Dorothy with her little poodle, Mouse
I’ve had some busy days, with nothing too profound happening. There have been dogs to groom and board, and though most of the days are “flexible”, they go by so fast!
I’d like to take a moment to share a picture of my friend Dorothy (“Dot”) and her companion, Mouse. Last Friday, I picked up the little dog for grooming; Dot reported that Mouse seemed constipated. I also noted that Mouse seemed to be having quite a bit of distress from anal glands: they seemed plugged, impacted, infected and/or fistulated. Since I had an appointment with a local veterinarian for our dog, Lady, on the following Tuesday, I checked with him to see if he’d examine my friend’s poodle.
Over the weekend, Mouse’s system started moving; no longer was she constipated, but soon she had bloody diarrhea. When I arrived to pick the dog up to see the vet on Tuesday morning, her owner was in tears. So, I helped Dot into the truck with Mouse bundled in a blanket, and off we went!
Dr. Vogel was very sensitive and helpful, and explained the best course of treatment would involve leaving the dog with him for intravenous therapy (to avoid further irritating the gut by feeding by mouth). Poor Dorothy was almost in a state of collapse at the thought of being separated from Mouse, and therefore Dr. Vogel gave the dog a shot of antibiotic and very specific advice about feeding her, instead. The issue with the anal glands would have to wait.
Today I went to Dorothy’s house for coffee, bringing with me some fat-free chicken broth for the dog. I found Dot and Mouse both in very good spirits; the little dog had had no more blood in the stool. I reported this to Dr. Vogel when I called him about unrelated business, and he said, “Well, maybe we’re lucky, and as long as Mrs. H. feeds the dog carefully over the next few days, it may make a quick recovery.”
So, at this point, I’m breathing a sigh of relief. I dread the day that any friend has to say goodbye to their sole companion, be it spouse or pet. I hope Dorothy and Mouse have a number of happy years left together.
~Ann
We were wondering how we may email you for boarding information for our three dogs. We will be making a trip to Vancouver during the month of July (wedding) and will require a kennel for; a male black lab cross. This dog is a jumper & MUST be in a totally covered kennel/run at all times. He can scale a 7′ fence. The other two are a Bichon & Terrior cross. We would prefer these two be in the same kennel. All three have all shots & papers. We don’t wish them to be walked outside. What more information do you require ?? Thanks Ray & Liz.
Thanks for your enquiry. As I didn’t find YOUR email address in your Comment, I hope that my comment reaches you with my Email and website address. We will enjoy having your three dogs and recognize their special needs.
Every page of my website has a link to my email (wizardryshop@yahoo.ca), and I hope to hear from you soon.