Hard to believe it’s July, and typically our hottest days of the year, when our temperatures have struggled to reach 80. We enjoyed another beautiful, low-humidity day on Thursday, and Friday is expected to be similar. The heat and humidity will start its gradual return over the weekend, but the weathermen is saying that it won't "get its legs back" until next week -- And we're all okay with that!
The dogs are enjoying it, especially Charlie who is way past due for his summer haircut, which he'll get on Saturday.
Gus's pressure sore continues to heal and I'm so happy with how the wound is starting to look underneath the bandage. I heard from the rescue this week, and it's official, Gus will spend the remainder of his life with us at Golden Pines.
As you know, the original vet that saw him said that she estimated he'd live 6 months or so. The vet that first saw Gus about his pressure sore, saw no value in Gus at all. But his current vet, Dr. C has become our hero for her great care, expertise, kindness and positive attitude that has restored my hope that this chapter in Gus's life, no matter how long it will be, can be one of comfort and contentment.
I hope your weekend is one of "comfort and contentment" too.
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| ~Early morning in our yard~ |
Isn't the weather beautiful, I love it.. I am sure the doggies do too. I love the butterfly and coneflowers. Charlie is a cutie! I am so happy Gus will spend the rest of his life with you! I am sure he will be as comfortable as can be..Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteFinding the right Vet was crucial...Gus is coming along nicely because of your persistence, Kim! Good weather makes us all feel AWESOME!...:)JP
ReplyDeleteI am glad Gus is feeling better and is going to stay with you. I bet you are not impressed with the first vet. Have a lovely weekend. xxx
ReplyDeleteKim, finding the right Vet was crucial for Gus, you and he knows it!! This weather makes us all feel AWESOME!...:)JP
ReplyDeleteLove your butterfly photo, just beautiful. Glad to hear Gus is doing well.
ReplyDeleteDaisy and her mom.
Hi Kim, so glad to hear that Gus will be with you for the remainder of his life (no matter how long that will be) with you and Carl and the gang. Glad to know that his sore is better. Beautiful picture of your yard. Our weather here in Florida is yucky daily, with rain and high humidity. Have a fabulous weekend. And yes, Charlie needs a serious haircut. Ana
ReplyDeleteMorning Kim, love the butterfly on the Cone flower, so pretty. Very happy Gus will stay with you, plus his sore is healing. Nice the humid weather is staying away for you to enjoy summer more, don't do good in humidity....Enjoy the weekend, Hugs Francine.
ReplyDeleteThe first photo is beautiful!! Whether Gus has a day or a year or longer, he is loved and cared for. So glad you found a vet to care about him.
ReplyDeleteI like your new vet! ...and congratulations to Gus for being able to stay with you!
ReplyDeleteMonty and Harlow
awww. enjoy that cooldown as long as it lasts. we are, too.
ReplyDeleteThat vet is as disposable as he thought Gus was.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for Gus and you. He is so lucky to be at Golden Pines. One of our first German shepherds had DM and lived to be 13. Her last years were tough but she enjoyed her life despite her DM.
ReplyDeleteGreat news for Gus & you! Thank God for your loving care and nurturing of the seniors.
ReplyDeleteWe too are enjoying the great weather in Philadelphia - Neeli & Elle say hello to you and yours!
Nadine
I'm so happy for Gus and for you that he'll be staying with you. He couldn't be in a more hopeful, loving, wonderful place. I wish I could reach into the photos and hug him. I feel so much love....
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for Gus and for you that he'll be staying with you. He couldn't be in a more hopeful, loving, wonderful place. I wish I could reach into the photos and hug him. I feel so much love....
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for both Gus and for you! He looks like such a sweet old soul!
ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing for all the care and love you give to these seniors. You are one of our heroes!
The best news ever, for you and for Gus, your back yard looks so peaceful, with tall trees and green lawn for all to play in. A little place of Heaven for all. Cheers,Jean
ReplyDeleteI see a smile on Gus' lips just in knowing that he will never have to pack his bags and move again... xox
ReplyDeleteOh, bless you and precious Gus!
ReplyDelete'No value in Gus'...Sheesh! Glad you've found a good Vet. We're happy he'll be a permanent.
ReplyDeleteLove your Shady tree. 0.7°C this morning~
I admire you so Kim xx
ReplyDeleteWonderful news about Gus, he surely deserves the best, something you are a master of.....
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cool days and gentle rain here this week, not at all like the previous July days.
Be well sweet friend !
~Jo
Oh for sure enjoy it, we have have record low high temps the last 3 days, around 64 one time. But or 90's are coming back Monday. Maybe we will get some ice next month, Barharhar
ReplyDeleteThe Mad Scots
Cooler than usual here as well. And we have enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim
ReplyDeleteThat huge tree in your yard is soo beautiful!
We are also thankful to Dr Chas-- for having such kindness and appreciation in her heart to help Gus. And make his pressure sores all better too!
We are so happy to know that Gus will be a part of Golden Pines!
love
tweedles
You, and Dr.Chas, and especially Gus make my heart swell with pure joy for his life. All of our days can be counted as days of grace in this world.
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Kim,
ReplyDeleteSo glad you found a compaction and caring vet who show's a positive attitude towards older Golden's. Ya for Gus having his last days with you and the crew.
The picture of the the yellow tail butterfly is so beautiful.
Have a wonderful weekend with Carl and the crew.
thank god for vets like doctor c.
ReplyDeletehow could you be a vet and make a statement like
"no value in gus" ??? good lord. that person should never have become a vet. as if gus is a commodity.
this is such good news. always love to hear "he/she will live out their life here at golden pines." magical wonderful words.
our cool spell is about to end too. back to possible 100's next week...
but until then... GLORY HALLELUJAH !!!! lolol.
xoxo♥
Oh Gus...what a lucky guy! and lucky you too!!! He has value and IS valued. What else is there to say..??
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you...
I am glad all is well and that Gus has a good vet . Our Miggs had pressure sores from her cast when she had her knee surgery 2 years ago and has the scares from it ! It is cool breezy and rainy here today but the hot humid temps will be with us again soon as August is out hottest month ! Wonderful photos ! Thanks for sharing . Have a good weekend !
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you have a good vet for Gus. It makes all the difference. We love ours. Gus has the same kind of harness as we received from Terry at Moondance Ranch, a blogger friend whose dog had passed away. She sent it for Soldier after he was injured and it worked so great. I only used the front part of it. I wish Gus a wonderful continuation of life at Golden Pines.
ReplyDeleteI think YOU are the hero, for caring so much about Gus and doing all you do for the other pooches. It warms my heart when people go out of their way to help an animal who has no one else.
ReplyDeleteWell done Dr.C !
ReplyDeleteSo, SO happy for Gus! You can see it in his eyes...he loves it there!
ReplyDeleteYeah Gus!
ReplyDeleteHowdy Mates. Oh Gus, you are a sweetheart. Good luck with continued improvement with the pressure sore. It's always wonderful to have a Vet who cares. Take care all. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory
ReplyDeleteI hope Gus is with you a very long time.
ReplyDeleteGus is such a handsome boy! I'm glad he gets to spend the rest of his days with you!
ReplyDeleteSo sweet. I know that Gus will find comfort and contentment with you.
ReplyDeletelove that last photo of your yard. Glad Gus has found his forever home......
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