Not good at the moment. Dylan is under investigation for a poorly right hip. Two weeks ago at Dylan's routine annual health check, we told the vet that once or twice when getting up from the sofa he had squealed. Also jumping into the car after agility training was difficult. The vet checked him all over, but in particular stretched out his right back leg backwards and we created a squeal again of pain.
On reflection I think Dylan has always been reluctant to jump back into the car after agility training, he will often climb carefully. But he has never indicated any pain before. He has never limped, but is careful about playing with Joe - often from the lying down position! I always thought this was sweet.
Anyway the vet prescribed Rimadyl for 7 days (50mg) and rest or lead walks only (absolutely no agility) and careful up the stairs and jumping up. Within 2 hours of taking the first tablet, Dylan seemed back to his usual self. He has been on lead walks only and we have prevented him from being too boisterous indoors too. Actually he has been really good and not minded the lead walks (except when he wants a poo - he would rather walk as far away from me as possible for that lol)
He went back to the vet on Friday and is now booked in for an xray next Friday to see what is going on with his hip.
On reflection I think Dylan has always been reluctant to jump back into the car after agility training, he will often climb carefully. But he has never indicated any pain before. He has never limped, but is careful about playing with Joe - often from the lying down position! I always thought this was sweet.
Anyway the vet prescribed Rimadyl for 7 days (50mg) and rest or lead walks only (absolutely no agility) and careful up the stairs and jumping up. Within 2 hours of taking the first tablet, Dylan seemed back to his usual self. He has been on lead walks only and we have prevented him from being too boisterous indoors too. Actually he has been really good and not minded the lead walks (except when he wants a poo - he would rather walk as far away from me as possible for that lol)
He went back to the vet on Friday and is now booked in for an xray next Friday to see what is going on with his hip.
Over Easter we went up to York to stay with my Dad. Dylan and Joe managed a whole day walking around York (with a bus ride home)without any issues.
Both dogs enjoyed sleeping on the bed (a real treat as that does not happen at home!). We had a couple of days at the Hare and Hounds Easter Agility Show meeting up with Joanne and Paul with Jasper, Freddie and Darcey (see blog on front page). Dylan did no agility, but I had a go at running Freddie over a couple of courses. However he was too much of a mummy's boy so didn't really want to run with me!
Camping was freezing cold, however we did cook a rather good spag. bol. followed by chocolate cake & custard! I helped scriming all day on Monday while Joanne judged her courses, and that was enough distraction from not having a dog to run. Also Joe had a little go in the ring after we had set up on Sunday evening. He did really well following my instruction and did a fab wait on the line. Here are a few pictures of our time in York and at Hare 'n' Hounds.
Both dogs enjoyed sleeping on the bed (a real treat as that does not happen at home!). We had a couple of days at the Hare and Hounds Easter Agility Show meeting up with Joanne and Paul with Jasper, Freddie and Darcey (see blog on front page). Dylan did no agility, but I had a go at running Freddie over a couple of courses. However he was too much of a mummy's boy so didn't really want to run with me!
Camping was freezing cold, however we did cook a rather good spag. bol. followed by chocolate cake & custard! I helped scriming all day on Monday while Joanne judged her courses, and that was enough distraction from not having a dog to run. Also Joe had a little go in the ring after we had set up on Sunday evening. He did really well following my instruction and did a fab wait on the line. Here are a few pictures of our time in York and at Hare 'n' Hounds.
Enjoying bedspace
Crossing the River Foss into York City Centre
Snoozing and cuddling!
All set up at HnH Easter Show with Jo & Paul
Is was cold!
Joe snuggled in for the night!
Happy Joe!
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So cute!
Luke & Joe by the Roman Column
Dylan asleep on the sofa next to me!
Dylan curled up in his bed :-)
Jo with Darcey, Jasper & Freddie
On the Stray in York - Dylan being really good on a long lead
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Waiting to walk around York
Waiting outside WHSmiths on Coney Street
That cannot be comfy?!
Freddie found a better seat on Luke!
Really really cold!
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