Peanut Blessed me with a
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LittleRibbie
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O.K. Marty, I know we've been friends for some time and you have been very honest w/me when I got your horses but the fibbing must stop now!! Never once did you tell me that Nicky throws DUCKS ..you know those little feathery things that LOVE WATER!! Well we have had rain all morning and I was a little nervous letting little Cam out b/c I didnt want him getting wet then being chilly ....and i thought he might melt. Well I bit the bullet and held my breath when I finally let them out in the drizzle. Peanut came right out and started rolling in the wet grass and my little duck came out, guns loaded, and did about three laps before Peanut even got up!! In the first hour poor Peanut might have had only several quick nibbles of hay before she had to go round up the "duck"...he was stomping in every puddle even when the rain was coming down much harder....he didnt care. Peanut would go into the stall turn around and see he wasnt there and she would charge right out looking for him!! Again and Agian. now the rains really coming down and i have a metal overhang on the roof and the little "duck" is standing right lined up so the rain falls off the roof and lands on his little bum..its so funny he takes a couple steps and shakes off then manages to back him self up under the over hang again. Hes done this about 3 times. Its really raining hard now and i think PN would rather be inside but little Cam will have none of it.....he's free and loves the rain!! Of course I want to go out and round em up and plop them back in the stall but Im trying hard to let Cam enjoy himself and give PN a little exercise. We are supposed to have big thunder and lightning storms later so I will bring them in then but right now I like watching the little Duck and Mother Goose.
I want to add, there is about a 6 inch drop going out the stall door and it took a bit for Cam to get his nerve up to go in and out but i wish you could see him now...he seems to get a kick out of jumping off the big huge cliff!!
I want to add, there is about a 6 inch drop going out the stall door and it took a bit for Cam to get his nerve up to go in and out but i wish you could see him now...he seems to get a kick out of jumping off the big huge cliff!!
LittleRibbie
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Megan, I had planned on putting a cam out side for you all but not sure now. I was just logging on to let you know the vet is coming tomorrow to put little Quahog to rest
He had been improving and the chemo was working and cell count was getting better but hes been alittle down for about a week. The day after Cam was born After the vet had left i stuck the box w/placenta in tack room b/c my husband was going to bury it after the vet checked it over. I accidently didnt close the door and walked in on Quahog chewing on it. well he was pretty sick that night and I contributed it to eatting part of that. Yesterday he was worse, real bad not eatting so Skiff took him around midnight to the emergancy clinic and he went to our cancer vet this AM. Cancer has returned and his stomach is once again filled w/blood...treatments might prolong life about 2 weeks but at the very most a month.nothing to do w/eatting placenta. Skiff has just left to pck him up so that he can be here with us tonight and say good by to the other dogs and we will end his suffering tomorrow. He never even got the chance to meet little Cam and be a pest and steal his food dish like he did w/the other horses.Im in shock b/c I really thought he was doing much better.
He had been improving and the chemo was working and cell count was getting better but hes been alittle down for about a week. The day after Cam was born After the vet had left i stuck the box w/placenta in tack room b/c my husband was going to bury it after the vet checked it over. I accidently didnt close the door and walked in on Quahog chewing on it. well he was pretty sick that night and I contributed it to eatting part of that. Yesterday he was worse, real bad not eatting so Skiff took him around midnight to the emergancy clinic and he went to our cancer vet this AM. Cancer has returned and his stomach is once again filled w/blood...treatments might prolong life about 2 weeks but at the very most a month.nothing to do w/eatting placenta. Skiff has just left to pck him up so that he can be here with us tonight and say good by to the other dogs and we will end his suffering tomorrow. He never even got the chance to meet little Cam and be a pest and steal his food dish like he did w/the other horses.Im in shock b/c I really thought he was doing much better.
Equuisize
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Ohhhh Heidi, I am just sick for you guys about Quahog.
I think you are very brave and very loving to let him
go while he has his dignity.
I feel so deeply that letting our loved ones go is
the ultimate act of love.
Im sooooo glad you've got Cam to concentrate on to
watch and laugh at his antics, at this tough time.
Sending you and Skiff many {{HUGS}}
I think you are very brave and very loving to let him
go while he has his dignity.
I feel so deeply that letting our loved ones go is
the ultimate act of love.
Im sooooo glad you've got Cam to concentrate on to
watch and laugh at his antics, at this tough time.
Sending you and Skiff many {{HUGS}}
LittleRibbie
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Thank you, they sent him home w/a little bandana thats says..Chasing The Cure for K9 Cancer..it has alittle dog w/wings on it. I only wish no dog ever got to wear one!!
The vet said he really isnt in any pain but they can not do anything for his stomach and the blood...they said that even a couple more days will not hurt but they can do no more or suggested doing no more. I will take each day and see how he does for the next couple before letting him go.
Is it fairly common for foals to eat/nibble dirt...Im sure it must be, b/c so many people have dry lots but just want to check.
My other ? of the day..Peanut should have got her week of sand clear first of August...I held off just because of the foal. Is it safe to do it this week? She has had it every month up until August.
And 1 more...can I get rid of the hay/straw and replace w/large flake shavings yet ...maybe tomorrow
Thanks
The vet said he really isnt in any pain but they can not do anything for his stomach and the blood...they said that even a couple more days will not hurt but they can do no more or suggested doing no more. I will take each day and see how he does for the next couple before letting him go.
