One of the big frustrations with the cold was keeping the dogs warm, thus their new fleece coats. Bailey hates it when we discuss the idea that he might be aging, getting old, or the joke in our house was we were discussing the counselor who was running for reelection, Elder to avoid hurt feelings. Bailey still believes he is a puppy and there seems no reason to change his perspective.
Bailey is by no means ancient, but as he turned eight last spring, we did notice the wet spring weather was starting to effect him more than it had in previous years. We were quite concerned when he started limping during the power outage. A trip to the vet on Tuesday led to a diagnosis of bursitis likely brought on by his physical activities in a cold house. The doggy version of Motrin has helped. However, last night I had to resort to putting him on a leash for the delayed trick or treating. During the excitement, he kept jumping on and off couches and running around. Sure enough, his limp was back. After his evening dose of dog Motrin and restrictions on his reactions to excessive doorbell ringing, his limp seemed to disappear again. He has been happily playing with his toys and taunting Katy all morning.
Hope Bailey is feeling better! The recent cold has made my joints ache a bit too!
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to slow a sheltie down. Glad hes feeling better today.
ReplyDeleteI hope that the limp doesn't come back!
ReplyDeleteAw, get better soon Bailey:)
ReplyDeleteRA
Awww...glad the limp eased a bit. It's so difficult to 'rest' and active dog.
ReplyDeleteGlad that Bailey is doing better.
ReplyDeleteEssex & Sherman
That darn cold snap and the aches of it all. I sure am glad the puppy version on Motrin worked. It is very hard to keep them quiet when you need to. Even with the aches they can ignore the need or want to be quiet. They just want to have fun!
ReplyDeleteTake care Bailey.
So glad that Bailey is feeling better and played happily with Katie in the morning. Hope the limp is completely gone too.
ReplyDeleteYou feel better real soon Baily!
ReplyDeletewoos, Tessa
I am so happy that Bailey seems to be on the mend! Let's hope that trend continues!
ReplyDeleteOh so sorry Bailey. I know you will feel better soon. My Sugar Plum had to go to the vet this week too. We have discovered she has Valley Fever, which is quite prevalent here in Arizona. Who new - when we moved from Missouri to Arizona that this even existed! Thinking about you Bailey. Take care.
ReplyDeleteSorry Bailey! I hope you rest enough to get better soon! Darn cold weather!
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better Bailey -- vets are no fun.
ReplyDeleteLotsa woofs & hugs to you, Bailey! <3
ReplyDelete~Bailey (Yep, I'm a girl!)