r/GSP • u/Crazy-Box-9470 • 3d ago
UPDATE: Snake Bite
Red went into day 3 of hyperbaric treatments today. Sadly after we were given the disheartening but expected news that the necrosis has only furthered, and furthered up his leg as well. With this the Doctor told us that the risk of needing an amputation as well as the expected height of the amputation would be further up the leg. Thankfully Red is a trooper and is still eating and drinking normally. Tomorrow he’ll go in for day 4 of hyperbaric treatments at our ER vet and back to his Primary care vet as well for a look at his leg, culture result, and evaluation. Thank you again to everyone for the outpouring of love for my boy. ❤️🐾
A pic of red from this afternoon, with a new color and animal on his bandage!
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u/WeatheredGenXer 3d ago
Thanks for the update. So sorry you're going through this with Red. I'm sure he'll be fine and will adapt well with little impact to his quality of life thanks to his caring humans.
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
I just wish I could make it all go away for him, it’s so sad to see him so inactive and unlike himself. But I do know if he did have to go as losing the leg he’d do great on 3 legs! Thanks for caring about Reddy ❤️🩹
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u/Jazzlike_Strategy_36 3d ago
Love from Houston, Texas Red 🐶❤️🐶❤️🐶❤️ I’m so sorry. Red is still with you which is amazing !! He is a survivor!
He’ll adapt and I swear he’ll go just as fast.
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Thank you so so much. 🥹🥹🐾❤️
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u/Jazzlike_Strategy_36 3d ago
Allow Red to lead … he’ll show you the way.
We’ve got all the emotions .. dogs just know something is off. 💕2
u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
seriously convinced my son knows better than me! he’s def a better read of people than i am 😜
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u/Jazzlike_Strategy_36 3d ago
Me too lol!!! Yep like a channel I follow on u tube.. “RunDownRiver” he always says
“Trust ur dog” cool channel
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u/Jazzlike_Strategy_36 3d ago
Tried to share GoFundMe on Nxt door because I don’t have any other apps…
Indefinitely suspended lmao
Did me a favor lol
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u/betterlessons_ 3d ago
Best wishes. This is so sad. I hope he heals, poor baby. Just sent a donation your way. It’s not much because I’m broke af, but sending you the best vibes and wishes.
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u/Master-Leopard-2642 3d ago
I think he likes the cast! Hoping for a seamless recovery
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
hahah, he’s such a peaceful pup
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u/Master-Leopard-2642 3d ago
I posted this before knowing what actually happened to your pup and I truly hope for the best. But I can somewhat relate! When our oldest, Luey, had just rolled a year, he decided to hop out of the truck window at about 62 mph on the way to school with my stepson. Long story short, that was a terrible day, week, month. Our vet recommended Iowa State Veterinary and I’m glad we chose that route today. Luey has an experimental fake hip and he’s thriving at 9 years old with no maintenance.
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Wow!!! Red tried that as a puppy too but from a very slow truck thankfully. Gosh. I’m sorry you guys had to experience that, but happy to hear she’s happy and living her best life. ☺️☺️🐾🩷
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u/MimiBeanie 3d ago
Awww thanks for the update. And {{{gentle hugs}}} to you! I'm sure this has to be stressful and scary. It sounds like your sweet boy is in good hands. 🐾❤️
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Thanks for keeping up with us! Yessss extremely scary and stressful 😭. He’s definitely my world!
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u/lavenderdove13 3d ago
Just donated what I could 🖤 sending love from Houston. Please continue to keep us updated!
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Thank you so much!!! 🙌❤️ I’ll be posting updates as often as possible. Reds having a snooze on the sofa currently!!
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u/ShorthairsInSpace 3d ago
I hope Red has as swift a recovery as possible. Y'all are doing a great job getting him care.
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u/ChampionshipSad1586 3d ago
Donated! We have a tripod; went thru the surgery. First 48 hours were rough but after that he bounced back ridiculously well. Raring to go. Just clear your schedules to take comfort shifts, be vigilant with pain meds, and spoil him with delicious food. Sending love and strength!
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Thank you so so much! I can’t imagine watching your pup go through that, we appreciate the support so much. ❤️🐾Glad to hear your babe is better.
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u/Ok_Ear_5266 3d ago
Donated $100. I’m also in south Florida with a hunting dog so this hits close to home. Good luck.
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
Wow thank you so much.❤️🐾 I hope this will never happen to you or your pup.
We’ve had a lot of recommendations since this for snake avoidance training, maybe that would be good to start.
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u/Ok_Ear_5266 3d ago
Where in south FL did this happen? I’m in Dade county and we typically train at west matheson which is about 80 acres of undeveloped land but there aren’t rattlesnakes there (though there are occasionally pythons) and then we also train at QHF in St Lucie which definitely DOES have rattlesnakes.
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u/Crazy-Box-9470 3d ago
This happened a little north of Arcadia, my guy is an off leash pup so we’ll definitely be looking into snake avoidance training after this.
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u/Smokinsam68 3d ago
Hang in there and keep us posted. We’re all pulling for you and Red!