Is it fairly common for foals to eat/nibble dirt...Im sure it must be, b/c so many people have dry lots but just want to check.
My other ? of the day..Peanut should have got her week of sand clear first of August...I held off just because of the foal. Is it safe to do it this week? She has had it every month up until August.
And 1 more...can I get rid of the hay/straw and replace w/large flake shavings yet ...maybe tomorrow
Thanks
Oh Heidi I'm so very sorry to hear the news about Quahog, just when he seemed to be doing so much better. Unfortunately, as we all know, cancer can be like that, striking suddenly without warning.
Sending you, Skiff and Quahog ((((HUGS)))) hoping that you all have a peaceful night before you have to consider the most difficult and yet loving decision that any animal owner has to face.
My sincere sympathies and thoughts are with you. xx
Sending you, Skiff and Quahog ((((HUGS)))) hoping that you all have a peaceful night before you have to consider the most difficult and yet loving decision that any animal owner has to face.
My sincere sympathies and thoughts are with you. xx
LittleRibbie
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Thanks Anna
Heid I am also sorry to hear about Quahog. I just had to make the decision to put my 15 year old dog down on Mon. She was not eating but I thought that the vet could suggest something. When I got there and they checked her out they said that if it was thier dog they wuold put her down. She had 15 good years with us but it is still hard.
Equuisize
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If baby is nibbling at Mom's grain already then I'd put off the SandClear for the moment.
There may be others with more expertise in that than me as we treat, monthly, but do not live in a sandy climate so missing a regular dose isn't life threatening, per our vet.
If his umblical cord has dried and he's plenty warm enough, (in your temps probably not a problem) you could probably move onto shavings.
Here, I used hay for over a week but it was cool and it gave our little guy someting
to snuggle into.
Yes, they nibble on everything - Including mom's poop, usually.
There may be others with more expertise in that than me as we treat, monthly, but do not live in a sandy climate so missing a regular dose isn't life threatening, per our vet.
If his umblical cord has dried and he's plenty warm enough, (in your temps probably not a problem) you could probably move onto shavings.
Here, I used hay for over a week but it was cool and it gave our little guy someting
to snuggle into.
Yes, they nibble on everything - Including mom's poop, usually.
LittleRibbie
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Nancy, Im so sorry, 15yrs. what a nice long life..what type of dog? It is so difficult...you want to keep them around forever but you know you have to do the right thing!
thanks Heidi. she was a mixed breed part chow chow and part border collie. One smart little girl. My daughter brought her home from a dog pound when she was 6 weeks and said to me "Mom I will take her back if you do not want her" My daughter has since left home and left the dog here. Miss her but I know she is in a better place waiting at the Rainbow Bridge with the rest of my dogs and cats. Just do what your heart tells you to do.
breezy farm
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So sorry Heidi to hear this about Quahog
I had to put my cocker Rusty down last year. He was such a good boy and was my constant companion. He loved all the animals even the chickens! I miss him every day, he used to lay by my feet. He will forever be in my heart. as will Quahog in yours. Hugs
Eagle
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Oh Heidi I am so sorry about Quahog, this is what I am dreading with my little Yorky Biscuit. The only defect I have ever found in dogs is that they don't live long enough. There are no words that will ease you pain so I will send hugs to you, skiff and Quahog. He will be forever in your hearts.
cassie
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Heidi I am so sorry to hear your loss of your beautiful friend! They are the best companions n it's do sad after his battle n he was doing so well... You have done the right thing for him now n you can think of him
Running around n happy
Sending hugs n kisses n praying for you all!!!
Cass xoxo
Running around n happy
Sending hugs n kisses n praying for you all!!!
Cass xoxo
bannerminis
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Oh Heidi I am so sorry to hear about poor little Quahog. You are so wonderful and it sounds like he had every chance but that darn cancer just wont go away sometimes.
I am sure he will spend some wonderful days with you before he passes on.
Will say a little prayer for Quahog and for you.
I am sure he will spend some wonderful days with you before he passes on.
Will say a little prayer for Quahog and for you.
LittleRibbie
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Any mares have white discharge around privates after foaling? is that normal.
cassie
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As requested by our lovely friend Heidi
attached is a GORGEOUS pictures of her BEAUTIFUL dog Quahog Heidi, it made me cry! he is stunning what a gorgeous sheperd! the vet that I work for breeds sheperds so I have seen my share of lovely german sheperds and I would definitley rate him as one of my favourites!
please give him lots of hugs and kisses from
marestare Aunty Cassie
I'm sure he is the most well loved well taken care of dog anyone has ever owned, he has had a brilliant life and even though he is sick you can see it in his eyes, his coat (and his nose hey I'm a vet nurse I look for these things
)
so everyone please give many cyber hugs to Heidi's beautiful dog Quahog!!!
sorry for the novel but I love your dog Heidi!
attached is a GORGEOUS pictures of her BEAUTIFUL dog Quahog Heidi, it made me cry! he is stunning what a gorgeous sheperd! the vet that I work for breeds sheperds so I have seen my share of lovely german sheperds and I would definitley rate him as one of my favourites!
please give him lots of hugs and kisses from
marestare Aunty Cassie
I'm sure he is the most well loved well taken care of dog anyone has ever owned, he has had a brilliant life and even though he is sick you can see it in his eyes, his coat (and his nose hey I'm a vet nurse I look for these things
so everyone please give many cyber hugs to Heidi's beautiful dog Quahog!!!
sorry for the novel but I love your dog Heidi!
