Cotton Support Socks

And they're not those support socks, either. I can tell the difference. They're regular cotton ones. Can they not stand the bunching? Was that fashionable in their day?

Since they can't control the wrinkling of their aging bodies, sock wrinkles are the only wrinkles they have any control over. It gives them a semblance of dignity...........

2006-06-09 13:53:12 by Amy

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We have a male Bulldog pup that we caught at 3 weeks old. We have him in a sock sling supporting his chest, with cotton ball stuffing, and forcing him up.? He has showed some improvemet in the last 48 hours, but what else can we do to help him?
Thank you, I had read that same bit of information on many sights. It seems to be the most popular, but I am wanting to know things other people have had success with on their "swimmer" puppies. We do have the puppies on special made beds that are frabricated from a heavy foam and formed up 6 inches on the side. The beds measure 32"x48" and are covered in a thin, soft, textured blanket. The foam is spray foam and offers support along with lots of ridges, bumps, rolls, and textures to assure the puppies and mothers are very comfortable. I also am doing leg exercises with him. He is no longer allowed to nurse or sleep on his tummy, I hold him on his side until he is willing to nurse and sleep that way. I play with him and remove the sock sling once a day to encourage him to hold his own weight. It all seems promising, but most of the things I have done did not come from a mass post, but from individuals who have experienced it. Any helpful stories on "swimmers" is welcome!
Boyd's Bullies, to answer your questions, he is an English Bulldog. He is over 3 weeks old. I didnt know what it was called, but I knew the first time I picked him up that he had it. It took 3 weeks of researching to find what it is. LOL It is hard to look for someting in a search if it has no name. Our local vet checked them when they were first delivered, but she didnt say much about it, except lets see what happens, it is still early. When the other puppies could walk and he couldnt, I knew it was time to see what happened. I started searching and sure enough there it was. I have had several litters of pups in my life, but never one that held his legs outlike he did the first minutes of life. I even told my fiance that he had leg issues. No one believed me until the past week when he was still on his flat little tummy and chest and swimming, but not walking. I guess they will listen next time.
Boyd's Bullies - I could tell from how he held his body straight and his legs went back further than his tail bone when he arched. I think he was about 30 minute to an hour old. Further more I have read where several people say you can tell as soon as an hour. My "THEORY" of the cause is comes from my knowledge of the breed, my knowledge of the mother dog, and previous experiences with litters. In my theory I can explain how genetics can play a role, as to how everything from floor to food also could contribute. Again this is strictly my OPINION! Since it is more common in low litters with heavier breeds and the puppies affected seem to be the over sized ones, I personaly believe it is a combination of how the mother dog carries them and her diet. If she is not eatting a balanced, healthy diet she will tend to have over weight puppies. As well as with a better quality diet the developing puppies will get more nutrients, thus being stronger.
I also believe from viewing the ultra sounds from this litter, that the mother dog carried this puppy in a manner that he didnt have room to fully develop the muscle structure needed to support his body. That combined with the fact he didnt have the instint to turn over when he was awaken from sleep make me think there is a genetic link. He lacked the instint to nurse or had a lack of energy or effort to fight for it. Although, not a genetic disorder, I feel it is genetically linked to the physical features of the female. It is like the difference in some mother dogs having 14 tits and some having as few as 6. That is a genetic trait that affects how and how many pups she can raise. The way a dog carries her young and how the young are carried can easily be linked to genetics. In my opinion, the puppies are too big to get the movement they need before birth to build the back legs. That with the extra weight and size tire the puppy out when it tries to eat or fend for itself.
So when the puppy lacks the motivation, it could be that he is too tired and just physically not strong enough to gain ground like the other puppies. Once the puppy is born, if you keep in on ground it can get traction, watch its weight, and teach it to eat and sleep on its side, it is almost sure to avoid getting the flat chest. Everything I have read has led me to believe that catching it early and preventing the flat chest is the cure. So, genetics and enviorment both are contributing factors in my opinion. With good nutrition and knowledge of the correct enviorment, there shouldnt be a problem with "swimmer" syndrome.
Sadly, so many people raising dogs are not aware there is even a problem and lots of these puppies are lost by 4 weeks of age due to other health related issues. Pnuemonia being one of them from the chest compression. I hope I have not offended people. I did run my ideas by several breeders and our vet and they all agree that it is possible. Thanks Again

