Taking my dog Ben to the vet this morning.

[BarenakedLady]

I came home from school yesterday afternoon and my golden Ben wouldn't come out of his crate. He looked extremely sad or guilty. I thought maybe he had peed/pooped in the house or something (something he has NEVER done). Then I realized he didn't want to walk. I couldn't tell if it was his back leg (he has a touch of arthritis) or another limb. After some cajoling I saw that he was favoring his front left leg. I can't see any outward injury and touching it doesn't give me any info. He was shaking a bit and just looked miserable. I figured I'd see how the evening went.

He was whining and crying on and off all night. The only time I can get him to walk is to feed him. He limps a bit, but not overly so. But he is obviously uncomfortable. I have an appt. for 9:30 this morning to get him checked out. It is just weird to see my obnoxiously happy goofball being so subdued and miserable. Any spare vibes for my Ben would be appreciated.

[malta blue]

1. good vibes for Ben

((vibes))

I hope he feels better soon.

[SOteric]

2. Poor little dude.

Mega-vibes coming your way.

:hi:

[City of Mills]

3. Hang on Ben

Help is on the way...poor guy...looks so uncomfortable :(

[ThomCat]

4. I hope Ben is okay.

:(
Good vibes coming your way for Ben. :hug:

Good Dog!

[alphafemale]

5. (((((Ben)))))

:hug:

[flvegan]

6. Good vibes for sweet Ben.

Coming right up.

[Tyler Durden]

7. Poor baby.

Hugs and kisses for Ben. He's kind of old, right? Might be a joint issue; Charlie our oldest boy Corg has had on and off issues, a little early for him (he's 6 going on 7) but they are related to leg length.

[La Lioness Priyanka]

8. poor puppy

:hug:

[KG]

9. vibes!

:hi:

[BrklynLiberal]

10. Please keep us posted. Hope he is better soon.

[Coyote_Bandit]

11. We made the same trip

earlier this week. My boy apparently has a spinal condition believed to be congenitial. We came home with pain relievers, anti-inflamatories, and muscle relaxers. Doggie is now taking glucosamine. Vet believes that there will be further episodes and that the condition is progressive. I've been warned to watch for signs of compromised spinal function and paralysis. This dog is a real sweetheart and has already overcome some pretty long odds.

Good vibes for you and for Ben. May he heal quickly.

[BarenakedLady]

12. UPDATE

It seems that it his shoulder. He didn't whine when the vet poked and prodded, but only shuddered slightly. He was being so stoic! Usually, Ben is obnoxiously loud at the vet, barking at everyone and everything (in a friendly LOOK AT MEEEEE kind of way). But this time, he was so quiet and shy. His personality is totally off which is why I KNOW he is hurting. He is on Rimadyl (anti-inflammatory) for the next week. If he isn't improved in 3-5 days, I'll take him in for an x-ray.

Thanks for the vibes everyone. Benny and I appreciate them!

:grouphug:

[malta blue]

13. That is great news.

I'm glad Benny is on the mend.

:hi:

[zingaro]

16. Good news!

Good news. :hug:

[FloridaJudy]

17. I'm so glad!

I have an Older Girl who gave me a scare like that: lost her bounce and appetite, seemed subdued, and was limping badly. I rushed her to the vet, and her problem turned out to be a dislocated toe! It took the vet all of five seconds to set things right, and she's been fine ever since.

I was praying it would be something like that with Benny. I hope he's back to himself soon.

[Inchworm]

19. I get drunk one night and miss the BNL pooch vibesendin

I'm glad Ben is ok. He is a secret favorite. A quiet happy terrorist, my favorite kinda pet.

I suggest some WWE type rastling with him :)

:hug:

[MissMillie]

20. thank you for the update

I'm been praying for Ben all morning. He looks like such a great dog!

[RebelOne]

22. Please, please do not keep him on Rimadyl for an extended period.

That medicine has been known to kill dogs. My Rottweiler was on it for 3 months and she developed bleeding stools. Rimadyl affects the liver.

[AirmensMom]

24. It killed my sister's dog.

He passed all the screening and was going to be re-screened every six months. He was dead within 30 days of his first dose.

[BarenakedLady]

29. Thank you

I'm going to keep an eye out for any issues. He's only on it for a week. After only two pills, I can see an improvement already.

[xchrom]

35. for Ben

Dear God, you have given us care over all living things; protect and bless the animals who give us companionship and delight, make us their true friends and worthy companions. Amen.



Dear God, protect and bless all beings that breathe, keep all evil from them, and let them sleep in peace. Amen.
--Albert Schweitzer, "Memoirs of Childhood and Youth"


God of the universe, be present with this your creature. Bless Ben and BarenakedLady who cares for him, now and always. Amen.


May God, who heals the sick, defends the vulnerable, cares for the poor, and liberates all creation from suffering and injustice, bring us all to that peaceable kingdom when all creatures shall live in harmony and all suffering shall be transformed into joy. Amen.

[xchrom]

34. saved my dog from lots of pain and agony.

he had arthritis in his hips -- he took pretty regular for a lot longer than three months -- more three years.

he did great on it.

[murielm99]

23. I was going to suggest that.

When my dog was limping, it turned out to be in her shoulder.

Thanks for the update. I hope he is back to his normal self soon. It is so hard when they are hurting. We all love our pets so much.

[shaniqua6392]

25. One of my German Shepherds

had a similar incident when she was about 1 1/2 years old. She started limping and was hurting, but we did not see anything in particular that would have caused it. They put her on Rimadyl for a week also and it completely disappeared by the time she was done. It has never happened since then. I think maybe they get a muscle strain sometimes just like we do and a week on the meds will help. I also am a firm believer in "puppy massage" too. Just gently massage out the muscle of the affected shoulder. They really love it. One of my dogs is totally addicted to massage now and comes over for a little spinal massage if I am on the couch! Too funny. Try putting him on some glucosamine/chontroitin after this is all over with. It is very good for their joints as they grow older. There are even some foods that have it in the product now. Rimadyl has some serious side effects over the long term though. If they want to keep him on that for a longer period for arthritis, etc, do some research to figure out an alternative. I hope he is bouncing around very soon! Don't worry too much.

[tpsbmam]

28. Awwwwww, hope he's better lickety-split! n/t

[Dangerously Amused]

33. Glad to hear that it's (apparently) nothing too serious.

Sending positive energy along to both of you. It's terrible when the kids are sick. I'd take any illness in their place if I could.

:hug:

[Guava Jelly]

36. I just read this.. :o( Poor Pooch.

I hope Benny feels better. :hug:

[stuntcat]

38. oh an update

I was late to the Ben news :blush: I hope he gets better!

[billyskank]

14. .

Sorry.

[Parche]

15. aw

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hi:

[DS1]

18. He'll be up dancing in no time

[alphafemale]

26. LOL!!!

WTF!!

:rofl:

[GenDem]

21. I Hope Ben feels much better soon

It is so scary when a pet is sick. If only they could tell us where it hurts.

I will continue sending doggie healing vibes your way.

:hug:

[applegrove]

27. Poor Ben.

[Wcross]

30. ALL my vibes for Ben, he is a handsome fella!

I know how it is when a fur-friend is hurting. I love the last picture, the picture of a beloved dog!

[femmocrat]

31. Sending good vibes and a big hug to Ben.

I had a Golden with joint problems too. They are such beautiful, sweet-natured dogs. I just love them.

Feel better, Ben! :hug:

[Drum]

32. Kicking and vibing for Ben & BNL

:grouphug:

[stuntcat]

37. vviiiibbeesss for Ben :loveya:

I hope it's some little nothing they can fix right up :loveya: