new from europe (arthritis and vetoryl?) - Ian, Flynn and Enya have passed

i used to have a kiddie pool too. but flynn destroyed it as a young dog.
couldn't you set up the pool without the fish?
just some water to cool her down? let her dive for some treats in the water?
i know we are spoiled with "our river" and the forest at only a 10 min drive from home. and they love the beach, which is an hour drive.
maybe you can show the video of tipper killing the shark on this forum?
sounds fun!

Oh no!
What about putting the pills in a glob of peanut butter?
Daisy likes that too.

Iris:
Will Ian eat a stinky sardine? Maybe put one in there? We are in for really bad weather this week so I have to talk either the IMS or vet into giving me something for Tipper. We have reached an point where it is more detrimental to have her terrified than the effects of the tranquilizer. That is why I prefer the fall and winter as she has no worries then. Looks like a good day to put the porch furniture out! Blessings
Patti

valerie, sometimes the peanut butter trick will work, the other day he does not want it. so difficult to handle it.
luckily he is doing fine, even with some days without the vetoryl.
today he has eaten the pill...
glad to read that daisy is doing better.

patti, i agree you must have some medicine to help tipper, this can not go on for both your sakes.
the doctors must understand this!
it is so frustrating for you.

Iris:
Yeah for getting the pill down Ian. That one you don't have to worry about! Tipper was on high alert all nite. She moved about the bedroom and kept me awake most of the nite. I feel so bad that she goes thru this. My vet must find something safe to give her, as we cannot keep this up and summer really never started yet. I hope it is not too hot and humid over there for the doggies. Are your dogs nervous in a storm? Hoping today's pill goes down the old hatch for Ian. I am taking Tipper for her Adequan this morning. Blessings
Patti

hi patti, so sorry that tipper is so nervous because of this weather.
my dogs don't mind the thunderstorms.
they do bark like toby, when there is lightning.
it is still hot and humid today, but the weather forecast says it will be cooler.
we can finally make longer walks when the temp. drops.
pills are down again. [oops, forgot to search the floor with a flashlight]
good luck tomorrow at the vet hospital.
i will read about the results in tipper's thread.

Hi Iris:
My head is ready to explode from so much information. I am waiting for a list of questions I asked the IMS to be answered and I will proceed from there. I hope Ian is being a good baby and not spitting those darn pills out!! Good weather here and I did walk the dogs twice. I am catching up on my work and getting ready to go to the cardiologist Monday, another big trip! I am worn out, but need to get these things done. We have been going tombed early as I am tired. I hope you have good weather today to walk the babies. Tipper has been drinking more thannormal the last two days, I hope the cortisol is not rising. Blessings
Patti

hi patti, i am sorry that you have to go through all of this.
i found the list in tipper's thread a good one!
hope you will get your answers soon from the ims.
the vetoryl is down, i have to try to feed the omega 3 pill.
it is so big and he recognises the smell from it.
the weather is ok right now, a bit cooler, so longer walks are possible again.
i hope tipper and you can have a good night sleep finally and that the extra drinking is just from the exercise she had.
ian is drinking more when the temp. are rising and after/during longer walks.
the every day worries about our doggies -and your own health- can make your head spin, and prevent you from sleep well.
enya turned 12 today, so we had a little party.
hope she will not develop cushing's too...........

Hi Iris:
Happy Birthday to Enya. She getting to be an old lady like Tipper!! Glad Ian is taking his pills. Tipper said where's the cake??? I am waiting to hear back from the IMS, but it will be a few days with her busy schedule. At least I am not in any emergency situation, and have time to think this thru. I am trying to get caught up on stuff here as I will be gone all Monday morning. I have a sitter for Tipper, I never leave her alone, and they call me every hour to tell me she is ok. I am making some chicken noodle soup so I have something for Monday when I get home. I am definitely a planner. We have a bit of cold weather and are expecting rain today. Hope you do not have the heat and humidity and enjoy your weekend
a bit. Blessings
Patti

Happy Belated Birthday to Enya!

hugs
Sharlene and molly muffin