Posts made by maxamali

Medicine is at home I can't think of it right off hand…will let you know...

Good question…I'll check with my vet...

Two weeks ago I posted a note regarding my female Basenji-Amali. I mentioned that she was lame in her left leg and was fishing for any insight regarding the symptons that I was noticing. I have since sent her to a surgeon for a formal diagnosis/prognosis. She was diagnosed with a hyperextension of her left carpal. Basically her wrist (not elbow as I origionally suggested). The doctor described it as a complete breakdown of all intracarpal ligaments. A joint tap (withdrawl of fluid from the inflammation of the joint) was done and the fluid came out normal. Since I saw a surgeon I got a surgeon's opinion which was a procedure that requires the implantation of a plate to fuse the joint. This procedure is called a carpal arthodesis. It is invasive and expensive..$4,000….though their is a success rate to this procedure the surgeon felt it will eventually need to be done to the right front leg as well since there is early indication of the same diagnosis. The post-op treatment is lengthy and complications could develop.Long story short I am electing to go without surgery and treat with anti-inflammatory medicine as well as a joint supplement. My vet as assured me that the dog is happy and can live as normal of a life as possible given this type of injury. Thanks for the feedback.

I have been feeding both B's IAMS weight control…..

Hey out there…. just joined this forum and am anxious to meet other basenji owners! I have two..Max and Amali. I got Amali (18mos) from B.R.A.T. good little girl but have noticed she has become lame in her left front leg...developed a mass on her first joint...I doubt any of you are vets...however I am curious if any of you have encountered similiar condition in front legs....both front legs tend to bow out at this same joint..anyway i have consulted with my vet and will be seeing a specialist tomorrow for evaluation...I guess I am looking to see if this condition is breed specific or just unfortunate twist of fate.....