Comments for Pittsburgh Dog News http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com Paws across the Burgh Fri, 16 May 2008 13:57:05 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 Comment on So You Think You Can Just Adopt a Dog? by S Bennet http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/03/23/so-you-think-you-can-just-adopt-a-dog/#comment-11684 S Bennet Fri, 16 May 2008 13:57:05 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/03/23/so-you-think-you-can-just-adopt-a-dog/#comment-11684 More than once I've emailed several rescue groups to inquire about a dog. They either -do not respond -tell me the dog was adopted THAT DAY by someone else -tell me the foster home has decided to keep it They have NEVER -directed me to fill out an application The costs have gotten RIDICULOUS! Also the screening process. I was also amazed to see (on this blog or another) about a VETERINARIAN who was turned down in the screening process! More than once I’ve emailed several rescue groups to inquire about a dog.

They either
-do not respond
-tell me the dog was adopted THAT DAY by someone else
-tell me the foster home has decided to keep it

They have NEVER
-directed me to fill out an application

The costs have gotten RIDICULOUS! Also the screening process.

I was also amazed to see (on this blog or another) about a VETERINARIAN who was turned down in the screening process!

]]> Comment on Dog Training by kim http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-11644 kim Mon, 12 May 2008 17:50:51 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-11644 i have a one year old boxer my family has grown to love she is very sweet and very smart ,she has a issue when she is outside with my daughter she will walk up unpervoked and start with a very ruff play tuging and pulling at her clothes she gets to the point were she leaves welts and pulls her to the ground and my daughters screems wont faze her. this has happend twice and once with my daughters friend i fear she will hurt them.i try to correct her but i can't catch her she runs through the yard .i don't know what to do i'm open to suggestions if anybody has any i don't want to get read of her but i can't have her hurting the kids. i have a one year old boxer my family has grown to love she is very sweet and very smart ,she has a issue when she is outside with my daughter she will walk up unpervoked and start with a very ruff play tuging and pulling at her clothes she gets to the point were she leaves welts and pulls her to the ground and my daughters screems wont faze her. this has happend twice and once with my daughters friend i fear she will hurt them.i try to correct her but i can’t catch her she runs through the yard .i don’t know what to do i’m open to suggestions if anybody has any i don’t want to get read of her but i can’t have her hurting the kids.

]]> Comment on Ontario, Canada spurs protests with pit bull ban by canadian dog ban breeds http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2005/08/30/ontario-canada-spurs-protests-with-pit-bull-ban/#comment-11588 canadian dog ban breeds Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:30:17 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2005/08/30/ontario-canada-spurs-protests-with-pit-bull-ban/#comment-11588 [...] aren??t the first to try to outlaw the breed in the wake of vicious attacks on people by pit ...http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2005/08/30/ontario-canada-spurs-protests-with-pit-bull-ban/Canadian Owner&aposs Dog PageItems of interest for canadian dog Owners ... the implementation of [...] [...] aren??t the first to try to outlaw the breed in the wake of vicious attacks on people by pit …http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2005/08/30/ontario-canada-spurs-protests-with-pit-bull-ban/Canadian Owner&aposs Dog PageItems of interest for canadian dog Owners … the implementation of [...]

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Sue http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11499 Sue Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:13:30 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11499 Thanks Bill, I agree with everything you said. It has now been 2 1/2 weeks since injury. He can put some weight on leg but not much. I have not crated him as he doesn't just howl, he panics; chews bars, injures himself. We carry him up and down stairs, etc. I meet with the vet again on Mon. She wants to take sedative x-rays. I will have her examine him and then decide if I want him sedated for x-rays depending on if we need to rule anything else out. Brace does appear cumbersome but if it would help support his leg, during certain times of the day, then my thought is that it would advance healing. This really is quite a journey! Thanks Bill, I agree with everything you said. It has now been 2 1/2 weeks since injury. He can put some weight on leg but not much. I have not crated him as he doesn’t just howl, he panics; chews bars, injures himself. We carry him up and down stairs, etc. I meet with the vet again on Mon. She wants to take sedative x-rays. I will have her examine him and then decide if I want him sedated for x-rays depending on if we need to rule anything else out. Brace does appear cumbersome but if it would help support his leg, during certain times of the day, then my thought is that it would advance healing. This really is quite a journey!

