A standing ovation, some tears of joy, and many hugs for our dear friend, Biscuit. Biscuit came into our emergency department several weeks ago for a three-day history of pelvic limb weakness, progressing to the inability to stand or walk in the hind end. Biscuit was assessed by our neurology team, where he underwent an MRI of the spine and was diagnosed with discospondylitis, a vertebral column infection. Biscuit was admitted to the hospital for intravenous fluids and antibiotics. During Biscuit's hospitalization, our surgery service performed an emergency abdominal surgery for liver lobectomy, splenectomy, and bladder repair. Our critical care team jumped into action, managing Biscuit's post-operative care. Nine days later, through the collaboration of multiple departments, Biscuit was successfully discharged from the hospital. We are so thankful for our team, their expert and compassionate care, and Biscuit's owners for supporting him along the way. Biscuit will return for physical therapy with our rehabilitation team in January, and we cannot wait to see him again!
Loki is a patient of our Neurology and Rehabilitation team and recently suffered from an acute spinal cord injury (ASCI) called acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion (ANNPE). This type of disc herniation causes a spinal cord contusion (bruising) but does not cause spinal cord compression. Therefore, decompressive spinal surgery is not necessary, and treatment is time, patience, and rehabilitation. Watch this heartwarming video of Lokiβs journey to recovery. Thank you to Gina and William for sharing this video! Weβre so proud of Loki!
Goodbye Luigi
A heartfelt goodbye for sweet Luigi today! We are going to miss him, but are even happier he's healed and going home with his family.
For those just tuning in, Luigi has been hospitalized with us for a month after an unfortunate incident with another dog. Our team has been caring for him 24/7 and it's clear he will always hold a special place in our hearts. <3