Well how did you sleep? Me not bad with a not so good thrown in. Gordy and Sophie slept fine - so did Lilly, we're happy to say. I just kept praying that everything would be well when we got up - actually I think it was more of a plead boarder line whine! Forgive me Lord but as it was closer to getting up it was rough going - for me (lol).
All kinds of thoughts - what is causing it, did she get bite, what did she get into, can't afford a trip to the vet / they have to knock her out, but she's not itching, she's not sick and on and on my mind went! And, if your thinking - Colgon, (if your old) it doesn't work never has - it never took me anywhere! Do they even sell it anymore ~ lol
So - time to get up - no hives, swelling around nose better also her nose on top seemed to ooze a liquid, that seems to have dried up - Thank you Jesus! I said, and let everyone out to do their business. Then noticed, a few small bumps on Lilly's hind quarters - though, not bad and she seems to have definitely improve - I'm still very thankful.
So I was checking my email this morning and noticed my news letter from The Whole Dog , thinking to myself dummy; I should have checked the site about hives! I pulled up and article on using oregano oil. In fact the article listed a book I have The Cure Is In The Cupboard by Dr. Cass Ingram. I couldn't believe it and I purchased the book years ago after listening to an interview with him on the radio driving to PA. I even used Oil of Oregano myself and never replaced it; that's what I hope to be doing today and so happy I found the article - there's no reason for me to think Oil of Oregano wouldn't work for Lilly or Sophie. Sophie has problems with allergies and yeast from time to time. Pets are difficult to help sometimes - they can't tell you in words whats wrong, you just study them carefully and learn to read then. It's a job and truly an adventure with all of them! Hope to get a picture today with my camera! :)
Showing posts with label Pups. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pups. Show all posts
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
We awoke to hives, day 2!
Poor Lilly Girl ~ After giving her Benadryl yesterday the hives literally subsided. She wasn't necessarily itchy except for her nose (top back). I gave her Benadryl before we all turned in for the night - still she seemed to be doing well.
Morning - bumps back and nose swollen. . . (taken by cell I apologize for the poor quality)
Her nose is still swollen maybe a tad more and she resting for the most part. However, she is one clever pup (of 2), she knows when you're trying to give her something to help - even in ground meat she will eat around it or turn it down! Apparently it doesn't matter what the "ailment," she's the same. . . Keep us in your prayers, :) Oh - the bumps they disappeared not long after I gave her the Benadryl.
Morning - bumps back and nose swollen. . . (taken by cell I apologize for the poor quality)
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| Either Lilly needs to be still or me ~ lol |
Her nose is still swollen maybe a tad more and she resting for the most part. However, she is one clever pup (of 2), she knows when you're trying to give her something to help - even in ground meat she will eat around it or turn it down! Apparently it doesn't matter what the "ailment," she's the same. . . Keep us in your prayers, :) Oh - the bumps they disappeared not long after I gave her the Benadryl.
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
We awoke to hives!
I should call this post "Adventures With Lilly!" The poor sweetheart and that's what she is. I/we don't know what caused this reaction or what she possibly allergic to. But, we'll certainly keep watch. You know - if you have animals, or kids for that matter, there's never a dull moment. :D I gave her a couple Benadryl and it is working - thank the Lord. It does make her sleepy though which is okay so we can keep her resting and out of the heat. The photo doesn't show the hives - they are shrinking and she also doesn't like to be bothered to much so few pics. While surfing the web for info on hives I came across some valuable information for you out there with dogs. One thing we know is that Benadryl seems to work what we didn't know is they have a toxic reaction to Sudafed. I have never even thought of Sudafed for a dog and I'm not sure what it would do for hives anyway. Please check that article out here. It's a site with questions from pet owners and answers from vets. Another link with good info is here scroll to hives. I also need to mention that I came across a nice blog called The Happy Pit Bull Blog check it out there's a great dog called Dozer there! He also had hives - an older post - Lilly wasn't that bad. I happy for that~ BTW - you can click on newer posts on Dozer to see hive updates, he's a sweet pup too!
Sunday, May 27, 2012
A Beautiful Day in May ~
Temp 85 - there's a nice light breeze and we're all chill-in, outstanding. I'd/we'd so love it if it'd stay. :)
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Pup Happenings!
The pups had a visit from their extended family - our grand pups. Sophie as usual wasn't to thrilled and kept things stirred up off and on. Towards the end of the visit (and visits are always to short) she wasn't doing so well. Please keep her in your doggie prayers.
