Hattie, her lump and arthritis

[jazzmynn]

Thinking of you and hoping it’s nothing to worry about.

 

[Shaz82]

Good luck at the vets, fingers crossed for you x

 

[Loraseal]

Thinking of you at the vets today. Everything crossed that it is nothing to worry about.
X

 

[Charlie]

Anatomy amongst other subjects is not my strong point. I have the wrong hole It's her lady bits. I was cleaning the cut this morning from a different angle and thought ay up that's not your bum!! Not sure if that's a worse area or not. Anyway appointment at 4 pm today. OK laugh all you want I can take it!!! xx

 

[kateincornwall]

I wouldnt dream of it Helen xx

 

[Charlie]

xx

 

[Cath]

Will be thinking of you both this afternoon. Hope all goes well

 

[Granca]

OK laugh all you want I can take it!!! xx

Who’s laughing? I don’t think I would be any better!

I hope all goes well at your appointment this afternoon.

 

[Lisa]

Hope she’s ok, no matter the location

 

[Jacqui-S]

I'm saying nothing
Nope, not me......

 

[Charlie]

I'm saying nothing
Nope, not me......

I don't know how I managed to have four children!! xx

 

[Shaz82]

I just took my laptop to the counter to show a customer an image from my website.

Up popped a notification of a new email 'Lump near Anus' - I quickly clicked it away and hope it wasn't seen

 

[Charlie]

Just got back from the vet. Hattie possibly has Vulvitis (hope that's the correct spelling) so I now have to get a wee sample She said Hattie has an odd flap which is not normal and that her vulva is inflamed. She gave me some ointment to put on twice daily. Back on Wednesday with sample and a check up.

The bad news Some of you might remember that I have been asking my vet down South for around 18 months/2 years about Hattie tripping up, no explanation really, other than her eyesight is a little cloudy and she might be getting a little 'creeky' with old age. This vet seems to think she has arthritis and has some muscle wastage in her back end and her tripping up could be to do with that. She noticed Hattie is weaker on her right back leg so is compensating. I have noticed over the last few months Hattie is wobbly/stiff when she gets up from a sleep and her back legs sometimes slightly go from under her during our walks and getting up. I am upset that no other vet has mentioned arthritis to me at all even though I asked repeatedly. I feel just awful that I haven't been able to do what's necessary to keep her comfortable because I didn't know The vet has prescribed Metacam for pain, told me to keep her exercise regular and the same which I do and not to reduce it to keep her as active as she is. She said her weight is perfect at 25 kg and that otherwise she is in really good health.

Not feeling good, guilty, upset for my lovely girl She was an absolute angel being poked and proded in her lady bits and having her joints manipulated. xxx

 

[Cath]

Sorry to hear this about your poor girl. Don't feel guilty its not your fault Hope they can sort her lady bits out for her.

 

[Beanwood]

How old is Hattie now? I am thinking she is around 11years old, if I remember? Maybe a few supplements and a bit of physio will help her feel a bit more comfy

 

[Charlie]

@Beanwood Hattie is 12 years 3 months. She is on Yumove, salmon oil and now Metacam. I am just so upset about it as I asked and asked our vet down south. I don't know how long this might have been happening and she has been in pain. It's just unbearable to think about. xx

 

[MellowYellow]

Yes don’t feel bad Helen i’m Sure that some painkillers, supplements and gentle exercise will soon have her feeling better. You could take a look at things around the house to help her - a supportive bed, coverings on any slippery floors, helping her to avoid stairs, and so on. Xx

 

[FayRose]

Hey, you've done the right thing, got her checked out and now on a course of treatment.

Sometimes, as they age, if they don't complain, we don't always see right away that's it's happening. Let's face it, we're the same with our humans as we are with the dogs, ageing and slowing down creeps up on us.

I've no doubt you will do everything to help Hattie now you know what's going on - don't feel guilty.

 

[kateincornwall]

I agree with @FayRose , we often miss these things because dogs are so stoic , but now you know and can manage it , because thats what its all about, good management and I know without doubt that you will do all you can to help your lovely girl x

 

[Loraseal]

Please don't feel guilty. It is all about good management now. Don't forget she is also doing very well for 12 + years and that is also a tribute to your care and love. X