you’re absolutely right that it’s mindset change and this puts it beautifully; as we both know, there’s a whole spectrum of directions this could go in, so we take it a day at a time and work out what we’re dealing with x

 

[MellowYellow]

It’s simply that mourning for a different life that's a bit tough right now.

Absolutely understand. Big hugs. xxx