Mandy,
We had a swimmer our first litter. I know it can be scary and frustrating when you are new to it. We used the sock method from the websight listed below in the sources. One thing that is important in Bulldogs is to watch their weight. As they get stronger they are also getting heavier and being over weight is one more issue to contend with when they try to carry their heavy little bodies around. Another method that my vet suggested was water theropy. It was suggested to place the puppy, head above water, in water deep enough the feet touch the surface and the puppy will build up fast from the exercise in the water. It sounds very much like water areobics to me. LOL I have spoken to several people who say that is worked when the sock slings and tying the legs weren't showing the progress they wanted.
One important factor that I see left out of a lot of answers and information is the fact that you need to wash the puppies belly area, especially if it is with other puppies. Since swimmers can not pick themselves up they are dragging their bellies across filth, potty, dirt, and hair just to name a few things lerking there. It is more than possible for a male puppy or even female puppy to get a form of diaper rash from the urine. SInce the swimmer cant stand to urinate, guess where it settles, right under their belly. Just take a damp warm rag or even a baby wipe a few times a day and clean the area. I used a soft terrycloth rag with warm water and, some people are germ-a-phobs and use antibacterial wash. This is fine too. The diaper rashes can easily turn to staph infections and other issues that will only discourage you and further cause discomfort to the puppy. Change the bedding regulary to help cut down on risk of infection.
One more thing to consider is that the cause is still specualtion in the medical field. SInce you can not single out a cause, please consider not breeding the puppy. It has been documented that swimmer puppies have occured in the same females time after time. I would consider not breeding the female again, unless you know the female and this is an isolated experience. I still would not breed the puppy. Please keep me posted and let me knwo it this helped.

I have a few questions as an after thought.....
What breed of puppy do you have?
What is the age of the puppy?
When did you first discover the swimmer syndrome in the puppy?
Have you seen your vet yet?

P.S. The source below has some really encouraging stories of other swimmer successes. It is worth a look!



OKAY!!! NOW YOU HAVE MY ATTENTION. I AM CURIOUS WHAT MAKES YOU THINK YOU KNOW WHAT CAUSES SWIMMER SYNDROME AND WHY YOU ARE LOOKING ON HERE IF YOU ARE SUCH AN EXPERT. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF KNOWING AT BIRTH! AND I AM NOT SURE I COULD TELL WHICH ONES AT BIRTH MYSELF. PLEASE EXPLAIN

2006-12-17 20:43:53 by mandimae76

87% Cotton, 11% Polyester, 2% Lycra
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Machine washable and dryable

I've done a little research, and even checked around "answers", on the topic of snowboard socks. My current socks are horrible- don't really support or wick- so I want to get new ones. But there are lot of of snowboard socks out there. What should I really be looking for besides no cotton? Any good brands someone wants to recommend?

Also, what about those thin wick under layer socks (the thin socks that you put on before your "real" socks)? Anyone use those? Thoughts?

I agree with not going with cotton snowboard socks because when your feet sweat, it will only sock up in your socks and make your feet freeze.

burton usually makes really good snowboard socks. I own a pair, and they're amazing, I love them.

2007-11-08 10:52:32 by krashe1313

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Prevents general body fatigue
Reduces aching and tiredness of legs
Provides strong compression at the foot and ankle and gradually decreases up

My husband, Scotch Mist, bless his little cotton socks, is always so busy with his mum, and his award winning earless goat waffles. He takes her to all these award shows. You'd be surprised how many there are. And I work day and night to support him, his mum, and waffles.
But every so often a girl would like to be intimate with her husband!
What can I do for him to pay more attention to me instead of Waffles?

i'm sorry, i've been so busy with waffles
i've been neglecting you, but you know
she loves going to show off, it's so sweet
seeing her in her element and being so
happy, would you really want to ruin that?
i'll make it up to you, i promise :)

2008-07-24 12:45:49 by Snizz -o- Shower

My husband Scotch Mist, bless his little cotton socks, has an awardwinning earless goat named Waffles.
They do everything together.
But I told him his beloved Waffles can't sleep in our bed. Now he wants to move out!
He doesn't work and I had to pick through the garbage to support him, Waffles, and HIS MUM!!!
I work 60 to 70 hours a week at a meatcutting plant to support them, while they prance around the house and do nothing!
Misty has a paper round from 5 am to 6 am and he thinks that's enough to support his family!

Why did he pick the goat over me?
Misty, I'm going to block Lulu because of her lies! Where's the blocking button!
Why are you so mean to me Lulu? Do you want my husband? He's married you know!
No Bear I did not!
Your lass Lulu wants to kill my goat to get to me hubby Misty!

I know this is probably a very hard time,, but your title really caught my eye and I had to laugh.

I have to ask, is the goat award winning because he is earless, or is that just a unlucky coincidence?

Youv'e got to be firm with him, tell him that it's either you, or Waffles.

If he picks you, you know that he loves you really, and you will have him in a position to tell him to get off his bum.

If he chooses Waffles, then you know you were better off without him, and can find a nice man without an earless goat, and live in the lap of luxury for the rest of your life.

Hope this helps lol! :D

2008-06-28 11:09:13 by Snizz -o- Shower