Douglas Terry
Chief Truffle Dog at The Truffle Farm and advocate for Arthramid
My name is Douglas and I am the chief hunter at The Truffle Farm. I started my training at 6 weeks of age and have been truffling with my mum ever since.
Douglas’s Testimonial:
I am so lucky that my mum and favourite vet ever, Roger, decided to give me Arthramid. Mum was a little unsure at first, but Roger provided her with all the research and recommended that it would be worth giving a go…
Oh Boy, do I love Roger.
Mum wanted me to be able to play with the others and be out of pain. I had tried other medications and supplements with no relief so we had a pow-wow on the couch one night and decided that it would be worth a shot.
I am so glad we did, after 10 days I started to feel so much better. I was able to go walking and keep up with the others, I was also able to do zoomies which I hadn’t done in years. It felt so good! Mum said that I turned back into a puppy as I was so excited, my pain was relieved and everything was just so much more fun. I just love jumping! Mum stopped hiding sneaky white pills in my food and I have never been happier. Unlike most dogs I actually get very excited to go to the vet as I get to see my friend Roger who always makes me feel better. I have had my second dose of Arthramid into my left stifle and let me tell you, I will be back for more.
Anyways that’s all from me, I best go be a good boy and find some truffles so my mum can pay for the stuff
Lick on the cheek.
Douglas xo
Douglas’s story:
2017:
- Birthday 24/4/2017
- Trained as a truffle dog
- Got lots of pats as I was a very cute puppy
- Vet suspected I had an autoimmune arthritis condition in my back leg joints but I had no major symptoms yet
2018-2019:
- Began experiencing lameness in my back left leg that was sporadic
- Often grunting or groaning after a long day on my legs
- Tried some arthritis supplements and commenced Cartrophin injections
- Was on painkillers and anti-inflammatories weekly
2020:
- Got carried away chasing my sister and hurt my back left leg (ligament tare)
- Had procedure to attempt to fix the problem and had a 3 month recovery
- Leg recovered as good as expected but the arthritis was not doing well in the joint.
2021:
- Best friend Roger gave me my first dose of Arthramid in my left stifle (1mg)
- Continued monthly Cartrophin injections but require no pain or anti-inflammartory medication
2022:
- January – second Arthramid injection into same leg (1mg) and I remain free from all other medications
Douglas recently made his TV debut, featuring on Masterchef Australia when contestants visited The Truffle Farm.
Follow Douglas’s journey on Instagram HERE
