"How did this go for a week before anybody noticed something was wrong? I know that I wait a few days to see if a limp or something goes away-but this sounds bad-what were the symptoms?"

"First, God Bless you for taking in a stray. I've done it too...its a BIG responsibility and a BIG job sometimes. It also tugs at your heartstrings when things do not go well. But when they do - it makes it worthwhile. I plan to post some "Happy Ending Stories" when I get some time. One of the things you can also do to make her comfortable is to keep some ice on the area to keep the swelling down. Inflamation will be your biggest enemy along with the infection. Many times Vets have "Stray Funds" set up to help out in situations like this. If this Vet doesnt, call aound and see if you can find one that does. Exactly how much is the Vet wanting to charge for the Rehab? Again, God Bless for stepping up to the plate.. I know the courage it takes to do it... Smile.. its worth it when you finally find a good home for her."

"hi how are you? i dont know how old this ad is but i was in the same boat i have a pom that i have taken nothing is wrong with him at all he is not even limping. some lady just drove up and threw him over the fence in someone else yard. so i got him from those ppl. i do not have the money for the vet bill but a nurse told me i could push it out on my own. i just want to know is there anything i can do and i dont want to take her to any shelter i decided that he deserves someone who is going to love him so i am keeping him. but is it really possible to push it out then get antibiotics pls let me email me shortlady1986@yahoo.com"

"Being in Bulgaria makes it different in getting help. Unfortunately, we get lots of scams or tricks from people that try to get money from other people, so probably nobody will send you any money. In this state, there isn't hardly any money to help injured dogs. Spinal cord injuries are odd. From what you are saying-it's like the spinal cord was bruised or something and it isn't letting the back legs work. Time should let the spinal cord heal-the bruising go away and the dog could get it's legs back. If you try to push or poke around the spine, it will injure the dog more and the dog will never get use of its legs. Also don't use human medicine like aspirin or Tylenol for pain as that ruins the kidneys. For a wheel chair for the dog- even in Bulgaria you should be able to make one your self for very little money. get some old wheels on an axle-a cart- tricycle-a children's wagon- baby stroller and use metal braces to attach the axle to a board that supports the dog. Pad and cover the board so the dog doesn't get sores from the board. If the dog can't use its legs, it can't go to the bathroom like a regular dog. Fix a harness to the wheel thing and the dog has a wheel chair. With the hard ships that you've had in Bulgaria because of WW II and the Russians ruling your country, I'm sure that you're used to making things by your self, but your sadness about this dog has stopped you from making a wheel chair for the dog."