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Oh that sweet boy! I'm glad you are both doing alright today and hope tomorrow is even better.
I think that it makes sense he's sore a day or two later. Inflammation takes time to develop and that's what really hurts. When I go for a long run, usually two days later I'm really feeling it, not so much the next day. I'm no doctor so who knows.
Keep on healing guys! Team Baxter has got this!
Baxter seems to be pretty close to back to normal today. He can jump on the couch/bed again and chased squirrels this morning. I realized last night that I hadn't seen him poop for a couple of days, but he took care of that business this morning after the squirrel chasing.
With Baxter on the mend, I went ahead and saw the nurse practitioner at my doctor's office. I'm on antibiotics now too. She said if you get bit by a cat, it's almost a guarantee it will get infected, so they just treat it that way. It's bruising a bit, but no swelling or anything and I still feel fine. But I'll start my antibiotics tonight.
Also stopped by Animal Control and filed a report. The woman there said she'd talk to the owners and just emphasize they need to be really mindful of keeping a cat that aggressive indoors so it can't hurt anyone. Hopefully that goes well.
One silver lining: A couple of years ago, I bought Baxter this really nice doggie bed for his gotcha day. I think he's spent a total of about two minutes in it since I got it for him. I had two beds I bought for Rocky post-amputation that he didn't really use all that often. So Baxter inherited those and they're what he typically sleeps in. But last night, he actually got in the "new" bed and slept in it for a bit.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
Baxter you are so darn cute, love seeing you in that very cushy bed looking so relaxed. What a relief that you are jumping and chasing evil skwirrels again!
David I'm glad you got medical attention. I have also heard that about cat bites from veterinary technicians, so better to be safe. Yeah, I hope the cat doesn't do that to anyone else. Scary! Feel better furiend.
Bittersweet day today.
Earlier today, Tigger (my parents' remaining dog) made his way to the Bridge. Coincidentally, today is also the anniversary of the first time I laid eyes on Rocky, so I've always considered this his birthday.
Keep my parents in your thoughts if you don't mind. I think having Tigger helped them after losing Ripple a couple of years ago. But now their house is dogless (except when their granddog Baxter visits).
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
Ohhh I'm so sorry David. Please give your parents a huge hug from all of us. We are so sorry Tigger's time came. Our animals just don't live long enough, ever. We are never prepared to say goodbye, and the heartache is real. Everyone here gets it.
Baxter's going to step up in a big way now, this is his time to help your parents heal, and show your family what he was brought into your life to do. He's going to shine as the granddog who helps mend your broken hearts, I just know it.
Please so let your beloved parents know how cery sorry we our to hear od their loss. We know all too well how their hearts ache right now. And then to deal with the silence of not having a dog in their home......so painful.....so silent.
I remember how kjnd your parents were to reach out to me when Merry Myrtle was going blind. I think it was Tigger who they were treating with eyes drops at the time.
I was tryngg to go through some of your posts in the past that jad Tigger and Ripple in them.. I'll keep looking.
I teresri g the date coincides with the amputation date of Rocky. I guess kn so e way it's validation that Rocky, and Ripple too, will be greeting him at The Bridge.
Remk d your parents jow glorious the reunion will be. Everyone is healthy and fit and they fet to eat lots of junk food with no consequence whatsoever.
And yes, Granddawg Baxter needs to visit a lot right now. Soon Ripple and Tigger and Baxter will send uour parents another dog. Even of they think they aren't ready or don't want another, their "family at the Bridge" will pick out the lucky dog and send it to them.
I m ow any dog who lives with you or your parents will always have THE best earth life possible. ♥️
(((((((((((((((((((((Hugs)))))))))))))))
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
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Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
PS. Somejow I missed your earlier post above with the adorable picture of Baxter lounging comfortably in his "new bed".
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Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Can you believe it's now been six years - to the day - that I picked Baxter up from the shelter? Crazy how time flies.
He had his annual checkup yesterday. It's strange to see "senior" listed on his paperwork. Waiting on his blood work to come in, but expect everything will be good since his physical went well, although he has gotten a little chubby. His back has flared up on him a few times this fall, so I asked for X-rays. Doc says everything on the X-rays looked great, so fingers crossed no more back issues for awhile.
I guess we're both going to go on a diet, but maybe after this weekend. Lots of food, football and resting (and maybe some raking of leaves) are planned.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
Honest to goodness, Baxter gets more and more handsome with age. His fur coat is lush and beautifully colored and his eyes are bright and clear. Thanks so much for checking in WITH the photo👍
Sounds like his check up was a good one and that's always good news
Hard to believe it's been six years since Baxter found the best furever home evvvvver! I had forgotten it was right before Thanksgiving......a very special time of "thanks". I'm just so glad uou both found each other...of course with Rockys help.😉
You two boys have a great Thanksgiving. Yes, diets can wait til after all the holiday season!
