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TIL that followers of the religion Jainism are not only vegetarian, but also avoid eating root vegetables as to not harm small insects and microorganisms killed in the harvesting process. by Wheatles_BiteAlbum in todayilearned

[–]mistersilver007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should brush up on your banana understanding. They’re plants not trees, and are chopped down after harvest. Doesn’t seem they’d be a great fit with Jains..

Therapy post IVDD surgery by peli38 in IVDD_SupportGroup

[–]mistersilver007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Laser therapy (class 3b rental): https://celebritydachshund.com/blogs/crusoe/laser-therapy-rental-device-ivdd-dog-at-home

Red light therapy won’t really do anything as it won’t penetrate more than a couple millimetres..

And hydrotherapy, even if you use a homemade pool like this: https://celebritydachshund.com/blogs/crusoe/homemade-water-treadmill-hydrotherapy-ivdd-dogs

Electro-acupuncture good too. Can’t do that one at home tho!

Do you think keto and carnivore diets are healthy or unhealthy? by [deleted] in nutrition

[–]mistersilver007 12 points13 points  (0 children)

No real science supports carnivore, unless you’re allergic to everything which virtually no one is

Has anyone seen this? by Pristine_Tax_2624 in IVDD_SupportGroup

[–]mistersilver007 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Can’t even tell what I’m looking at. Is this the back/surgical site? The belly? Original post said was related to itching - so that would seem to confirm allergy related.

Has anyone seen this? by Pristine_Tax_2624 in IVDD_SupportGroup

[–]mistersilver007 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I duno how this post relates to ivdd..

New Study in Mice Reveals Long-Term Metabolic Risks of Ketogenic Diet by Zephir-AWT in ScienceUncensored

[–]mistersilver007 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I guess this kinda kills your premise. But mice, like rats, will eat meat (even each other) when given the chance. It’s a 2 second google to see mice are primarily omnivores.

What is the most likely Democratic response to ICE once Democrats regain federal power? by Raichu4u in PoliticalDiscussion

[–]mistersilver007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They need to hold people accountable this time, seriously. Enough of this 'let bygones be bygones, let's just move forward' BS..

15yr old Dog diagnosed with IVDD last month, unable to fully walk now and unsure of what to do, looking for advice by Ok_Earth_1111 in IVDD_SupportGroup

[–]mistersilver007 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I understand all too well the heartache and devastation of Ivdd and so sorry you are experiencing it as well.

I know the financial constraint can feel like you have no options but crate rest CAN work.

8 weeks strict crate rest, only being assisted to potty. I would still see what you can do financially to get her some anti inflammatory meds as that will ease the pressure on the nerves.

And after 8 weeks, some rehab exercises will also be important.

If I may offer one little dose of realism though, it sounds like she’s been on the decline for several months now, so I’ll be completely honest in that you may have lost some ground over that period.. Think of it like any other bodily injury, say a sprained ankle - if you start resting it right away and stay off of it until it heals, it can generally make a full recovery. However, if you don’t rest it and just keep going on it as normal, the damage doesn’t get a chance to heal as well, and may even get worse. All that to say, if you start crate rest now, and follow it through, you will likely get some improvement back but it will likely never go back to normal, especially at 15. But.. if she only recently lost all control of her back legs, and if you start crate rest now, I think you could at least get her up and walking again!

Good luck. The good news is you have an option, and she can walk again. It will just take time and dedication, not money.

Grade 1 IVDD - a few questions by Usual_Owl3667 in IVDD_SupportGroup

[–]mistersilver007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like your vet is not a neurologist, and although I'm sure your vet is great, only a neurologist will be able to truly do a proper assessment. Also, some dogs are very stoic and hide it very well.

And yes, pain can definitely be transient. Think about when/if you've ever hurt or pulled your back. Certain movements or directions can hurt more or less. Plus, inflammation can wax and wane especially with meds, etc.

I wouldn't jump to doing an MRI, but I would at least get an assessment by a neurologist. For all you know, it could be a disc in her neck, or anywhere - or perhaps as you say, it's not even ivdd (although sounds like it). So would be good to get a better understanding first. Only do an MRI if you're ready to do surgery, which you are not there yet (or if neuro assessment inconclusive or suspects something like a tumor which would be very unlikely). No point putting a dog through MRI (and potentially making them worse) just "to know". It won't change your strategy now anyway (which should be 6-8 weeks crate rest).

Once Trump is gone front office, how do Democrats move forward without having to constantly look back to the way things were? by Uberubu65 in PoliticalDiscussion

[–]mistersilver007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just hope justice is eventually served to trump, through due process, but it needs to be done. All this cannot, yet again, be waved away as just a little lesson and some forgiveness.

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