Cody has a shoulder injury

So sorry that Cody and you are continuing to go through this difficult time Angie.

Don't beat yourself up, you have done EVERYTHING and are a terrific Mommy to Cody.

Towards the end of Seamus' life I took him off of his amoxicillin trying to jump start his immune system on his own. The vet concured and we took a wait and see approach. As soon as there were signs that his immune system was failing him he was rushed back to the vet and given an antibiotic shot, but we had to try to see if he could maintain.

You have done the same with Cody, giving him a chance to be all he can be. It is not failing, it is doing the right thing to see if he can work this thing out without surgery, he deserved the chance and so did you.

Now you can know that you have done it all, and the outcome while not ideal gives you a better understanding of what he needs from you, Angie.


Most importantly, you have not failed him in any way, size, shape or form.

Kate
 
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Definitely don't feel bad!! Our pups can't talk to us, so all we can do is the best that we can. Our dogs are so stoic that sometimes they try to hide that they aren't feeling well.

Please let us know how the appointment goes. We're thinking of you!
 
Well.....Cody's diagnosis was a complete shock to me. I was expecting to hear a torn ligament or tendon, BUT, he has a bulging disc in his spine at the base of his neck. Surgery will cost close to $5000 and there is a strong chance another disc could bulge. My other option is to put him on pain management and at some point (no way to tell when) the disc will rupture and he will become paralyzed.

I've cried till I can't cry anymore:cry:
 
Oh no, what a devastating diagnosis. My heart aches for you both, no easy decisions. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
 
I'm sorry :(. Is this a genetic defect or from an injury?

Have you looked into a "Care Credit" credit card? A lot of vets accept them and they usually offer no interest for 6 months when you first apply.
 
Oh Angie, my heart is aching for you and Cody. I know the devastation this news brings, just hang in there, okay? With all the great minds communing in this forum there have to be alternatives.


Hugs,
Kate
 
Oh Angie I am so sorry to hear this. How did they determine this diagnosis? Did they do an MRI? Not doubting just curious.

Please know you and Cody are in my prayers, if there is anything I can do to help please message me. I am here if you need me. Hugs to you both.
 
haven't done the MRI yet. That cost is included in the $5000. If I chose to do surgery, the MRI would be done to determine which disc it was. The orthopedic surgeon made the diagnosis by physical exam. Then, he had the neurologist do another exam to confirm his diagnosis.
 
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