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Metacam
Our 6 year old shiz poo was recently diagnosed with possible inflammation of the disc in the back. He weighs about 20.5 pounds and is considered long. He had x-rays taken Thursday and nothing definitive showed up in the x-rays, but the vet is sure there is some degeneration in the disc area as it is very painful when anyone attempts to touch that area. He was given a shot of Metacam and a sedative for the x-ray. We were given an approximate dosage enough to last for 10 days to 2 weeks. All night long he paces, and whimpers, so we are not sure if he is pain or just scared
I was looking for feedback from people with dogs who took Metacam and also if there are any other suggestions. Right now it is very difficult for him to urinate or "poop" as he loses his balance easily. So, if there is anyone out there that can help please let us know thanks |
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garyb welcome aboard! I have a sick cat right now that had been prescribed metacam for pain. I have gone and seen another vet and that vet told me today that they only use metacam as a last resort in a cat that is end state?? it may have caused some of the complications I am going through..... but by the sounds of it I wouldnt continue....I would be back in touch with the vet and let them know whats goign on. metacam is extrememly hard on the kidneys, liver etc..
Good luck Cindy
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Just wondering if it is different for a dog. I "googled" the product and found a lot of good things said about it. I think to that the whimpering is caused by the fact that he seems to sleep on his side. My wife actually slept on a small couch last night with Mackenzie (the dog) tucked in beside her. He was on his stomach and there was no whimpering at all.
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I have never dealt with this particular issue so have no other suggestions. If you posted a new thread with disc inflammation and degeneration in the title you might get more responses from people who have dealt with similar problems. that Mackenzie feels better soon. Keep us posted.
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My 14 year old ACD, Cuddles, must have hurt her back or tail recently. Pain was causing her to get stressed out,restless and panting, then when I tried to lift her tail to take her temperature she yelped. When squatting to urinate she couldn't lift her tail and would even abort the idea. Just two daily doses of Metacam got her over it, garyb, so hope the Metacam is of some help to your poor dog.
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It might be that the metacam just is not strong enough for the amount of pain. My girl (dog) had invertebral disk disease and significant spinal spondylosis in her old age and metacam didn't touch it for pain. Some dogs react differently to meds than other dogs do. I suggest you inform your Vet about what is going on. Perhaps a different med. will work better.
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I just came on to ask about Metacam and any known side-effects and saw your thread. Sounds like your dog and mine have about the same problem so I'll be watching for helpful information for sure!
Today was Bobby's first dose of Metacam and I'm watching him very carefully since he doesn't tolerate drugs well at all. Good luck with your dog!
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We are starting day 3 of the Metacam today. I've noticed a very slight improvement between yesterday and today. He has a terrific appetite (which he doesn't normally have) in the mornings, so it has been easier than we thought to give him the meds. The only minor problem so far is opening his mouth to squirt the "stuff" down, but my wife has become an expert at that.
The vet told us it would possibly take the full 10 days to 2 weeks to see any big improvement. So we will continue to give him the Metacam, keep his walking to a minimum (which will be very difficult). We tried a cage at one time a while ago and he refused to stay in it and it would probably cause more bad than good. A small wagon was also suggested, but he hates them (as you can see we spoiled him and he is very finicky). So, hoping for more feedback and a big hug to all the pets out there that are going through these trying times. |
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garyb, I never squirt the metacam into the mouth. It must be palatable because if you squirt it on their food they just scoff it down. I myself have a worn disc and some slipped vertebraes causing some problems and anti-inflammatories help so much. I wish they worked as well as Cuddle's metacam though, she only needed two doses. I had been wondering if your vet had suggested cage rest. Pity your little dog isn't used to being in one.
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GaryB I too have used Metacam for both my girls with much success. It has a sweet honey taste to it. Neither liked it directly in their mouth but didn't seem to notice hiding it in their food. It could take a few days or several weeks to kick in but it must be working seeing his appetite is better
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Wondering if anybody's pet just sort of falls over as if they are drugged? We have to carry him to the spots where he does his thing and because his legs seem to give out as if there is no strength in them at all. When it comes time for him to urinate we actually have to look under him to make sure he is going.
He doesn't seem to mind the Metacam in his mouth as it is usually followed with his cream cheese treat. As I mentioned before we tried a cage with him and it was a lost cause. I'm sure his anxiety level is pretty high right now and we just want to keep him as rested as possible. He is sleeping more today, so I guess that's a good sign. He actually slept a few hours in his own bed last night before he woke up and started to whine. |
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