Hugs
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
PS.......Give your parents my love. Did another dog come Into their lives yet?
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
SENIOR Baxter? Oh my gosh I can't believe it's been so long! I agree, he is more handsome than ever. And how awesome that overall he is doing pretty great. You too eh?
Thank you for stopping by, it's always good to hear from you David. I hope that you and your fun family have a great pawliday celebration!
Hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving.
He's 8ish, so I guess technically a senior. Hasn't really slowed down much though; still chases squirrels and bunnies and does zoomies in the house. His blood work came back and there's something that's a tad high that could indicate an underlying heart issue. I need to research it more. Under 900 is normal. Above 1800 is a problem. His is at 958. He'd never had that test before, so the vet said his could just naturally be a little high.
Last month, some people not too far from me posted online about an abandoned Yorkie they saw get hit by a car. The poor guy had to have a leg amputated, but was otherwise doing well. The owners (if he had one) never came forward, so the people ended up adopting him. I mentioned this wonderful place to them, although I'm not sure if they visited or not.
Parents are doing well. Mom wants another dog, Dad says they're done. He says they're too old to get a puppy, and I countered that they'd be great for a senior dog stuck at a shelter. I guess we'll see.
P.S. I wasn't logged in, so I had to copy my post and then go log in to submit my reply. Guess whose banner showed up when I did that?
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
Awww I love that Rocky's banner came up when you logged in! See, he's still around, always.
Yeah, 8 is the line for "senior" status for larger breeds. But as you can see, it's just a number for them. We humans should watch and learn!
I'm so glad that yorkie got adopted. Thank you for being such a great ambassador!
It's been a great Thanksgiving weekend for us, I hope yours was nice too!
Hey y'all, what's up? Been awhile.
Was just up thinking about that night seven years ago - seriously, seven years!?! - and decided to pop back in to say hi. Happy Hannah's banner was there to greet me when I logged in.
Hope everyone is doing well.
Not much new here. Baxter is still doing well. Can't remember if I've ever mentioned it or not, but he loves to "talk" on the phone. Any time I get a phone call - or a Teams call at work since I'm fully remote now - he starts trying to talk to whoever is on the other line. He's easily the most vocal dog I've ever met.
Thinking about Rocky and one thing that dawns on me is that Baxter and I are almost certainly closer to the end of our time together than the beginning. That thought terrifies me. I know, I know, I shouldn't think that way. And I know Baxter doesn't have a timestamp either, but it's still hard sometimes to not think about.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
David! I just saw your super sweet tribute to Rocky on his angelversary today. Thank you from the bottom of ours for honoring the community on this bittersweet day. It was so nice to log on and see his sparkly face.
Seven years is incredibly fast. I'm sure to you it feels like yesterday though. I get it, and know that for me it took many years before my brain and heart agreed on how many years had gone by since Jerry passed, and now Wyatt. Time keeps moving forward and it sometimes makes me sad. I'm just glad that we are able to capture so many moments of their lives now.
And you are capturing so many awesome moments of Baxter's life too! You should record one of those Teams calls if you haven't already. That would be so cute to see Chatty Baxter lead your meeting 
I agree that it's hard not to reflect on that day, hopefully far away, when our dog is no longer with us. I'm guilty of the same. But you know what, when you do think of it, as long as you are aware that your time is short, and reel yourself back into the present, you are doing exactly what Baxter wants, which is to live in the now and embrace it fully!
PS: It's great to know Baxter is A-OK! Thanks again for your generosity.
Hi David,
Was just up thinking about that night seven years ago - seriously, seven years!?!
Yeah! Sometimes those dates to me seem soooo long ago but at the same time it seems like it was just the other day...
He's easily the most vocal dog I've ever met.
I can seriously relate to this! I somehow taught my dogs that when I answer the phone with a 'hello' that means there is someone in the house or at the door... they go racing off barking and looking for the intruder! This pattern goes back several dogs as the newest dog learns it from the older dog. Also, my newest quad dog is half Pomeranian, (we thought she was a Pug x Chi) and it turns out Poms were once much bigger and have traits like Malamutes and Huskies. She howls and roooos, and has lots and lots of opinions
Thinking about Rocky and one thing that dawns on me is that Baxter and I are almost certainly closer to the end of our time together than the beginning.
How does this happen? You know, Tri-Pug Maggie only made it to 11 years old, and we were very, very lucky to get that far. And my first childhood dog only made it to 11. But then my last two made it to 15 and 16 so I guess that has helped me not focus on the 'impending doom' feeling as our dogs age. They will never be around as long as we want but I think that now inspires me to make every day as good as it can be.
Karen and the Spirit Pug Girls and Boy
Tri-pug Maggie survived a 4.5 year mast cell cancer battle only to be lost to oral melanoma.
1999 to 2010
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