We will miss everyone 4 and 2 legged! 8(
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| Gordy is always on the lookout for something. |
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| Mostly lizards! |
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| Even though Sophie stirs things up, she doesn't like to see them go. |
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| I have mentioned in the past we have dirt, Riley blends right in. |
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| Lilly hunts for lizards to! |
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| Harvey a big dog trapped in a small body and can't be seen at night! |
Sunday, November 13, 2011
"There's never a dull moment~"
It had been a long hot summer - the pups are sure happy about things cooling off, especially Sophie our bullmastiff! You'd think she was a snow dog. . . as soon as it cools off she comes alive. But more in spirit since she has Hip Dysplasia; a painful thing for any dog to go through and I believe especially hard on larger breeds. Frankly, I was shocked when given the news last year. At the young age of six years she has been doing well over all but I have to say very discouraging. Sophie tries to do as the pups in keeping up but that generally bums her up the the next day or so. Walking helps as well as high doses of Glucosamine and Chondroitin - we've also been watching her weight. I believe many things can attribute to weight issues not only food and our dogs have been on a good diet for dogs.
I'm always conscious of how she moves and there are times when she favors one leg more than the other. Recently after closer investigation I saw that her leg wasn't just swollen, it never was previously, it also had an opening that was infected (There was a small fatty growth in this spot that either ruptured or got scratched in play.)
So I thought I'd get her in to the vet, (though reluctantly) we normally try and treat our animals at home. However, not being certain if there was something in the wound - off we went. We should have stayed home! Once we arrived Sophie and I went right in with her recognizing where she was and after dropping to the floor tried to leave. She had seen a vet in Ohio with never a problem. The last time here we brought her in with limping favoring her back legs; her overall experience wasn't so pleasant. That's of course when Sophie got x-rays of her hips and finding out about the Hip Dysplasia. It all seemed rather dramatic for her and with me not aloud to go in she wasn't cooperating. I happened to see through the door they had her on the table lying on her back with Sophie putting up a struggle. I just went in and calmed her down to get the pictures. I truly believe she was in pain and being wrestled on a metal table didn't help.
So with Sophie and me setting on the floor waiting - the vet's assistant came out to take her back - I mentioned I wanted to go with her and apparently that was going to be a problem. I was quickly informed that there was other "patients" back there and typically wasn't aloud - she would ask. It was a little wait but the vet came out and looked at her - I showed her Sophie's leg in question - the vet took her nail and scraped at it - ordered up a script for an antibiotic - asked how much I was feeding her and after I told her - "she is to fat she should be getting 1/2 cup a day! I explained to her that I cut way back to 2 - 2 1/2 cups and even at times fast her. To much she said. . . whatever! She didn't even weigh her or ask how she does over all - didn't even look at her leg other then to scratch at it with an uncovered painted finger nail. . ."is it just me!" lol Walking off the receptionist said that will be 90 bucks! What can I say?
So I took Sophie home got her antibiotics going and used warm compresses on her leg. Junk kept coming out and she felt better. I kept this up until mostly if not all the stuff seemed to be removed and over a few days. Swelling gone and wound healed.
Lilly is a sweet girl and pretty tough; though she had a time of it when her nail split lengthwise.
All the dogs (including Sophie if I don't catch her) love chasing up and down along the fence. As you can see it isn't like running in a meadow where there's grass; we have rock / granite / dirt! It isn't even like running on a sidewalk this stuff can chip nails if they aren't kept short. So prior to taking Sophie to the Vet we took Lilly mid September with her being a real trooper until they clipped the nail. I could have done it myself but the way it was split lengthwise and so close to the toe I choice not to. (Of course same vet - and I "couldn't" go in with her). I asked that they trim the rest up and they had to sedate her to do so. You see Lilly's nails seem to be very sensitive I learned this when at home I previously tried trimming them - when one broke before, she did fine until I started trimming the rest with a nail a tad short. Well after that you can't seem to get near them! Over all she does well. It took around a month or so to heal. For a few weeks I used a leash - then I'd let her out by herself, etc.
