C09989871 / invoice 10000

Reason: Pain, Limping, Tweaking When WalkingSimilar signs as last year (spinal pain) but not as bad as last year. Doesn't think this pain is seasonal- just randomly intermittent. EDDU fine No V/DNo itching/scratching No XRs done at RV, has had them done in the past but a long time ago- not sure where. No insect bites that Ox is aware of. Hx of bilateral patellar luxationWeight loss despite normal appetite while female Ox was away. Drinking a bit more recently after pressed about this.Examination findings: Mentation: BAR - not happy todayWeight: 3.6kgBody condition score: 4/9 Oral examination:  Cardiovascular examination: HR 180Respiratory: pantingLymph nodes: peripheral lymph nodes are smooth and symmetrical.  Abdominal palpation: -MSK: Ambulatory and weight-bearing on all limbs. Thoracolumbar pain - screamed at the T12-L1 regionNeurological: Aggressive Problem list: - Thoracolumbar pain.Assessment: Differential: IVDD, spondylosis, neoplasia Plan: Hospitalise with pain relief (meloxicam) + blood Client communication: --- 05/03/2026 12:04:49 RH:RH STO and gave the following options:  1. Hospitalise, XR or CT 2. Hospitalise with pain relief (meloxicam) 3. Go home, cage rest with short 15min walks with a short leash. Give pain relief and monitor for any deterioration+/- blood test (to check renal values before giving nsaid) Monitoring:- Persistent or worsening of clinical signs - Not eating or drinking. - Lethargic, etc- Urine colour (yellow, concentrated urine is a good sign of normal kidney function)    Vital Signs    Weight: 3.6;       MMColour: pink;       Temperature: not taken;       HeartRate: 180;       DentalGrade: not checked;       RespirationRate: panting;       CRT: <2s;