Good day to you all---a short blog here just to inform you that I am still here-- We had a problem with big Beau yesterday--He refused to eat--refused to move really--- I took him to the vet in the afternoon--who did all sorts of blood tests--urine tests-- found nothing--which was a good thing really--put him on Prednisone which he said would increase his appetite----- Anyway, a lot of money later, both Beau and I returned home--Our daughter told me to give him an antacid--once a day--- and about an hour after that, at home here, he ate dry kibble from my hand-- and this morning, he ATE HIS REGULAR MEAL-- (well I cut back on the meal--but-he ate it)--- plus I think I will just keep that Prednisone in the cupboard for now---hold it off)---You know, Beau is a big German Shepherd--and almost 10 yrs old-- and I just think he cannot take all the chaos here , with 4 dogs----Son #3 and family, return on the 16th-- (don't think I can take his dogs again)-
So--another hurdle we got through- I thought about you all--all day---but, my attention was focused on BIG BEAU----- I knew you all would understand--
-Beau did not pass on--- just needs peace and quiet---
How are you all?--- Dark in the early mornings eh?---- but--more daylight in the evenings-- Which do you all prefer?Anyway--- I must keep on here-- no vacuuming got done yesterday--- Himself was "fit to be tied" yesterday, even tho I did get him to his Day Program--I am beginning to think he might be happier sooner than later, living in that Lodge--
PHOENIX1949, Susan, Central Texas
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I'm with Beau about the peace and quiet! Been battling cancer since its diagnosis late April of last year with my 4th surgery on the books for April 17 after multiple tests over next few weeks.
Tough times at your home and I wish you a workable solution -- will not be simple at all but necessity will eventually intervene.
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Susan-- Hope all goes well with yer the April 17th battle-- positive thoughts going to yu--Hugs, Lynda
DeleteAwwww, well, glad that Beau is eating again. That always worries me if iss Lilly stops eating. She’s not a big eater, but she does enjoy her kibble. That’s a good idea about the antacid. Better than prednisone. And for sure, just like people, as we age, we don't tolerate chaos so much. I bet that was part of Beau's troubles . . . stress. ((HUGS)) Beau.
DeleteYes, dark in the early mornings, but love the evening light. Nice for a walk.
Oh . . . the Lodge . . . does it have full time care?? Oh my . . . that would certainly would be a solution if it comes to that. Himself really does seem to enjoy it and it would be familiar to him.
HUGS and wishing you a terrific Tuesday.
Barb
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Hi Barb-- Poor big Beau--- I never knew all the chaos bothered him--just hope that is all it is--Yes the Lodge does have full time care--They call it "assisted Living"--LyNDA
DeleteGlad YOU and himself are OK. A day without hearing your positivity and strength, just isn't the same.
ReplyDeleteGlad Beau is feeling better. Aside from running Beau to the vet you still managed to get himself to Lodge. You are Wonder woman.
Hope today is wonderful.
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Aww--I missed you all too--but---- yu know how it is when a pet is sickl--Lynda
DeleteYes-- I had asked one of the boys to please take their Dad---but-=- no use asking--just DO IT--=so I did!_-Its OK__-One day they will realize --just do it-- LOL--Lynda
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine what a stressful day you had yesterday with big Beau not acting right! We love our fur babies and it is awful when something is wrong with them! Glad he is better! I'm with Beau - I like my peace and quiet. I am taking care of my friend's cat for the next 8 or more weeks. My girl cat does not like the other cat in our house, but she eventually gets OK with it as I have done this for a couple of years now. But I must admit, I am happy when the other cat goes back home!
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DeleteI know Sandra--Our own pets are work--so anymore--is MORE WORK--LOL-- I love my peace and quiet--so I hope they return when they said----Lynda-PS-- Yu are good to take that Lady's cat--Lynda
DeleteSis, I am sure glad Beau will be all right...I remember Tess, too. Our pets are so important to us and us to them. It may well be the stress bothering him the most...it bothers you and Himself.
ReplyDeleteMy sodium issues are resolved. I am now clear headed, able to drive myself, etc. Still a bit more fatigued, but able to do stuff.
Spring is springing, but I wish it would be warmer when we first wake up. I like the more light coming in the evening.