I need to add this to Lilly's story. After the vet or her asst. trimmed Lilly's nails - leaving some :/ she asked me "why are her nails so brittle?" I almost said, "Why don't you tell me - you're the Vet!" Instead I replied, "I don't know." I know have been giving the dogs what I used to give Sophie and Miki in the past. Cod Liver Oil and Vitamin E (or wheatgerm) Nails have improved. :)
Gordy on the other hand doesn't seem to be bothered by all the "issues" the females are going through. He and Sophie have their moments but he loves on her - he's very gentle when she want's to play. Of course now that Lilly is pretty much all mended up they both like to rough house but that is kept at a minimum. Sometimes I get on their case when the two are tug o waring and wrestling around. For the most part they spot. Sometimes it just gets very quiet and they've moved it to the bedroom and on top of the bed! When it comes just to Gordy I'm sure he thinks he's top dog and is pretty comfortable where ever~
Now on a different note~ Can you guess what this is?
It's been said that chickens will eat just about anything - maybe even anything! Friday my Dad, with my help, preformed surgery on a rooster. Surprised? Let's say it wasn't in my plans for the day. I knew it was coming since the rooster swallowed it few - several days prior; it wasn't passing through to the gizzard and keeping him from eating or digesting. Poultry have been known to die from things being lodged in their crops. Some suggestions were given to help remove the obstruction but it never would have worked. I read (after we preformed surgery) that if using water, olive oil or liquid paraffin. In serious cases surgically removing was listed as an option and that of course is what Dad chose. I was that serious but the suggestion was in taking the "chicken" to the vets. Dad had done this before and by himself! I was impressed to say the least and really marveled at the rooster. Really! Well we gathered all that was needed - I'll leave the details out but will say I sewed him up! Yes, me!
So what is the picture of? Have you given up?
In quoting my cousin Tammy - whom I haven't seen in years, "There's never a dull moment~" Dad and I did such a great job I mentioned we ought to take it on the road - or not~ Not!
I'm always conscious of how she moves and there are times when she favors one leg more than the other. Recently after closer investigation I saw that her leg wasn't just swollen, it never was previously, it also had an opening that was infected (There was a small fatty growth in this spot that either ruptured or got scratched in play.)
So I thought I'd get her in to the vet, (though reluctantly) we normally try and treat our animals at home. However, not being certain if there was something in the wound - off we went. We should have stayed home! Once we arrived Sophie and I went right in with her recognizing where she was and after dropping to the floor tried to leave. She had seen a vet in Ohio with never a problem. The last time here we brought her in with limping favoring her back legs; her overall experience wasn't so pleasant. That's of course when Sophie got x-rays of her hips and finding out about the Hip Dysplasia. It all seemed rather dramatic for her and with me not aloud to go in she wasn't cooperating. I happened to see through the door they had her on the table lying on her back with Sophie putting up a struggle. I just went in and calmed her down to get the pictures. I truly believe she was in pain and being wrestled on a metal table didn't help.
So with Sophie and me setting on the floor waiting - the vet's assistant came out to take her back - I mentioned I wanted to go with her and apparently that was going to be a problem. I was quickly informed that there was other "patients" back there and typically wasn't aloud - she would ask. It was a little wait but the vet came out and looked at her - I showed her Sophie's leg in question - the vet took her nail and scraped at it - ordered up a script for an antibiotic - asked how much I was feeding her and after I told her - "she is to fat she should be getting 1/2 cup a day! I explained to her that I cut way back to 2 - 2 1/2 cups and even at times fast her. To much she said. . . whatever! She didn't even weigh her or ask how she does over all - didn't even look at her leg other then to scratch at it with an uncovered painted finger nail. . ."is it just me!" lol Walking off the receptionist said that will be 90 bucks! What can I say?
So I took Sophie home got her antibiotics going and used warm compresses on her leg. Junk kept coming out and she felt better. I kept this up until mostly if not all the stuff seemed to be removed and over a few days. Swelling gone and wound healed.
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| Lilly |
Lilly is a sweet girl and pretty tough; though she had a time of it when her nail split lengthwise.
All the dogs (including Sophie if I don't catch her) love chasing up and down along the fence. As you can see it isn't like running in a meadow where there's grass; we have rock / granite / dirt! It isn't even like running on a sidewalk this stuff can chip nails if they aren't kept short. So prior to taking Sophie to the Vet we took Lilly mid September with her being a real trooper until they clipped the nail. I could have done it myself but the way it was split lengthwise and so close to the toe I choice not to. (Of course same vet - and I "couldn't" go in with her). I asked that they trim the rest up and they had to sedate her to do so. You see Lilly's nails seem to be very sensitive I learned this when at home I previously tried trimming them - when one broke before, she did fine until I started trimming the rest with a nail a tad short. Well after that you can't seem to get near them! Over all she does well. It took around a month or so to heal. For a few weeks I used a leash - then I'd let her out by herself, etc.
