April
2012
Day Ten4
Bailey is doing great. Back to his old self charging out of the house as if he was a 100 lb dog that will defend us from all intruders. He still forgets his limitations, but is managing well.
I think he has been licking his incision today as it is a tiny red and not as scabbed up as yesterday. I haven’t caught him licking, but I might have to put the collar on tomorrow – I hate doing it but definetly do not want him to get an infection.
I am continued to be amazed at people’s reaction when I tell them what happened – the shock and look of disbelief amazes me. Then there are the others that never question you. My father-in-law, who is not a big animal person, I think summed it up perfectly when my husband told him. He simply said “it’s better than dead”. I loved how simply he looked at the decision and how unabashedly he supported our decision. My mom was the same way, she simply said “you do what has to be done”. I have been blessed in so many ways and so appreciate those that don’t make you feel like you did something wrong.
I like your Mom and Father-in-Law! Good people!! Glad to hear Bailey is doing so well. Keep rocking’ Bailey!!
we think we need to have t-shirts printed up…
IT’S BETTER THAN DEAD!!
glad you are seeing bailey back to his old self!
charon & spirit gayle
Yay Bailey!!! You’ll continue to amaze everyone as a tripawd….I do!!!
Hugs and chocolate labby kisses,
Charley (and my mommy Ellen)
We too were constantly amazed when people would say such insensitive things. It’s so easy for folks to judge when they haven’t been in your paws. All you can do is feel sorry for them. Then, turn to look at Bailey and know that HE really has the secret to a good life. No judging people or animals, no negativity, no fear, just pure joy at being alive!
Glad to hear things are looking good again. And I agree: your mom and father-in-law are terrific!