Before I tell yu what has been going on---This picture was taken by Son#2 the Pilot-- from our camera, looking over the septic bed--You are able to see the snow--- Big Beau and I are out there--Beau has his ball in his mouth--
So, you want to hear everything that happened yesterday?--- Himself fed Lopez beef---which he cannot tolerate--himself mixed it with his kibble--So, yesterday, his stool was quite soft--but I didn't know what was going into his mouth-- so-I did not worry--
BUT____ in the night--- every 2 hrs--ALL NIGHT--- --He cried to go outside-- (He sleeps in a crate right beside my bed)--- so----every 2 hrs, I put on my parka that yu see in the above picture-over my nightgown--and out we walked--- in the snow--and cold--and every --time we were out. poor Lopez had diarrhea--so this morning, he was was not well--lost a lot of fluids-I did find some antibiotic from when Tess used to get that way----so, I chopped it into pieces (Tess was a Shephard)-but-- I gave it to Lopez and prayed it would stop his problem until morning when I could reach his vet--
So---- Himself is at his Day Program-- and I have been to the vet--who gave me the right pill to stop his problem--but also said, no more pills to-day-- and, hopefully all will be well-- I am pooped--tired--needing sleep---kinda feel "Good for nothing"--must tidy this house --get the poor wee Chihuahua out again-- Lopez is on rice with a bit of chicken now --until things clear up----and--soon it will be time to pick up the culprit who does stuff behind my back-the man of the moment---- LORD LOVE A DUCK!
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It's Kathy. I'm so sorry you were up all night with little Lopez. Poor little guy, and mom so tired. But what a good thing that himself was able to go to the center today so you could have a bit of time to yourself. Maybe a little nap this afternoon is in order!
ReplyDeleteKathy--It was a difficult night--but--I have to hand it to Lopez--He woke me every time he had to do his diarrhea and we made it outside each time--=He is a good little fellow -must be tough being so tiny--yes--Himself was at the Day Program-- Lynda
DeletePoor Lopez...and you! Does Himself forget the beef thingy? Or does he do it on purpose...thinking the wee doggie will like it...OR...because he does not like Lopez? Who knows? You'd almost think Lopez would know when he smells it that beef is something that doesn't agree with his digestive system.
ReplyDeleteAt least the day care program is up for today. Himself should be in a better mood, I believe.
We got another dusting of snow.
I was able to get my rent check and gas with the help of my friend (I now got her loading my walker!). My 'adopted' daughters are picking up my lots of laundry, taking it to their house and washing and drying it in their huge machines. Saves me always trying to find our facilities free for me to get in there.
I have my new fave detergent to give them...Earth Breeze. I will also offer them the quarters I would have fed our machines. They will probably refuse.
Lucky is sleeping. I don't want to disturb him...but he is where the laundry is and needs sorting an bagging. Maybe I'll have a bit of lunch first.
I sure hope the rest of your day goes smoothly. Most of all that you get a wee nap (Himself naps after day care, I believe) and have a full night's sleep tonight.
You're the sister of my heart...the one from another mother. I care about you and your brood. {{{HUGS}}}
I think he just likes to throw food at Lopez-- and it has to stop--plus--you are so right--he doesn't really love Lopez like I do-- plus--He does not go out in the snow and cold and wait for Lopez to do his business--- I feel it must be tough to be a chihuahua --=so small--Oh so happy to hear that your adopted daughters are helping yu out with the -awwwww-- I am the sister of your heart?--Well yu must be my sister of my heart--I do love you , you know--Isn't it funny that we meant on line but are so similar I think-- Hugs--- I will survive all this craziness with Himself-- Hugs--Lynda
DeleteOh goodness, Lynda! What a night! Poor Lopez and you! I hope you both recover quickly. Tell Himself that the vet said no more table food! Then it doesn’t come from you and maybe he will listen better. That is cool that your son can capture your house and yard. I know you told us but nice to see an actual pic. Please get a nap in if you can. It is nice in Ohio today so we are getting out a bit. Hugs to you and Lopez!:)
ReplyDeleteYes--I had a short nap--- Lopez and I--with Beau beside me-- Lopez is much better to-day--I hear a storm is barreling down here--Lynda
DeleteGreat news you got a nap and little Lopez is much better. Hope the storm will be away from you.
DeleteI know exactly how you feel...have been through this will both Canine Companion puppies I raised. Pooped tired is the exact word for it! Glad you got to the vet, cause your antibiotic will not help. Pumpkin, propectalin and Metronidazole. That last one works like a charm.
ReplyDeleteHe is on the Metronidazole-----Yu had to go tru it too??--Poor dog eh?--Lynda
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! So sorry that Lopez got beef, for whatever reason! HOPE that the new medicine helps him. You need a BREAK! At least Himself had the Lodge today.
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Himself did get to the Day Program--and it helps me a .lot -I have way more patience with him after he goes there--just to get him away--Lynda
DeleteThank goodness Himself could go to daycare. Remember that he is not all there. Sort of like a toddler, can’t remember what you say to him. Or reason what is good or bad, or dangerous. Dementia folks cannot be reasoned with. If they ever become dangerous, they have to live elsewhere, and just visit at the house. Cruel fact of life. No one has eyes open 24 hrs a day to watch these folks. People in nursing homes fear dementia more than cancer. I’ve had relatives with this, including my husband. So very sorry.
ReplyDeleteYour husband had Dementia?? How on earth did you ever deal with it-- ?- He cannot remember his mood swings-- but--he cannot hear also, so that is frustrating for him also---so hard to be patient with him---I feel sorry for him---Lynda-
DeleteMarti here. Oh gosh, I've been through that, but not since Jake was a puppy, or, a much younger dog (he's now 5). It's NOT fun. But what I remember most (don't read if you aren't a dog person or are squeamish) - my previous dog, Tucker, was a shepherd size dog. Was in his crate, he was about a year old. Had had explosive, and I mean explosive, diarrhea on all four sides of his crate at least 12" all sides. His crate was in the kitchen on laminate floor, BUT I had to clean it all up. You HAVE to love your dog a whole bunch to deal with that kind of thing, LOL.
ReplyDeleteSo true--- and I agree--that must've been a terrible mess with Tucker -I have to hand it to Lopez to tell me--at least 4-5 times--last nite to get him out----==-seems much better tonite--eating chicken and rice-no kibble-Lynda
DeleteOh gosh Lynda, what a night. At least Lopez let you know he needed out but not fun in the middle of the night in the snow, cold, dark.
ReplyDeleteHoping you can get a nap while himself is gone. It's not possible to watch himself all the time. Perhaps if he hears "the vet said no food from the table" he'll remember that. I hope so.
Hope you can go to bed early and sleep well tonight.
Hang in. Stay strong.
Hugs and much respect
aww Margene--Lopez is so much better to-nite--I hope it lasts--He cannot tolerate beef--Lynda
DeleteOh poor you and Lopez. If you put some large reminders around the kitchen, do you think it would work? Going out in the middle of the night with a sick pup is definitely not fun. Nice pic of the backyard. Glad himself enjoyed daycare today. Hopefully you get a good sleep tonight and Lopez feels better and sleeps to. Have a good night. Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteOh Brenda-- Happy that Lopez seems better this evening--No more beef for him! Lynda
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