I need to add this to Lilly's story. After the vet or her asst. trimmed Lilly's nails - leaving some :/ she asked me "why are her nails so brittle?" I almost said, "Why don't you tell me - you're the Vet!" Instead I replied, "I don't know." I know have been giving the dogs what I used to give Sophie and Miki in the past. Cod Liver Oil and Vitamin E (or wheatgerm) Nails have improved. :)
Gordy on the other hand doesn't seem to be bothered by all the "issues" the females are going through. He and Sophie have their moments but he loves on her - he's very gentle when she want's to play. Of course now that Lilly is pretty much all mended up they both like to rough house but that is kept at a minimum. Sometimes I get on their case when the two are tug o waring and wrestling around. For the most part they spot. Sometimes it just gets very quiet and they've moved it to the bedroom and on top of the bed! When it comes just to Gordy I'm sure he thinks he's top dog and is pretty comfortable where ever~
Now on a different note~ Can you guess what this is?
It's been said that chickens will eat just about anything - maybe even anything! Friday my Dad, with my help, preformed surgery on a rooster. Surprised? Let's say it wasn't in my plans for the day. I knew it was coming since the rooster swallowed it few - several days prior; it wasn't passing through to the gizzard and keeping him from eating or digesting. Poultry have been known to die from things being lodged in their crops. Some suggestions were given to help remove the obstruction but it never would have worked. I read (after we preformed surgery) that if using water, olive oil or liquid paraffin. In serious cases surgically removing was listed as an option and that of course is what Dad chose. I was that serious but the suggestion was in taking the "chicken" to the vets. Dad had done this before and by himself! I was impressed to say the least and really marveled at the rooster. Really! Well we gathered all that was needed - I'll leave the details out but will say I sewed him up! Yes, me!
So what is the picture of? Have you given up?
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| An old banana peel - to the right the hard stem! |
Friday, May 20, 2011
At Home~
We've had a couple batches of peeps hatch this spring and they are already out and about independent of momma hen. I thought I'd better get a picture of the recent peeps before they get to big.
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| "Girl" Not caring to much for her picture taken. |
I noticed something that I didn't want to overlook any longer - the best farm dog ever, "Girl." Girl is my Dad's dog given to him from an old friend, and several years ago. We figure she is at least 12 years old and may actually be year or two older (I'm thinking older). She's slowing down some but very young at heart and possibly the sweetest dog I know. There isn't a need for a cat - she's a great mouser. She will chase off hawks, keep snakes cornered, alert you when someone or thing is around most of all she just a happy dog and loves you around. It would be hard to fine one as good.
Gordy on the other hand is very much the pup always curious and on the move. He's very much my buddy follows me everywhere; inside or out.
He's always ready to play and is very spoiled! Even though he's spoiled he's very smart, quick to learn, listens well, eager to please - he's loyal and loving.
Sophie is my sweetheart though and has been a loving mom figure to Gordy. They love each other and spend most of their time together.
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| Best buds - Sophie and Gordy |
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A couple of months ago we did get to visit two of the pups in Tucson. I took them a treat they used to get when they were living here. A wonderful yummy raw beef bone.
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| Maggie |
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| Jack |
The pups love their homes and the owners are very pleased with them and have all good things to say. I have to say though with chagrin that Maggie ended up impregnated by another dog they owned a red nose. I wasn't happy to hear that in fact I was upset. The owner wasn't to happy either but the male got into the run.
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| Indy - looking all Innocent! |
With heart felt sadness I was informed that Bella at her new home got out of the fenced area and was hit by a car and she didn't make it. Bella, Maggie, Lilly, Jack and Gordo spent the longest time together they were all 6-7 months old before they left to there new homes.
One night a few months back Gordy woke up from sleeping crying and howling very mournful. He didn't want out he was weeping. I almost immediately thought something must have happened perhaps to one of the siblings or to mom Molly. Aaron told me that Lilly did the same and she was in California. I beleive it was the loss of Bella.
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| Bella Rosa |
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| Maggie and Bell |
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| Lilly and Bella |
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Happy New Year From Us!
We had a wonderful family visit with the kids, grand-pups and of course Lilly (Gordy's sib) this Christmas. All the pup from Molly are a year old now; wow! It's hard to believe a whole year has gone by. I thought I'd share a few pics of our day in the mountains.
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| Lilly |
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| Harvey and Riley |
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| Sophie |
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| El Gordo "Gordy" |
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| Happy New Year from all of us! |
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