Flynn 11 y/o Foxie Cross - Right adrenalectomy- Good Bye Flynny We will miss you

Hi Judi

He does look good :).. they battle on don't they!! Hopefully his kidney tests will be improved when we check them next!!

The idea with the puzzle is that he is meant to remove the little bones off the top, they come off easily. But he has not seemed to get that part :D:D Once the bone is off, it unlocks the little drawer underneath which holds the bikkies, he can open the drawers fine but so far I have to help him with the bone removal or he will claw at it till he tips it over then they fall off anyway and he is happy! :D:D

My vet has never suggested Benadryl, we do have that for humans here in New Zealand but not heard of it used in dogs here? Loratidine seems to be doing the trick, he is on a half tablet twice a day. I want him totally good for a few days before retesting his urine. I could tell he is not back 100% yet as slow on his walk and not running, still he is doing pretty good for a 12 year old!! Shame your summer has been sucky, waiting for it to arrive here but spring is pretty good so far :D How is Keesh doing tonight, eating ok?

Love the video Trish. He sure knows exactly where the biscuits are and tries his darnedest to get the drawers open. I can just see him tipping the whole thing over and all the bones falling off, then jackpot!! He is so cute!

So glad you had a nice day, and yay for a normal poop!! Did your Dad enjoy himself at his lunch?

Yes, he has a one track mind with the puzzle, claw claw claw.... at least tonight he watched as I removed the bone, usually he does not stop clawing long enough to learn how to do it! Yes he is my cute boy, he sure is no fancy pedigree but to me he is the best dog in the world as all our babies are! :)

Dad had a lovely lunch, he finished everything and had sticky date pudding to finish! I took them all for a Sunday afternoon drive through the countryside and it was lovely with all the spring blossoms out, so he had a fine belated Father's Day!

That sounds like a lovely day. And in your countryside, that would've a most beautiful drive!

I know what you mean, our babies are the best dogs in the world. I remember being at a big dog expo type of event here a few years back. There were booths representing many breeds set up by the AKC. I remember visiting the miniature schnauzer booth and one of the ladies there commenting on Jasper and how big he was, and even asked me if I was "sure" that he was really a miniature schnauzer. Her tone was not nice. I told her yes, that he was just big for the breed. She said something about him being pet quality rather than show quality. I said that I really didn't care because he was the most wonderful dog, and more importantly he was mine. How snooty!! She acted surprised that I put her in her place. What I really wanted to say was that I questioned her breeding based on how she was behaving, but decided against it. :rolleyes: :mad: Don't mess with my baby!

That just cracked me up Tina!! Hahahaha love your reply to Ms Snooty, what a cheek doubting our sweet Jasper's heritage :mad: Some of those dog show people take the cake don't they!! I am sure they must be lovely people there, but I remember watching a documentary about show's and wow some of the people were certifiable, the poor dogs all looked glum :(

That's funny Tina. I would have questioned her breeding too!! :)

Trish, I've never see that toy before. I'd like to get one as all Keesh has is a treat ball. I'll check out the big pet store.

Any vet that I've had has said use Benadryl, and it is the over the counter kind. I actually thought that was the safest, however I take Loratidine myself. Takes away hives, itches and whatever other allergy symptom I have.

Keesh is on again, off again with his food. I don't know what to make of it. Peeing and drinking still the same even with the "Leaks No More."

Yes, I have seen a documentary or two about dog shows and all the behind the scenes stuff, and was appalled at some of the things. I sure enjoy watching the shows, and know there are many good people involved at all levels. But just like anything else, there are a few (maybe more than a few in this case) that are somewhat extreme.

I can't imagine commenting to someone about the "quality" of their precious dog, no matter the breeding. They are all special in my book!!! :)

Ok dear, I better hit the hay for sure now. I hope your Monday goes well and quick. I will post an update on Jasper as soon as I know something. Fingers and paws crossed that he is well enough to come home today rather than my Monday!

Big hugs. xo

Judi - it's called the Dog Casino... hope Flynny does not get addicted to gambling :D:D I bought it online from a NZ website, they are not listing it now. Back in Addy's thread a month or so back we were talking about puzzle games and she listed a whole lot, or it might have been Leslie? I know Leslie put me onto the babble ball, which he chases around too. I have left that around at my parents for him to play with there, the cat loves it too!

Keesh sure is a mystery pup, I wish I had some advice on continence medications in dogs, but I cannot help. I would just be wary of some of the products like desmopressin as they can really mess with electrolytes especially if the dog is unwell to start with. Hope the leak no more kicks in soon!

Hey Trish,

Checking in on you and Flynn!!!

Lots of puzzle games on Amazon -just google interactive games dog for those of you looking for them. Zoe solved hers by smashing it against the cupboard and then throwing it in the air repeatedly so ii would crash on the floor:rolleyes::rolleyes: That's my girl:D:D

A lovely Sunday drive through the countryside, what a perfect afternoon. I hope your Monday is a good start to the week. Why do they have to come so dang fast?

Yay, glad Flynn is having good poops now. Whew, it's a relief every time I get to say that for one of more contrary pups. LOL

He is such a hoot with that puzzle toy. I laughed at how he just kept going for it. Got to give it to Flynn for determination. :)

Ahhh, a lunch and drive in the country side. How lovely that sounds. Usually if there is food, then there should be a nap in there somewhere close in time. hahahahaha

Huggers,
Sharlene and Molly muffin