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Bill G. http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11418 Bill G. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:33:13 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11418 To Sue, crate the dog. Let it howl. It will live. It is better than ruining whatever healing is done whether brace or surgery. It is probably more import if you go the brace route to crate the dog. With the surgeries there is internal support, but that can be ruined in seconds. Out of the crate only on a leash to eat and do its business, THEN BACK IN THE CRATE. For the 1st month, confinement is mandatory. If the yelping makes you feel bad, just think how you will feel if your animal is healing and re injurers the knee because you did not protect your dog from running/jumping. At a minimum, think of what it will do to your pocket book. And while the dog is out of the crate, use a leash to prevent in home injuries. The dog does not understand what is needed, you must provide the discipline. The brace is a lot of work. The surgeries are basically "internal" braces. If you got an old, not too active dog that is under 40lbs, give the brace a try...but you need to be very disciplined as to your dog's confinement and activity. If you dog is between 30lbs and 90lbs Karen, the liver heals. The vet can do a simple blood test to check the liver enzyme's. If they are out-of-whack, your dog will not be a canidate for surgery. Otherwise, it will be an option. Good luck to all! To Sue, crate the dog. Let it howl. It will live. It is better than ruining whatever healing is done whether brace or surgery. It is probably more import if you go the brace route to crate the dog. With the surgeries there is internal support, but that can be ruined in seconds. Out of the crate only on a leash to eat and do its business, THEN BACK IN THE CRATE. For the 1st month, confinement is mandatory. If the yelping makes you feel bad, just think how you will feel if your animal is healing and re injurers the knee because you did not protect your dog from running/jumping. At a minimum, think of what it will do to your pocket book. And while the dog is out of the crate, use a leash to prevent in home injuries. The dog does not understand what is needed, you must provide the discipline.

The brace is a lot of work. The surgeries are basically “internal” braces. If you got an old, not too active dog that is under 40lbs, give the brace a try…but you need to be very disciplined as to your dog’s confinement and activity. If you dog is between 30lbs and 90lbs

Karen, the liver heals. The vet can do a simple blood test to check the liver enzyme’s. If they are out-of-whack, your dog will not be a canidate for surgery. Otherwise, it will be an option.

Good luck to all!

]]> Comment on Super Dogs by Kelly Fagan-Dyer, LSW http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/super-dogs/#comment-11343 Kelly Fagan-Dyer, LSW Wed, 09 Apr 2008 05:12:47 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/super-dogs/#comment-11343 I am a social worker with United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Pennsylvania's Early Intervention Program. I am currently working with a famiy who's 11 month old boy was just diagnosed with Epilepsy. The family has a labrador retriever whom they would like to have trained as an epilepsy seizure alert dog. I am having difficulty finding someone to train their dog and the family to recognize the dog's alerts. Can you help me find a resource to help this family. They are financially limited but want to do everything they possibly can for their son. Thank you. Sincerely, Kelly Fagan-Dyer Is it possible that the dog is already recognizing the seizures and the family needs to learn how to understand what she is telling them? Any help would be greatly and sincerely appreciated. I am a social worker with United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Pennsylvania’s Early Intervention Program. I am currently working with a famiy who’s 11 month old boy was just diagnosed with Epilepsy. The family has a labrador retriever whom they would like to have trained as an epilepsy seizure alert dog. I am having difficulty finding someone to train their dog and the family to recognize the dog’s alerts. Can you help me find a resource to help this family. They are financially limited but want to do everything they possibly can for their son.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
Kelly Fagan-Dyer

Is it possible that the dog is already recognizing the seizures and the family needs to learn how to understand what she is telling them?
Any help would be greatly and sincerely appreciated.

