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09-10-2008, 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by reddobes  This is a neurologic test for what is called conscious proprioception (CP) - which basically means the signal going back from a foot to the brain to tell the brain where that foot is in space. We often will turn the foot over while supporting the dog to see if they right the foot immediately. Normally, the dog will recognize immediately that the foot does not belong that way and fix it. Sometimes very compliant dogs will leave the foot however you place it just to please you, but typically delays in righting the foot and nails scuffing when walking can be indicators that CPs are decreased.
CPs can be decreased for various reasons, but - IVDD (disk disease that causes compression of the spinal cord) and degenerative myelopathy are the most common. | Sorry I wasn't back on line till now. Thank you Reddobe for explaining why I wanted to know if she could right her foot on her own. I could never have expained it that well. Please let us know what the vet says when you bring your girl in. I do hope she is okay. | 
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09-11-2008, 09:34 AM
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| Candi is at the vets now-The wife took her this AM. I will let you know how we make out-I am truly worried sick over this!!!!!!!!!!!! | |
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09-11-2008, 10:26 AM
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| Candi was given Prednisolone.. She needs to go back to the vet Friday and have xrays under anesthesia to rule out cancer-wobbler or just a pulled muscle,, I will keep you posted | |
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09-11-2008, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by SARGE2008 Candi was given Prednisolone.. She needs to go back to the vet Friday and have xrays under anesthesia to rule out cancer-wobbler or just a pulled muscle,, I will keep you posted | I will be thinking good thoughts for Candi make sure you keep that puppy away from for awhile. | |
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09-11-2008, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by SARGE2008 Candi was given Prednisolone.. She needs to go back to the vet Friday and have xrays under anesthesia to rule out cancer-wobbler or just a pulled muscle,, I will keep you posted | Prednisone is often used as an anti-inflammatory, so it makes sense your Vet would start her on it. It is approximately four times the strength of that contained in hydrocortisone. Hopefully she won't remain on it too long, as it does have some side affects.
Let us know what the Vet says on Friday.
You are very much in my thoughts. Huge hugs to you and Candi!
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09-11-2008, 01:36 PM
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| Thanks for the update. I really worry about symptoms you described as I lost a girl to CVI too. It showed up in the rear years before the front tho.
I hope she is going to be okay and let us know what happens Friday please. | |
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09-11-2008, 05:46 PM
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| I will definately let you all know what is happening-The med are kicking in and she is more active but her legs are still unsturdy--I truly feel that it is wobblers. I am hoping for the best and she can work through it-Thanks everyone--Candi  | |
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09-11-2008, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by SARGE2008 I will definately let you all know what is happening-The med are kicking in and she is more active but her legs are still unsturdy--I truly feel that it is wobblers. I am hoping for the best and she can work through it-Thanks everyone--Candi | My Shelby Girl's Wobblers/CVI was effectively managed with a low dose of Prednisone for many years. We upped the dose if her symptoms became more severe, then edged the dose back down to allow her to maintain well.
Don't give up.
I would suggest keeping her somewhat "confined" until she is less symptomatic.
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09-11-2008, 09:08 PM
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09-11-2008, 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by DobeMomToo My Shelby Girl's Wobblers/CVI was effectively managed with a low dose of Prednisone for many years. We upped the dose if her symptoms became more severe, then edged the dose back down to allow her to maintain well.
Don't give up.
I would suggest keeping her somewhat "confined" until she is less symptomatic. | How old was the dog when diagnosed ans how long did he or she live?
I am very hopeful that this can be treated and she can live a somewhat normal life on low doses of meds...Thanks for the reply and kind words from everyone--We appreciate the support it is very hard as she is a VERY huge member of our family.......I owned her since about 11 weeks and she will be 10 on 11/01/08 | |
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