Katrinka Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 (edited) Well, exactly a week ago Solly bolted across the road (very quiet one!) and was hit by a car I allowed the situation to settle down a bit befor sharing. Thankfully, the car driver bracked very well, and there was a very kind lady who showed us the new location of the Emergency, so in about 20 minutes we were there. The damage turned out to be: shock, brocken front leg, dislocated hip, collapsed lung and a lot of cuts and bruises, especially on legs and tummy. It was an absolutely horrible picture All staff in Emergency and Specialist centre was very nice and very caring, he was stabilized and the hip was put in place. We transfered Solly next day to our vet, and yesterday he had an operation on the front leg - plates inserted. The back leg is still sore and swollen. The lungs are a lot better. He will stay in the Hospital till Saturday, probably. We are so glad Park Ridge hospital looked so well after him! We visited every day, and the first two days we was crying badly, to tell us about how hard the life is:( But then he realised we haven't abandoned him. If anybody woud have some tips and tricks about looking after dog in such condition, it would be much appreciated I'll take a photo of Solly as soon as he is back home. Edited April 1, 2009 by Katrinka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheridan Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Sorry to hear about Solly. Is he crate trained? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyosha Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Ouch! Love and hugs to you both. I haven't had to look after a loved one like this, but I'm sure there'll be lot's of folks on here with excellent advice . I'm glad you had somewhere so good and so close to get such excellent care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Wishing him a speedy recovery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katrinka Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share Posted April 1, 2009 Our other dog, Stella spent quite a lot of time in the crate (she had operations on both knees). There was a bit of rival between them after that, so I hope Solly will see crating as little victory. We plan to keep him in crate when we are away - 2 weeks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheridan Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Our other dog, Stella spent quite a lot of time in the crate (she had operations on both knees). There was a bit of rival between them after that, so I hope Solly will see crating as little victory. We plan to keep him in crate when we are away - 2 weeks? Sorry, not sure what you mean here. When you're away? You mean, when you're at work? Or are you going away somewhere? The vet will tell you how long Solly should be kept quiet for so discuss crating when you pick Solly up. But is Solly actually crate trained? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katrinka Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share Posted April 1, 2009 Yes, I mean when I'm at work. Didn't train him specially. He can spend the whole day inside the house though, just sleeping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyra20007 Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Best wishes to your Solly I hope he makes a speedy and full recovery. Talk to the vet about herbal calming drops to help with the stresses of an crating him, alot depends on how heavy the medications are when he comes out of hospital. I have to say it is one of my worst fears and I would be beside myself if it was one of my babies. Dogs Vs Car not a fair fight. Best of luck with your Solly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katrinka Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 Solly is coming home tomorrow!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim21 Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 Glad to hear that Solly is on his way home. good luck, hope he is starting to feel a little better, sending luv from Basil and myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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