The 16th seems a long time away, but it's only 4 days. Then Saint Patrick's Day! The day for corned beef and cabbage, reubens, colcannon or shepherd's pie, whiskey or sout. I'm making myself hungry. Maybe I can fine some George Killian's Irish Red beer...my fave. One can get it anytime of the year in Chicago.
Hope your day progresses with few problems to deal with...and a little leisure. {{{HUGS}}} Maggie
I saw a robin this afternoon-- That was nice!--Beau still doesn't seem right--=but--I just hope he is OK--He was better to-day and did eat his supper-- Our daughter was saying that she thinks son##3 and family won't be back till Saturday or Sunday--Gee--I hope they get back sooner--They told me --the 16th---- The dogs are all good--just lotza trips outside--to peer-- I missed you yesterday--Lynda
DeleteIt's Kathy. I'm so sorry that big Beau wasn't feeling well yesterday. My Daisy is almost 11 and she isn't real fond of the chaos anymore either. I think, just like us, there comes a time when we just need some peace and quiet! I'm glad he's doing better now. Every now and then we give an antacid to Daisy - some mornings she throws up and won't eat. So that night my husband will give her one of the pills he takes - the Vet said that we could do that. It seems to help. I kind of like having it be lighter longer in the day and I don't mind the darker mornings - especially when I barely get up lately before dawn. But what I don't like is that they keep changing back and forth. So sorry himself had a rough day yesterday. You are amazing dealing with everything every day. I hope you give yourself credit for how much you do every day! Wishing you a better day today! Oh, and yes, Tom is finally feeling better. He's seeing the doctor this afternoon because he thinks it has become a sinus infection. And I have stayed very far away from him! Too much going on for me to be sick!
ReplyDeletePoor Beau eh--and I have the extra dogs a few more days-- -Yes that Antacid pill was one of Freds-Our daughter told us it would settle his tummy ---seems to--- I love the light in the evenings also--but it sure is pitch black now in the morning--Lynda
DeleteYes, we make the world go around or at least try hard. lol Oh goodness, glad Beau is doing better. I was thinking before you said it that maybe it was too much action going on in the house with the other dogs and he is not used to it. I thought about you yesterday and knew you had something going on after not seeing your blog. Glad all is well now. I much prefer lighter in the evenings! I love it this way. It is sunny and 67 in Ohio today. Just beautiful! Hope you had a better day and enjoy your evening!
ReplyDeletePoor Beau--He just doesn't seem right-- hopefully when our house returns to normal, he will too--=Lynda
DeleteI sure hope so, Lynda! Hugs!
DeleteHi Lynda: Glad you're back. I was worried. Glad Beau is now feeling a bit better. Hope it stays that way. So the Lodge has full time care and live in availability? Himself seems to enjoy it there. Maybe that is an option to keep in mind. Would it be possible to start part-time to see how he likes it? It's too bad you have to lay down the law to get someone to take himself there when you have other issues to deal with, Glad all worked out. Have a quiet, relaxing night. Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteYes the Lodge is deemed an "Assisted Care Facility"--He likes coming home--but gets frustrated when I have to tell him what to do--does not like that part--LOL--Lynda
DeleteCan’t believe Beau is almost 10…seems like yesterday he was a puppy!
ReplyDeleteGood news that the Vet couldn’t find anything wrong with him AND that he started eating again…..As we get older, dogs too, sometimes change and the drama that goes with it is too much! I know you have alot on your plate…. it may be time to increase Himself's Lodge time, if that’s possible. He enjoys it and you can use the time to get things done.
I do not like daylight savings time…leave the clocks alone lol! ❤️ Eissa7
I agree--Leave the clocks alone-- Lynda
DeleteI hope Big Beau continues to eat and get around. Hugs
ReplyDeleteso glad that Big Beau is doing better I am willing to bet that you do take the other dogs again because your heart is so big and you love the dogs almost as much as their humans maybe find a calm place for Beau to just have peace time
ReplyDeleteBeau is probably upset with the other dogs and the commotion, and I surely hope he will be okay. At 10, he probably is considered a Senior citizen and doesn't like his routine messed with. Keep us posted on how he is doing....
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