Success: stem cell treatment for degenerative myelopathy

[rockyhusky]

So I would have to get the bone marrow stem cells directly from them?

[RebelGSD]

Yes, they ship it by FedEx overnight

[supercamp]

How is Riley?

[RebelGSD]

Riley is getting up there in age, will be 13 in February. This summer he came down with old dog vestibular syndrome, which left him somewhat wobbly and uncoordinated. But he is still chasing his ball, carrying around his 5 yard stick and demanding tug of war to play with me. In his mind he is still a puppy. I am so blessed with this wonderful dog.

[alane]

Does anyone have the dosing amount and how often to give the Dextromethorphan?

[chemist690]

Originally Posted by RebelGSD

I agree, I am in awe myself, seeing a dog that was falling down the stairs jumping into a pretty high truck. I have seen the video of a mouse improving, but this is a big animal. And thinking of the hope the treatment offers many animals and humans - it is simply humbling. I am sure everybody who lost a dog to DM (i did) will understand.

This is so new that it has not been published anywhere yet (I just made the movie last week). There is another GSD who is a similar amazing success story (I have his movie), but that 's it. I am hoping that these successes will help raising funds to broaden the research.

Can you please elaborate on where you had the stem cell therapy done? how well did it work? Thank you

[Marnie]

My vets just started offering this treatment for several degenerative problems. Your post was very interesting. I hope your dog continues to respond well to the treatment. Please, please keep us posted.