]]> Comment on Bark in the Park – Pittsburgh’s Biggest Picnic for Dogs on August 27th by Justin http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/08/17/bark-in-the-park-pittsburghs-biggest-picnic-for-dogs-on-august-27th/#comment-11342 Justin Mon, 07 Apr 2008 17:59:38 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/08/17/bark-in-the-park-pittsburghs-biggest-picnic-for-dogs-on-august-27th/#comment-11342 To whom it may concern: It has come to our attention that the name “Puke in the Park” is being used for your event. Please be informed that this name is the property of Jeffery Marchal, who has filed a United States Federal intent-to-use application for registration thereof, assigned Serial No. 77/028,681. It is critical to the current and future use of this protected trademark that any use of this mark be sanctioned and licensed by its owner. If you wish to continue to use this mark, please sign the attached form and return it with the license fee to: Jeffery Marchal 8988-L South Sheridan Road # 199 Tulsa, OK 74133 Sincerely, Jeffery Marchal justinmowee@yahoo.com TRADEMARK LICENSE THIS AGREEMENT is made and shall be effective as of ____________, 20__, by and between Jeffrey L. Marchal, an individual having a business address of 8988-L South Sheridan Road, # 199, Tulsa, OK 74133 (“Marchal”), and _________________________, a corporation of the state of _________, having a business address of _________________________________ (“Licensee”). Whereas, Marchal is the owner of the trademark PUKE IN THE PARK (the “Mark”) and the associated goodwill, and has filed a United States Federal intent-to-use application for registration thereof, assigned Serial No. 77/028,680, and Licensee wishes to use the Mark in connection with its business. Therefore, the parties agree as follows: 1. LICENSE. Marchal hereby grants Licensee a non-exclusive license to use the Mark in connection with its business subject to the following terms and conditions: 2. FEE. Licensee agrees to pay Marchal the sum of US $200.00, which along with Licensee’s other promises and duties listed herein form consideration for this License. The grant of the License shall not be effective until Marchal receives the above-noted fee. 3. OWNERSHIP OF MARK. Licensee acknowledges Marchal’s ownership of the Mark and the associated goodwill, and agrees that all use of the Mark by Licensee shall inure to the benefit of and on behalf of Marchal. Licensee agrees that nothing in this License shall give Licensee any right, title, or interest in the Mark other than the right to use the Mark in accordance with this License. 4. QUALITY STANDARDS. Licensee agrees that the nature and quality of all goods and services sold by Licensee under or in connection with the Mark shall conform to quality standards set by Marchal. Licensee shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations and obtain all appropriate government approvals pertaining to the sale, distribution and advertising of goods and services covered by this License. 5. USE OF MARK. Any printed use of the mark will be immediately followed with the standard notation for a Trademark (TM) and a notation on the same page, sign or other surface that denotes the following: “Bark in the Park is the legal Trademark of Jeffery Marchal.” 6. TERM AND MODIFICATION. This License shall last from (show one year timing) _____________, 20__ to and including _______________, 20__, and may be terminated at an earlier time by mutual consent. This License may be modified in a subsequent writing signed by both Marchal and Licensee. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed: Date: _____________________ _________________________________ Jeffrey L. Marchal LICENSEE Date: _____________________ _______________________________ By: Title: To whom it may concern:

It has come to our attention that the name “Puke in the Park” is being used for your event. Please be informed that this name is the property of Jeffery Marchal, who has filed a United States Federal intent-to-use application for registration thereof, assigned Serial No. 77/028,681. It is critical to the current and future use of this protected trademark that any use of this mark be sanctioned and licensed by its owner.

If you wish to continue to use this mark, please sign the attached form and return it with the license fee to:

Jeffery Marchal
8988-L South Sheridan Road
# 199
Tulsa, OK 74133

Sincerely,
Jeffery Marchal
justinmowee@yahoo.com

TRADEMARK LICENSE

THIS AGREEMENT is made and shall be effective as of ____________, 20__, by and between Jeffrey L. Marchal, an individual having a business address of 8988-L South Sheridan Road, # 199, Tulsa, OK 74133 (“Marchal”), and _________________________, a corporation of the state of _________, having a business address of _________________________________ (“Licensee”).

