Re: Lick Granuloma I just worry that a trip to the vet will be a waste of time (and money, but that's not important when it comes to our pets) and they'll just turn around and tell me to keep doing what I'm doing - buster collar and keep it clean and dry. She's only aggravated it from running around the field but it's not bothering her today and she's left it alone. I was going to give it until Monday, but I'm not sure what to do now.
Re: Lick Granuloma This is a link, not the one I was thinking of which is from the vets'. The trouble is some vets are not overly aware of the early symptoms. http://www.newforest.gov.uk/article/14110/Alabama-Rot---an-unexplained-dog-illness I have copied this from another site: So please, if your dog develops blister or small wound like lesions anywhere on their bodies, especially if within several days of a woodland type walk, then bring them to see us. The recent cases in the New Forest, showed that dogs seen in the early stages were the ones likely to survive, whereas those where lesions or illness was just watched by their owners for a few days, were more likely to die of sudden kidney failure. Equally, if your dog develops lethargy, dullness or vomiting, please call us and make an appointment – this disease attacks the body fast and the sooner we rule it in or out and start any necessary treatment (often fluids and antibiotics) then the higher the chances of your dog surviving. I really don't want to worry you, but best to be safe than sorry. Today should be ordinary surgery times so the cost shouldn't be too much, not an out of hours fee.
Re: Lick Granuloma When I saw the picture I also thought "alabama rot" - I've never actually seen either a lick granuloma or alabama rot though!
Re: Lick Granuloma Oh Lauren that looks painful, poor Penny :'( I'm with everyone else I would go to the vets. Hugs from us xxx
Re: Lick Granuloma Penny seems to be showing no other symptoms consistent with Alabama Rot - such as lethargy, vomiting, loss of appetite etc.... It's got to be extremely unlikely that it's Alabama Rot....so don't panic! Not that it sounds like you are panicking. Lauren, is there a vet number you can call to get advice on whether an actual visit is a good idea?
Re: Lick Granuloma Is that right at the back of her pad? If it is, it looks a bit like the abrasion of stopper pads that cousin Georgie had. (Just to bring some balance) We applied aloe vera lip balm and protected the pad from further trauma. If in doubt phone and speak to the vet rather than worrying though x
Re: Lick Granuloma Oberon, the first symptoms are lesions, the lethargy, loss of appetite and then kidney failure, don't happen for a further ten days or so.
Re: Lick Granuloma Since the number of cases of Alabama Rot in the UK are tiny, it's hugely unlikely. Still, all the posters in the vets say if your dog suddenly develops a lesion on its lower body or paws after walking, then have it checked out. So Stacia was right to mention it, I think...
Re: Lick Granuloma [quote author=JulieT link=topic=9239.msg132832#msg132832 date=1419713707] Still, all the posters in the vets say if your dog suddenly develops a lesion on its lower body or paws after walking, then have it checked out. So Stacia was right to mention it, I think... [/quote] Sure, it is important to think about the range of causes and then assess the likely risks associated with going to the vet versus not going to the vet e.g. Scenario 1: I went to the vet to be told that it was nothing more than a mild abrasion = no benefit, moderate cost. Scenario 2: I went to the vet to be told that it was Alabama Rot and my dog survived as a result = huge benefit, moderate cost Often we can only tell which Scenario it is in hindsight....that's what vets are for. I just did not think it was likely to be Alabama Rot, but that just means 'don't panic', definitely not 'don't bother involving the vet'
Re: Lick Granuloma The DivaDog does that to any tiny irritation she gets. Many Vet visits and pounds later we have learned to live with it by insisting she leaves anything however tiny alone. We use an antiseptic spray immediately and frequently, a light bandage if needed and are lucky enough to be able to constantly watch her.
