Thursday, March 19, 2015
All That Matters
My day off work is spent catching up. It included the holistic vet coming and seeing Gus. We're both happy with how he's doing. He's been with us for just shy of 10 months now, a milestone considering there were some who never thought we'd see one month. I've decided that each day with Gus is a milestone, and we're grateful for these "days of grace" with him. Despite eating twice as much as the other dogs, Gus is noticeably thinner than he has ever been because of the loss of muscle mass. He has increasingly more difficulty getting around than before, and needs us to help him more. A symptom that the degenerative myleopathy (DM) is progressing. But Gus keeps trying and there is no doubt he's just as happy as he was the first day he came to us. That's all that matters.
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sweet boy.
ReplyDeleteEvening Kim, yes, that's all that matters is Gus is ok, such a sweet boy.Hugs Francine
ReplyDeleteHe looks like he is happy with the life you have given him.
ReplyDeleteOne very happy chap, and with all your TLC and more, he is doing so well, Let it continue.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet boy! Happy weekend, Kim!
ReplyDeleteBless you both!
ReplyDeleteIt's been 3 months since Kyla crossed. Damn, we miss her. It's tough but we gave her the best life she could have wanted as a product of a Mexcian puppy mill. We're not God-we do our best.
ReplyDeleteHappiness and enjoying what's happening around him...is all that matters.
ReplyDeleteAwww, gorgeous Gus, big luff and hugs to you
ReplyDeleteLoves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx
if anyone knows what really matters in this life... it's you dearest bean.
ReplyDeleteand gus is an inspiration to us all. we complaining moaning whining humans that think we have it rough. YOU GO GUS! we love you. ♥
will say he looks like an old man who is very wise. May he have many more happy days/months/years.
ReplyDeleteThat's positive news about Gus considering his ailments...{{hugs}}
ReplyDeleteMay Gus continue to find happiness with you as long as he needs it. He is indeed an old man but there is much wisdom in those eyes.
ReplyDeleteGus will always be happy with you and your clan it is his calm . Poor old guy . Thanks for sharing , oh and Happy first day of Spring !
ReplyDeleteOUR momma wishes she could come through that computer and just give him a big ole hug. thank you for taking such good care of him.
ReplyDeletestella rose
DM is so heart wrenching but we do what we can. We miss our Betty so very much but are thankful that we could offer her every possible comfort in the time she was with us. Gus will let you know when it is time, our thoughts and prayers go to you and sweet Gus.
ReplyDeleteHang in there Gus! We're dealing with a rather uncooperative, arthritic old dog, Miss Morgan. She needs some help but fights it. She wants to do everything herself. These are the time I wish we could talk to each other.
ReplyDeleteThats all us pups what....to be treated well and loved..we will be happy then....betcha Gus would ay...oh thanks for all the help and great days!
ReplyDeleteLovies Gus
The Mad scots
You said it perfectly. That is exactly how we felt with our Steffi (our DM dog). Thanks for sharing how dogs can live with DM.
ReplyDeleteCindy
Hi Kim!
ReplyDeleteWe are so thankful that Gus has you and Carl, and the furrys at Golden Pines.
He is happy-- and that is what is important,, and you have given him the chance to feel love.
love
tweedles
Sweet Gus. He does look happy, and I agree that's "all that matters"!
ReplyDeleteGus may be losing muscle mass but he's still a handsome as a Prince.
ReplyDeleteThose male Goldens have an indomitable "life spirit". I am always amazed at how they approach life....fearless, happy and loving. Every day Gus is with us is proof that he had more work to do.....with GP. Yes, a bottomless well of love.
ReplyDeleteBless you for taking such good care of him Kim. DM is just a heartbreaking disease and I'm so glad Gus has you in his corner.
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