Whereas, Marchal is the owner of the trademark PUKE IN THE PARK (the “Mark”) and the associated goodwill, and has filed a United States Federal intent-to-use application for registration thereof, assigned Serial No. 77/028,680, and Licensee wishes to use the Mark in connection with its business. Therefore, the parties agree as follows:

1. LICENSE. Marchal hereby grants Licensee a non-exclusive license to use the Mark in connection with its business subject to the following terms and conditions:

2. FEE. Licensee agrees to pay Marchal the sum of US $200.00, which along with Licensee’s other promises and duties listed herein form consideration for this License. The grant of the License shall not be effective until Marchal receives the above-noted fee.

3. OWNERSHIP OF MARK. Licensee acknowledges Marchal’s ownership of the Mark and the associated goodwill, and agrees that all use of the Mark by Licensee shall inure to the benefit of and on behalf of Marchal. Licensee agrees that nothing in this License shall give Licensee any right, title, or interest in the Mark other than the right to use the Mark in accordance with this License.

4. QUALITY STANDARDS. Licensee agrees that the nature and quality of all goods and services sold by Licensee under or in connection with the Mark shall conform to quality standards set by Marchal. Licensee shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations and obtain all appropriate government approvals pertaining to the sale, distribution and advertising of goods and services covered by this License.

5. USE OF MARK. Any printed use of the mark will be immediately followed with the standard notation for a Trademark (TM) and a notation on the same page, sign or other surface that denotes the following: “Bark in the Park is the legal Trademark of Jeffery Marchal.”

6. TERM AND MODIFICATION. This License shall last from (show one year timing) _____________, 20__ to and including _______________, 20__, and may be terminated at an earlier time by mutual consent. This License may be modified in a subsequent writing signed by both Marchal and Licensee.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed:

Date: _____________________ _________________________________
Jeffrey L. Marchal

LICENSEE

Date: _____________________ _______________________________
By:
Title:

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Karen http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11341 Karen Sun, 06 Apr 2008 18:25:03 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11341 To Teresa, I'm in similar position with my 92 lb. mixed breed. She injured her right hind leg last year and was given Rimadyl pending surgery. The Rimadyl caused severe liver problems that almost killed her. She recovered, but surgery was no longer an option. Her leg healed enough that she was able to use it again,but now she has injured the other leg. Have been to two vets & both think she needs surgery, but the liver issue looms large as well as the fact that the right leg can not bear her weight normally. Am trying to decide how to proceed-love her like a child. Any info appreciated. To Teresa, I’m in similar position with my 92 lb. mixed breed. She injured her right hind leg last year and was given Rimadyl pending surgery. The Rimadyl caused severe liver problems that almost killed her. She recovered, but surgery was no longer an option. Her leg healed enough that she was able to use it again,but now she has injured the other leg. Have been to two vets & both think she needs surgery, but the liver issue looms large as well as the fact that the right leg can not bear her weight normally. Am trying to decide how to proceed-love her like a child. Any info appreciated.

]]> Comment on Dogs & Society by Kathe http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dogs-society/#comment-11336 Kathe Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:31:43 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dogs-society/#comment-11336 I agree. I ordered a shirt from her at the Chicago International dog show in February and have not received mine either. Has not responded to email either. I agree. I ordered a shirt from her at the Chicago International dog show in February and have not received mine either. Has not responded to email either.

