Sunday, August 12, 2018

The Girls


~We are enjoying tomatoes from our garden~
Onto another week we go. Almost all of my spare time these days is being taken up with the dogs.  This past week began with our girl Bailey at the vet for x-rays and bloodwork and were given a diagnosis of a respiratory infection, and 2 antibiotics. As a new week begins, she's much better, her appetite has returned, and the cough that she had has all but disappeared. 
~Bailey~
Eva also had a turn at the vet this past week, and her latest blood work shows that her health, in particular, her kidneys continue to deteriorate.  The infection that we hoped was cleared up, has returned, so she's back on antibiotics.
~Eva~
I've asked Conventional Vet to contact the medical coordinator from the rescue about Eva's future health reports. I know hearing the test results are important.  But right now, hearing about how Eva's sodium, potassium, creatinine, albumin, calcium and protein levels continue to worsen is just too discouraging. I have accepted that Eva will never regain her health.  So, I'd rather focus on each day as it comes; making sure she's happy, in good spirits, finding something she'll want to eat, and making sure she's getting her IV fluids, supplements and medications and getting to her appointments with Holistic Vet.

And going down the list of the girls, I have to mention the little milestone that its been just over a week since the arrival of Momma. I've enjoyed getting to know, this easy going girl. Usually we take intros very slow, and over a week we allow the new arrivals to have more and more freedom in the house, and with the other dogs.  But Momma is one of those dogs where that has not been necessary. She quickly became part of our big crowd, and has settled right in. All the dogs like her.
~Momma & Todd~
Chipper, our other foster boy for Lab Rescue, cannot get enough of her, and wherever Momma is, Chipper is not far behind.  I think he likes that there is another Lab around. We like having her around too!

19 comments:

  1. Sorry to hear Eva isn't doing well. We have our paws crossed that she is as comfortable as possible for however long she wants to stick around. I'm glad to hear Momma is doing well and getting along well with your pack.

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  2. Eva, I know you will give her the love and care she needs right now, and she has the most loving home for her last time down here. Heaven will wait patiently I am sure.

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  3. All paws crossed for the girls and YOU. So very nice to hear that Momma is settling in so well.

    Woos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber

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  4. Watch out, Chipper. Todd will steal Momma's heart.

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  5. Sad about Eva . . ,
    She has great car3 with you . . .
    Enjoy those ‘naters . . .

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  6. this is a heart warming post. even with the bittersweet news.
    everyone … human or animal … should have the love of Golden Pines in their lives at some point! it's unlike any other. thank you for taking the time to blog in your busy life! xoxo

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  7. Those tomatoes look soooo tasty! Can't beat homegrown
    Glad to hear you're feeling better Bailey.
    Making Eva's life comfy and funs must surely be the priority and I nose that she is in the bestest place wiv you looking after her Aunty Kim
    Awww, that photo of Momma and Todd is wonderful, two happy smiley faces, just like Chipper and his 'hint of a smiley'
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  8. Hello, your tomatoes look delicious. Good news on Bailey I am sorry about Eva. I do know she will live the end of her life happily there with you. It is nice that Momma has been welcomed by all the other dogs. She fits right in with the crowd. HUGS to all, have a happy day and new week ahead.

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  9. You take on the hardest cases. Your heart is so big and your compassion has no limits.

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  10. Sweet Eva - we know you will make whatever time she has left packed with love. Glad that Bailey is feeling better and Momma is such a sweetheart
    hugs
    Hazel & Mabel

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  11. So sweet, Momma sounds very special

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  12. I think Momma assessed the situation and decided she should fit in right away in view of all the other stuff going on. I could grab a handful of your tomatoes and eat them instead of candy.

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  13. You sure have your hands full. I like your decision about letting Eva live her life and making it the best life possible for her.

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  14. They are all so precious. Sometimes it's all about one day at a time.

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  15. Good news about Bailey but sad to read about Eva. You are an example to us all.
    xxx

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  16. Licks and wags to all the girls. We wish everyone comfort and happiness and snoozes in the sun!

    Licks,
    Cobi

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  17. Sorry to hear about some of the girls health not doing so well . On a good note Momma is fitting in well and all like her and vise a versa . Again thank you for all you do for these lovely doggies ! wonderful photos . MM home grown veggies are the best *smile*

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  18. One day at a time,,, one day at a time.
    love
    tweedles

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