Sorry y’all. My dog, Banjo who is not even three years old suddenly became unable to walk/use his back legs. He’s 68 pounds so I’m having to help him get out to potty and give him his meds. Meanwhile, I’m having pretty much a total freak out. I’m going to try to blog again soon. Meanwhile, thanks for your concern and enjoy the long weekend!
I absolutely love your description of Banjo – who should forever more be known as "the very bouncy dog" – love it…You are probably onto something with the congenital idea…I vote for the chiropractor also – it may help your very bouncy dog and save you some $…Hope you 2 have a good night's sleep…PS:Thank you for changing the type on the verify code – can't tell you how many of my posts never went thru…
I love dogs too. Just rub his tummy a lot and talk to him. And I definitely vote for the doggie chiropractor.
Aw, thanks for asking. When the vet was explaining things I was having a bit of a panic attack but from what I gleaned, the x-rays showed two places on his spine that were out of alignment. My theory is that he may have wrenched his back frolicking about. He is a very bouncy dog. There is so much spring in his step that he always seems to be jumping with each forward motion. Part of me wonders though if it is not congenital or at least something that happened before I adopted him because in hindsight, he has always stretched his back out like a cat, had some weird posture moments, etc. He's on steroids which are helping, but I am not sure if he will need a very expensive surgery as well.
I'm considering taking him to a doggie Chiropractor. Which sounds ridiculous but if they could realign him without surgery…
Can you share with us what's wrong with Banjo? Never know – it may help another dog owner… But I totally understand if you don't want too…So glad to see you back…
Thanks you guys. Banjo is on the mend. It's still going to be a bit of a struggle, and he's still wobbly but we are improving. I won't be posting a ton but will try to get here when I can!
Hope he's recovering, Tamara. And please take care of yourself, too.
Hope Banjo gets better quickly…
I really hope that your dog is doing better and that you have a fantastic weekend!!!! Lori in Atlanta
I'm surprise your dog name is not Kim from RHOA
It amazes me that bloggers can write whatever they want about others—most of it with little to no proof, then write their opinions with rude tones within their posts and the moment the blogger is criticized all of a sudden folks are "haters". But writing stories about people with your opinions and other rude comments are viewed as "spilling the tea". If you can dish it, be prepared to take it.
I was about to say that "It never seizes to amaze me how people are willing to spend their energy on hatred", but then I remembered that the teenage years weren't that easy and spewing out whatever was just normal. So never mind
Stay away don't come back!!!! You suck as a blogger anyway! But as a pet owner, hope your dog is ok.
Hope ur dog feels better soon Tamara.
Hope Banjo does well with your loving care…
Awww…hope he is doing better!!
poor little guy! banjo needs to be your #1 concern.. hope he gets better really soon!
Tamara,don't give a thought to us.take the time to rest up,all will be well..clamrocks
If he's taking meds you've already taken him to the doctor. Just keep giving him his meds, keep a watchful eye, think positive and be patient he will have a turn around. Best wishes Ban,P
I guess you figured me out. I'm the worry wart. Feel better soon Banjo. Take it easy Tamamra. Have a great weekend everyone:)Lannette
hang in there girlfriend. maybe you have a county office or program that can offer you some assistance. dont let yourself get too run down, or you'll be unable to help either banjo or yourself. dont be afraid to ask for help if you need it!chitown shelley
Hope Banjo gets better Tamara.
Team Banjo
Wishing for fast recovery for Banjo!I don't wish to impose, but please know this comes from a genuine place: although not knowing at all what might be wrong with Banjo, diet seems to be such a huge culprit with humans that it might not be so far fetched to think that it might cause problems with other mammals as well. The BARF diet is supposed to be a good natural alternative for dogs.
Best Wishes!!!
Poor Banjo.. Hope he gets better.. Take care of your buddy
Take your time Tamara. We'll be here.