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Sue http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11324 Sue Thu, 03 Apr 2008 16:33:39 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11324 This site has been the most informative so far for me. Our 7 1/2 yr. old beagle has not had x-rays yet but vet. thinks it is ACL tear. After reading these posts I believe now that it has gradually been tearing. He has appeared stiff upon getting up for months, occasionally limped, and sometimes had difficulty getting up on his hind legs. About 1 year ago, when he couldn't get up on his hind legs, the vet said it was his back and took x-rays, but they didn't reveal anything. He would always recover in a few days. He suddenly now hops along on 3 legs with very little weight bearing tolerance. Vet also said only solution is surgery but did mention all 3 options. For the next week he is on Rimadyl and we put ice on the knee 3x/day. So far, not much improvement. I am leaning towards the brace or extracapsular procedure, based on the discussions. For those of you who have gone this route, how restrictive do you need to keep the dog following the procedure; what about a dog that goes nuts when crated or confined but yet also goes nuts when the UPS man comes to the door or sees a squirrel in the yard? Does anyone know how to determine what the right course is for your dog? This site has been the most informative so far for me. Our 7 1/2 yr. old beagle has not had x-rays yet but vet. thinks it is ACL tear. After reading these posts I believe now that it has gradually been tearing. He has appeared stiff upon getting up for months, occasionally limped, and sometimes had difficulty getting up on his hind legs. About 1 year ago, when he couldn’t get up on his hind legs, the vet said it was his back and took x-rays, but they didn’t reveal anything. He would always recover in a few days. He suddenly now hops along on 3 legs with very little weight bearing tolerance. Vet also said only solution is surgery but did mention all 3 options. For the next week he is on Rimadyl and we put ice on the knee 3x/day. So far, not much improvement. I am leaning towards the brace or extracapsular procedure, based on the discussions. For those of you who have gone this route, how restrictive do you need to keep the dog following the procedure; what about a dog that goes nuts when crated or confined but yet also goes nuts when the UPS man comes to the door or sees a squirrel in the yard? Does anyone know how to determine what the right course is for your dog?

]]> Comment on Are No-Kill Shelters a Scam? by luis ortiz http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/02/01/are-no-kill-shelters-a-scam/#comment-11317 luis ortiz Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:57:20 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/02/16/are-no-kill-shelters-a-scam/#comment-11317 Hello, I'm looking for information on purchasing a mobile spay/neuter clinic for Puerto Rico. I appreciate your help. Luis Ortiz Hello,
I’m looking for information on purchasing a mobile spay/neuter clinic for Puerto Rico.
I appreciate your help.

Luis Ortiz

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Sally J. Foot D.V.M. http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11312 Sally J. Foot D.V.M. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:32:23 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11312 For dogs that may not be able to handle surgery or due to money problems or just the client can not decide what to do yet, use the A-TraC brace. It works well, and I can see how it would really help with the surgical cases. It may also save a dogs life if the owner feels that there is a choice between surgery and euthanasia. It may look cumbersome, but there is no problem with urination, defecation or walking. It is a bit tricky to put it on the first time, but follow the instructions at it all works out well. thanks so much for this amazing brace………….. For dogs that may not be able to handle surgery or due to money problems or just the client can not decide what to do yet, use the A-TraC brace. It works well, and I can see how it would really help with the surgical cases. It may also save a dogs life if the owner feels that there is a choice between surgery and euthanasia. It may look cumbersome, but there is no problem with urination, defecation or walking. It is a bit tricky to put it on the first time, but follow the instructions at it all works out well.

thanks so much for this amazing brace…………..

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Lori Jo Salomon http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11311 Lori Jo Salomon Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:26:45 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11311 To say that this has been a success is an understatement. Maggie is very comfortable in the A-TraC brace and it has allowed us to take much, much longer walks with absolutely no signs of pain or limping. She puts full weight on the injured leg which she absolutely could not do before using the brace. Once you get the hang of putting the brace on it is simple and quick to do. The A-TraC Dynamic Brace has been a true miracle for us and for Maggie! To say that this has been a success is an understatement. Maggie is very comfortable in the A-TraC brace and it has allowed us to take much, much longer walks with absolutely no signs of pain or limping. She puts full weight on the injured leg which she absolutely could not do before using the brace. Once you get the hang of putting the brace on it is simple and quick to do.

The A-TraC Dynamic Brace has been a true miracle for us and for Maggie!

