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IVDD Recovery
Day 1 of 15
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Activity
No jumping, stairs, or running
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Treats
Only strawberries & blueberries
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Watch For
Stiff walk, knuckling, won't lower head

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I know her full recovery protocol, schedule, diet, and medications

Daily Schedule

Whiskey's complete routine from morning to night

7:00 - 9:00 AM Morning
7:00-7:30 Wake up with family
8:00-8:30 Morning walk & bathroom
9:00 Breakfast - 1 cup food
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Afternoon
9 AM - 4 PM Relaxed time, occasional play
4:00-5:30 Energy burst - active play
5:00-5:15 Evening walk
5:30 Dinner - 1 cup food
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Evening/Night
8:30 PM Light meal - 0.5 cup food
10:15-10:30 Final walk
10:30 PM Bedtime snack - 0.5 cup food
Critical: Whiskey cannot go more than 10-12 hours without food or she'll develop bile. Last meal must be after 9:30 PM.

Emergency Information

24/7 veterinary contacts and family support

Emergency Vet

Sage Veterinary Centers - Campbell

24/7 Emergency Care

(408) 343-7243

907 Dell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008

Usual emergency location

Family Contacts

Local contacts who can help with Whiskey in emergencies

Satya

(585) 694-2134

Nakita

(408) 650-2620

📍 Fremont, CA

Additional Emergency Vets

VEG San Jose

(408) 834-8180

24/7, walk-ins welcome

MedVet Silicon Valley

(408) 649-7070

24/7 Emergency & Specialty

Medical Information

Current conditions, medications, and recovery protocol

IVDD Recovery Active (April 1-16, 2026) — Whiskey's spine is still fragile. Enforce all activity restrictions even though she acts normal.

Medications (Every Other Day)

Carprofen

Anti-inflammatory for spine/hip pain

Every other day, with morning food

Place directly in food bowl — she takes it easily

Gabapentin

Nerve pain medication for IVDD

Every other day, with morning food

She will SPIT THIS OUT if she sees it!

Method A: Hide capsule inside a blueberry or strawberry

Method B: Mix into a single spoonful of plain yogurt

Ear Drops

After swimming only — currently suspended during IVDD recovery

Not needed right now

Conditions

IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease)

Diagnosed March 2026 — narrowing in caudal thoracic spine. Currently in recovery.

Spondylosis

Bone spurs in middle and lower back

Moderate Hip Dysplasia

Bilateral — weight management critical

Sensitive Stomach

Requires prescription food only

Weight Management

3 lbs overweight — strict diet mandated by vet for spine/hip health

Diet (Strict During Recovery)

Food

Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein HP

2.5 cups daily across 4 meals

Allowed Treats

Strawberries and blueberries only — in moderation

Strictly Prohibited

No dental chews, no human food scraps, no peanut butter, no extra treats — no exceptions

Activity Restrictions (15 Days)

  • No jumping — block sofa/bed access with gates
  • No stairs — assist or block completely
  • No running — no off-leash time
  • No fetch or tug-of-war
  • Short leash only for potty breaks
  • No swimming during recovery

She WILL try to convince you she's fine. Her recovery depends on you keeping her calm!

Emergency Red Flags

Contact owners + vet IMMEDIATELY if you see:

  • Stiff or "drunken" walking (ataxia)
  • Refusal to lower head to eat or drink
  • Knuckling — walking on top of her paw
  • Crying out when touched or moved
  • Blood in vomit or poop
  • Continuous vomiting
  • Difficulty breathing