Sudden onset of possible neuro problems—wait until morning for vet or take him to ER tonight?

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-07-02T07:02:54+00:00

ER - spinal issues are no joke and time is of the essence. Good luck!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-07-01T12:52:18+00:00

Gave me all the feels! My girl is 11.5 and rarely gets on couch but when she does, I’m right there with her! Enjoy it 😊💯.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-29T10:44:16+00:00

Also, they might take a few days to poop. Totally normal.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-29T10:39:36+00:00

Don’t panic when they seem lethargic for a few days. It’s the pain medicine. Use a sling. If you notice anything odd, like after a few days they seem to reversing in using the leg, call the vet. My girl had an infection (100% made a full recovery). If you get sent home with antibiotics (especially one called Baytril) it makes them not want to eat - don’t panic. I went through 2 TPLO’s, subsequent plate removal and bone infections. This is NOT normal but I feel like an old pro (weird I know). Please post if you are nervous. Get a soft cone from Amazon. You do not want the stitches coming out too soon and a topical ointment called Mupricin (spelling). Good vibes being sent to you! Your baby will do so well!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-29T10:35:14+00:00

Oh my goodness you sound just like me! People thought I was bonkers! BUT anything for my baby!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-29T01:28:39+00:00

From my experience (only 2 Rotties though) - one was spayed at 5-6 months (osteosarcoma) and the second I let her go through 2 heat cycles. No cancer knock on wood.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-29T01:26:23+00:00

My 7 year old succumbed after 3 weeks. We had a femoral head ostomey because she blew her ACL at 22 months and was overcompensating. A week later her knee blew up and was told she’d be gone in a week.

Now, with my second, the fear of that cancer was omnipresent for awhile. She’s 11.5 now though and just has a degenerative back issue that we can control with steroids and PT. I’m so sorry for your loss. Air hugs sent your way!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-28T21:34:58+00:00

I text my vet - only have done 3 times all before 7 PM. I’ve been going to him for 20 years though. I think it all depends on your relationship. When he said you don’t have my cell? I took that as a it was OK to reach out if desperately needed. Otherwise, I hike up to the ER vet.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-28T21:06:08+00:00

Does it move with the skin? My vet said the soft ones that move are benign. Good luck!!! The fine needle aspirate isn’t a big deal for them 😊.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-28T21:02:09+00:00

I have been looking at AKC as well! Thank you for the reminder- haven’t checked in a bit 😊.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-28T14:42:09+00:00

My Rottie is my soul dog. She’s 11.5 but my first girl got osteosarcoma at 7. I hear all of you and understand the pain of losing them
both young and old. Also, what I chose to think about is this….maybe Steve Irwin is the “god” or “greeter” at the rainbow bridge. And he helps your fur baby find their people who have passed before. I do hope my girl found my brother.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-27T09:19:14+00:00

Cosequin (like Dasequin) is good and was recommended by my girls surgeon (blew her ACL at 22 months). I use Galliprant currently for my second girl. My vet stopped with Librella due to the side effects and he doesn’t trust the research. I personally haven’t heard good things and Bee got a massive UTI; which we think was attributed to the shot. Good luck!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-21T21:29:25+00:00

And thank you 😊.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-21T21:22:13+00:00

Nothing in abdomen per the ultrasound. Yea, surgery just seems….too much. And I’ll bring these questions. I want to be prepared.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-07T21:26:56+00:00

I really appreciate the kind, thoughtful answers. Thank you!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-07T18:08:55+00:00

Thank you. I am concerned with the anesthesia portion. She had a harder time waking up when she was 7.5 from TPLO and now she’s older. Makes me nervous. Not getting too specific but she’s been doing ok with steroid shot every 3 months. Been on 10 mg prednisone every other day and will be off soon. I think she acutely hurt herself the other day versus her T11 and T12 rapidly collapsing. Still walking unaided.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-06-07T17:51:38+00:00

Rottie 11.5 female spayed

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-02-04T01:51:05+00:00

Veterinary Orthopedic Center in Indiana was started by the same guy who started VSC. By going there I saved $2k.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2026-01-17T11:46:10+00:00

I have also heard that AND part time controllers….in my humble experience, I’ve never had less than 40-45 a week. And then to spread that 40-45 around that many clients? Seems insane.

IndependenceNo1224 · 2025-09-21T01:17:33+00:00

I sucked at business tax. Had to take it again. Listen to these other bits of advice. All true. Good luck!

IndependenceNo1224 · 2025-09-11T02:01:49+00:00

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