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Bill G. http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11268 Bill G. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:35:44 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11268 Suzanne, if your dog can tolerate the brace (some don't...you need to give it some time...more than a day or two)...yes it probably will help. Even though my dog had problems with the fit, when it was on, there was a noticeable improvement in his stance and weight bearing. You really need to get the x-ray as stressed by WoundWear literature. It is very difficult to estimate the length of the tibia without it...more like luck if you get it correctly. It is plainly stated that the brace can not be returned for money back. Nobody put a gun to your head. You can not return any human orthopedic appliance once it has been worn either. It would be like trying on underwear and then returning it to get your money back. I took the same gamble in hopes of preventing another surgery on my dog (he had been through the wringer before I rescued him), unfortunately it did not work for me. I've whizzed more $$$ away on stupider stuff than my dog... 6 weeks post extracapsular now, Duke is already back to where he was pre-complete ACL tear. With luck he will improve more (his partial tear was probably a year or more old with scarring and joint damage) and be able to do more doggy things like run without looking like a bunny. Suzanne, if your dog can tolerate the brace (some don’t…you need to give it some time…more than a day or two)…yes it probably will help. Even though my dog had problems with the fit, when it was on, there was a noticeable improvement in his stance and weight bearing. You really need to get the x-ray as stressed by WoundWear literature. It is very difficult to estimate the length of the tibia without it…more like luck if you get it correctly.

It is plainly stated that the brace can not be returned for money back. Nobody put a gun to your head. You can not return any human orthopedic appliance once it has been worn either. It would be like trying on underwear and then returning it to get your money back. I took the same gamble in hopes of preventing another surgery on my dog (he had been through the wringer before I rescued him), unfortunately it did not work for me. I’ve whizzed more $$$ away on stupider stuff than my dog…

6 weeks post extracapsular now, Duke is already back to where he was pre-complete ACL tear. With luck he will improve more (his partial tear was probably a year or more old with scarring and joint damage) and be able to do more doggy things like run without looking like a bunny.

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by Teresa http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11150 Teresa Fri, 21 Mar 2008 04:58:54 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11150 My black lab will be needing his second acl surgery this at 8 years of age. He had two surgeries on his other leg when he was 3 and then 4 years of age. He has extreme arthritus in the leg previously repaired twice, and does not bare much if any weight on it even now that the other leg has torn the acl. I'm sick with wondering if surgery will improve his quality of life since his other leg never fully recovered/ is paining him so much. Going to see a second specialist tomorrow and see what they suggest. Teresa My black lab will be needing his second acl surgery this at 8 years of age. He had two surgeries on his other leg when he was 3 and then 4 years of age. He has extreme arthritus in the leg previously repaired twice, and does not bare much if any weight on it even now that the other leg has torn the acl. I’m sick with wondering if surgery will improve his quality of life since his other leg never fully recovered/ is paining him so much. Going to see a second specialist tomorrow and see what they suggest.

Teresa

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by suzanne http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11118 suzanne Wed, 19 Mar 2008 22:51:40 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11118 I called one of the vets in my area that were on the Wound Wear site under Vet Search. I was hoping they could help me measure the dog for the brace. The front desk lady told me they don't recommend the brace but they do a extracapsular acl surgery that is very effective for small older dogs and about half the price of TPLO. I was in disbelief because from what all other vets were telling me, surgery was going to be VERY invasive and require 2-4 months crate confinement for recovery and cost about $3000+. This lady was saying the dog will be good right away and it cost $1500. So I asked for some references from people who have done it. She gave me a couple references and I contacted one and listened to all the things she tried before the surgery. So feeling more comfortable with this procedure and the fact this lady was happy, I booked the surgery. My dog had it done on Monday and so far so good. She was totally out of it the first day. She is slowly learning to put her foot down, but since it has been a month since she tore the ACL she has learned to deal without the leg so reprogramming her to use it again will take some time. She is eating and drinking and resting but seems to be in good spirits. Have to go back in 2 weeks to remove the staples and see how she is doing. I recommend everyone really asking around for different types of surgeries. There are 3 types but not all vets perform all of them. This vet was the only one is my county that performed this particular surgery. I called one of the vets in my area that were on the Wound Wear site under Vet Search. I was hoping they could help me measure the dog for the brace. The front desk lady told me they don’t recommend the brace but they do a extracapsular acl surgery that is very effective for small older dogs and about half the price of TPLO. I was in disbelief because from what all other vets were telling me, surgery was going to be VERY invasive and require 2-4 months crate confinement for recovery and cost about $3000+. This lady was saying the dog will be good right away and it cost $1500. So I asked for some references from people who have done it. She gave me a couple references and I contacted one and listened to all the things she tried before the surgery. So feeling more comfortable with this procedure and the fact this lady was happy, I booked the surgery. My dog had it done on Monday and so far so good. She was totally out of it the first day. She is slowly learning to put her foot down, but since it has been a month since she tore the ACL she has learned to deal without the leg so reprogramming her to use it again will take some time. She is eating and drinking and resting but seems to be in good spirits. Have to go back in 2 weeks to remove the staples and see how she is doing. I recommend everyone really asking around for different types of surgeries. There are 3 types but not all vets perform all of them. This vet was the only one is my county that performed this particular surgery.

