When their dachshund diagnosed with intervertebral disc disease, which can be a huge and overwhelming time. I understand, as I have been through it. But what I learned from my experience, I now share with others hoping to bring some comfort and hope to those facing the same situation.
One of the most important things you can do is educate yourself on the disc disease. There are many support groups ready to help, as the list of Dodgers and Red Handicapped Pets Dachshund, just to name a few. They are available to provide you with many articles and resources to answer your questions. In the list of the Dodgers and the Red Dachshund can become a part of his Yahoo email group to receive free support from its members.
If your veterinarian is not specialized in the disease Disc ask for a referral to a veterinary specialist in spinal injuries. Make an appointment with the specialist to review all options and what you can do to best help your pet recover to full capacity.
Patience with recovery time and nursing your dachshund is crucial. Whether or not your dachshund has surgery, healing time is at least eight weeks. It is imperative to have her dachshund strict cage rest, so the disc can heal and that your dog has the best chance of walking again. This may seem difficult at first. You may want to bring their human feelings to her dachshund who are depressed simply thinking to his cage. But like a child, you're a parent and must fulfill its resting Dachshund 24 / 7 for the next eight weeks. This will greatly improve your chances of a full recovery.
Keep a positive attitude. I am a firm believer of our dogs can read our emotions. If your dachshund is no way happy, he can collect on it. To remain optimistic and tell your dog how big he / she is watching and doing. Keep the box of the dogs in an occupied part of the house so that he / she feels like they're not missing anything. This will also help them feel safe and not abandoned.
Connect with others your area that may have been through this before. Being able to talk with others can help ease their concerns and not feel so alone. Talk to your local vet and ask if know of any other person who has a dachshund with IVDD and you'd be willing to talk to you. Or call your local animal hospital and ask if they offer any type of support as they go through the process of caring for her dachshund.
Never lose hope. Even after 8-12 weeks if you think your dog sausage, you can not recover full use of his legs, not the time to quit. These dogs can truly live the quality life with the help of a dog wheelchair. Various research companies through the Internet that offer this option, so if you are faced with the decision you know where to turn when the time comes.
Last but not least, be thankful. Animals have a way to face adversity with dignity and grace. It will show you exactly what it means to overcome a challenge to be positive. Find the blessing in the lessons they teach and share it with others. Be thankful for your little one is here and your mind and spirit is happy and full.
Barbara Techel is the author of “Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog,” a 2008 National Best Book awarded by USA Book News. A true, inspirational story about her dachshund that started out walking in life until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom fit for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Visit Barbara at http://www.joyfulpaws.com
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