Molly, 13 yr, shih tzu - lhasa aspo - Molly has passed

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Big hugs to you and Zoe :-) I know you care :) We have been very lucky so far that Molly hasn't shown the normal symptoms of cushings. Long may it continue. I don't know if we are on borrowed time or if there is something else going on. I try to focus on the positive and what is good in her life. I figure that we don't know what the future will hold for us and one day we might be right there in scary territory.
If and when that day comes you can expect a basket case here more than likely.
It does make me feel better to know that if that day comes there will so much knowledge and support for us right here on this forum. She will have the best chance for me not to screw up and to make good decisions because of every one of you.
I am grateful every day for every single one of you. It is almost unbearable of thinking of any pain or heartache for those who have come to mean so much, both human and furry.
I admit that I have a tendacy to bottle up my worries and not show them much on the outside. I am therefore over all better probably at giving support. :-)

hugs
sharlene and molly muffin

I just loved reading about dogs + boots as it reminded me of Hamish - we put a set of boots on him and he did the kicking out of different paws then a very odd walk around the lounge. I did try to video it, but it was kind of hard when we were falling about laughing and he was just looking at us in disgust :D

What I did find worked for him were the Paws boots which are just like unblown up balloons. I bought a pack of 12 thinking they may last a few walks each but then read a suggestion about patching any holes with duct tape so I ended up using 8 over an entire Winter and we were doing around 3-4 miles every day on hard packed snow / ice. I used to rinse them after each walk and only had to patch 2 of them. Unlike the proper boots he didn't even seem to notice them, and just walked quite happily with them on.

It will be interesting to see how Henry reacts as I've only just persuaded him to wear a coat out of doors :eek: although he did love frolicking in the snow this morning and came indoors with a white beard ;)

Hi Sharlene,
Your post made me laugh...:D!! What did Molly have to say when your husband claims to be the alpha of the house!!?? I think I can guess. ;)

Trixie is an alpha girl to the max! Even lifts her leg thank you very much! We had a few snow showers here last night but nothing more. Trixie also points her nose way up in the air when it's cold. You think it's harder for them to smell in the cold? I was thinking it was that, or just trying to get a big whiff of the wind so she can "see" what's going on.

I have the same issue with cold weather gear and the foyer! I have tried every type of set-up...drawers, baskets, all kinds of bins to make it easier for getting on gloves, scarves, etc...nothing seems efficient. It all looks messy and I'm still searching for a glove or something when it's time to get out the door. I guess it's because when we all come in we rush to take it all off! I'm still working on this issue...maybe I'll figure something out before spring! :D:D

Stay warm!
Barbara

Hi Sharlene:
I suffer from the same thing, but you come out of my garage into the laundry room. So it is the place where all the dog coats are and the boots etc. I have tried everything to keep it neat so I got a coat rack for the wall and it had all the dog coats on that helps a lot. Are you freezing up there yet??? Blessings
Patti

Yep, pretty cold today. The wind was blowing pretty good and just cut right through the coat it seemed.

Our front door opens right into the foyer and house, so it's a challenge trying to keep it from looking messy, especially in the winter or rainy months, when there are boots everywhere it seems. We have a large coat closet there, but it seems to always be overflowing. Beats me how we can have so much for just us.

Sometimes Molly will bark at hubs when he starts in on his "who is alpha" routine and sometimes she will play growl at him. They do have some real contest of will though and he always wins when he is serious, but she seems to know when that time is too.

A bit of snow for tonight they said and then probably some tomorrow night too. We'll see. It can be real hit and miss sometimes.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Bailey just wanted to say "ruff" to Molly. If we have to have your cold weather could you please also send the snow? At least we could have some fun in that or have it to look pretty.
Hugs!
Susan

Sharlene,
Happy Thanksgiving.

Sharlene,
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours and Molly.:D
Hugs,
Susan

Ohhh that's funny we must have almost been in the hairdressers at the same time!! I could hardly see it had got so long at the front, so at least I am looking presentable to return to work next week!! My hairdresser gave me a Christmas present, a tiny bottle of hairspray which is excellent for when I travel!! Glad to hear your not scaring the neighbours any longer :D:D Have a lovely day with the family and Miss Muffin, we do not do thanksgiving, but can I request one pecan pie, one pumpkin pie and Flynn would like a taste of turkey as he has never had it (ohhh maybe a novel protein, or maybe its too close to chicken haha) xxx

Sharlene:
I see you do not do Thanksgiving so have a wonderful day anyway with Molly. It is in the teens here today and the dogs will not be walking. Blessings
Patti