]]> Comment on Dog Training by alexis http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-11082 alexis Tue, 18 Mar 2008 20:39:29 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-11082 don't you think people are bad don’t you think people are bad

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by wanda http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11076 wanda Tue, 18 Mar 2008 03:19:53 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11076 Decided on a woundwear brace after our 9 year old dog was diagnosed with a torn ACL. Unfortunately he hated it and refused to tolerate it. Also, unfortunately, after 3 hours of use, we're stuck with a $325 brace. Our fault that we purchased from someone that doesn't guarantee their product under any circumstance. BUYER BEWARE -- if you are considering the woundwear brace!! Unfortunately (again) since you can't ask your dog if he'll like it means you might be out $$$. Anyone needing a size O right brace, let me know. Decided on a woundwear brace after our 9 year old dog was diagnosed with a torn ACL. Unfortunately he hated it and refused to tolerate it. Also, unfortunately, after 3 hours of use, we’re stuck with a $325 brace. Our fault that we purchased from someone that doesn’t guarantee their product under any circumstance. BUYER BEWARE — if you are considering the woundwear brace!! Unfortunately (again) since you can’t ask your dog if he’ll like it means you might be out $$$. Anyone needing a size O right brace, let me know.

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by chelsea http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11046 chelsea Thu, 13 Mar 2008 03:38:28 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11046 John That is really terrible and disturbing . I think you should join the Orthopets group. All those people are dealing with various ortho issues, alot of surgerys. There is a ton of info here. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/groups/orthodogs/ I hope the best for you dog, keep us posted. John
That is really terrible and disturbing . I think you should join the Orthopets group. All those people are dealing with various ortho issues, alot of surgerys. There is a ton of info here. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/groups/orthodogs/
I hope the best for you dog, keep us posted.

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by suzanne http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11044 suzanne Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:58:49 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11044 Bill G. I am considering getting the brace you got and am wondering if you think it would have worked on a dog with less muscular legs? I have a 12 year old Beagle with a torn ACL and I really don't want her to under go surgery. Does anyone know the difference of the Woundwear brace vs the ones sold on Handicapped pets.com or orthopets? Do those not stay in place as well as the woundwear brace? Bill G.

I am considering getting the brace you got and am wondering if you think it would have worked on a dog with less muscular legs? I have a 12 year old Beagle with a torn ACL and I really don’t want her to under go surgery. Does anyone know the difference of the Woundwear brace vs the ones sold on Handicapped pets.com or orthopets? Do those not stay in place as well as the woundwear brace?

