Craig 1965
Warren Veteran
Hello everybun. Following on from Henrys paw thread about 4-5 weeks ago, here is the final update from the vet visit today.
There's a thread in Health about an incident with Henry last night and this was something the vet is pondering.
As far as Henry's paw is concerned, she is satisfied that his paw is now sufficiently healed although in her opinion, it is still weak due to the fact he has not been using it fully for the last 4 weeks. So it's lacking muscle strength. That's perfectly understandible. But his paw is now the right shape, it weight bears and Henry is using it fully without hinderence. He has also gained an additional 50g so he is 1.95kg.
But Henry isn't without an additional problem. Henry's eye that flared up a few weeks ago, is continuing to weep tear fluid. There are a number of possible causes that this could be. It may be a blocked tear duct, it might be a genetically narrow tear duct or there is a possibility that it could be infected with some other germ. So after some discussion and deliberation, we agreed the best practice was to take a swab and have the fluid analysed and we can then rule in or rule out what the underlying issue is and treat it. Results from the swab are due back on Thursday so we will know by then.
I feel for little Henry, I really do. I feel as if his predicament is somehow my fault - even though there will be a huge chorus of "it's not your fault Craig". The poor little bun has been through it for the last few months and all he and I want is for him to be healthy and free from funny eyes and sore paws. And it's vital for Lillian who is so completely dependant on Henry for her wellbeing. Watching them go outside, it is so obvious Lillian follows Henry constantly and is at her most relaxed when she is near him, so it is essential that I can get Henry all healed up. The episode with him last night was probably the icing on the cake for me and after another 4 hours kip (on the sofa), I am short on energy today. But Henry seems fine today. He deserves a good healthy life - it is his right and in some way I feel I'm letting him down on that right now.
I'll update the thread when the results are in and take it from there.
Thank you all again for following his little journey. Henry sends nose bumps to you all. It is nice to know you are all there, interested.
Thank you - Craig x
There's a thread in Health about an incident with Henry last night and this was something the vet is pondering.
As far as Henry's paw is concerned, she is satisfied that his paw is now sufficiently healed although in her opinion, it is still weak due to the fact he has not been using it fully for the last 4 weeks. So it's lacking muscle strength. That's perfectly understandible. But his paw is now the right shape, it weight bears and Henry is using it fully without hinderence. He has also gained an additional 50g so he is 1.95kg.
But Henry isn't without an additional problem. Henry's eye that flared up a few weeks ago, is continuing to weep tear fluid. There are a number of possible causes that this could be. It may be a blocked tear duct, it might be a genetically narrow tear duct or there is a possibility that it could be infected with some other germ. So after some discussion and deliberation, we agreed the best practice was to take a swab and have the fluid analysed and we can then rule in or rule out what the underlying issue is and treat it. Results from the swab are due back on Thursday so we will know by then.
I feel for little Henry, I really do. I feel as if his predicament is somehow my fault - even though there will be a huge chorus of "it's not your fault Craig". The poor little bun has been through it for the last few months and all he and I want is for him to be healthy and free from funny eyes and sore paws. And it's vital for Lillian who is so completely dependant on Henry for her wellbeing. Watching them go outside, it is so obvious Lillian follows Henry constantly and is at her most relaxed when she is near him, so it is essential that I can get Henry all healed up. The episode with him last night was probably the icing on the cake for me and after another 4 hours kip (on the sofa), I am short on energy today. But Henry seems fine today. He deserves a good healthy life - it is his right and in some way I feel I'm letting him down on that right now.
I'll update the thread when the results are in and take it from there.
Thank you all again for following his little journey. Henry sends nose bumps to you all. It is nice to know you are all there, interested.
Thank you - Craig x
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