]]> Comment on Dogs face epidemic of knee-ligament injuries by john http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11035 john Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:18:55 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/04/11/dogs-face-epidemic-of-knee-ligament-injuries/#comment-11035 my chow was operated on for tplo knee surgery today at 3:00 I received a call from the Dr that all went well and I could pick her up in the morn at of all times 6:30 am to accomadate the Dr. because he had other apts. off site, after shopping around for the best Dr. securing a 21% interest for a paymt plan for $3000. surgery plus overnight stay fee. At 10:30 this same night I received a call from the Dr. who said Molly (my dog) could not walk on either rear leg after the surgery My first thaught was that the Dr needed to pay for a new car so he decided to break her other knee. To my surprise he admitted that the anistisha they had given her injured her spine and the only possible recovery would be medication... I'm meeting him at 6:am What recourse do we have if the meds don't work? my chow was operated on for tplo knee surgery today at 3:00 I received a call from the Dr that all went well and I could pick her up in the morn at of all times 6:30 am to accomadate the Dr. because he had other apts. off site, after shopping around for the best Dr. securing a 21% interest for a paymt plan for $3000. surgery plus overnight stay fee. At 10:30 this same night I received a call from the Dr. who said Molly (my dog) could not walk on either rear leg after the surgery
My first thaught was that the Dr needed to pay for a new car so he decided to break her other knee. To my surprise he admitted that the anistisha they had given her injured her spine and the only possible recovery would be medication… I’m meeting him at 6:am What recourse do we have if the meds don’t work?

]]> Comment on So You Think You Can Just Adopt a Dog? by Beth http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/03/23/so-you-think-you-can-just-adopt-a-dog/#comment-10968 Beth Thu, 06 Mar 2008 20:56:55 +0000 https://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/2006/03/23/so-you-think-you-can-just-adopt-a-dog/#comment-10968 I cannot tell you how frustrated I am with this process. I have had dogs all of my life and want the same for my daughters. They are young, but I am a responsible, dog-savvy adult who thinks she can make her own decisions regarding having a pet in the house. How wrong I was! And the cost - are these people crazy?!? $350 from a RESCUE?? How on earth can these same people try and tell you that going to a pet store is irresponsible? If my family does get a dog from a pet store, it will be BECAUSE of people like this. I know that we could provide a positive, loving home for a dog. How sad that these people who love dogs so much will stop that from happening. I cannot tell you how frustrated I am with this process. I have had dogs all of my life and want the same for my daughters. They are young, but I am a responsible, dog-savvy adult who thinks she can make her own decisions regarding having a pet in the house. How wrong I was! And the cost – are these people crazy?!? $350 from a RESCUE?? How on earth can these same people try and tell you that going to a pet store is irresponsible? If my family does get a dog from a pet store, it will be BECAUSE of people like this.

I know that we could provide a positive, loving home for a dog. How sad that these people who love dogs so much will stop that from happening.

]]> Comment on Super Dogs by poodle breeders http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/super-dogs/#comment-10965 poodle breeders Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:49:15 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/super-dogs/#comment-10965 Hey my sister donated a puppy to canines with a cause and now he's a Certified Mobility Assistance Dog, his names beau. It's amazing what dogs can be trained to do. Hey my sister donated a puppy to canines with a cause and now he’s a Certified Mobility Assistance Dog, his names beau. It’s amazing what dogs can be trained to do.

]]> Comment on Dog Training by Lauren Kane http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-10962 Lauren Kane Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:52:14 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-10962 I have a 6 month old male lab and I was looking into getting him trained to be a service dog. Everything I have found so far is to get a puppy from the organization but not to actually train the dog I already have. If anybody knows any information that could help I would really appreciate it. Thanks, Lauren I have a 6 month old male lab and I was looking into getting him trained to be a service dog. Everything I have found so far is to get a puppy from the organization but not to actually train the dog I already have. If anybody knows any information that could help I would really appreciate it.
Thanks,
Lauren

]]> Comment on Dog Training by Kristen Hutchison http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-10959 Kristen Hutchison Thu, 06 Mar 2008 03:32:10 +0000 http://pittsburghdogs.wordpress.com/dog-training/#comment-10959 I have a beagle/coonhound mix that is very canine aggressive, I would love to find someone to rehabilitate her. I am at my wits end!!!!!!!!!! I have a beagle/coonhound mix that is very canine aggressive, I would love to find someone to rehabilitate her. I am at my wits end!!!!!!!!!!

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