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Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Update on R

R came through his surgery well and is in Recovery. However, there was much more damage inside the elbow joint than they expected to find. One section of the joint had lost all of its cartilage so two bones were grinding directly on each other. Moreover, he had a very large bone fragment removed. It was so large that they had to break it into three pieces and then expand the excision to remove the pieces.

We'll see how he does as he recovers since this was a more extensive surgery than expected. There is still an option for a reconstructive surgery, called a "CUE" surgery, if his elbow remains too painful. However, the surgeon felt hopeful that today's procedure would help slow the degeneration within the joint and give R pain relief. The surgeon also said that R may be the most stoic dog ever because he must have had a lot of pain in that elbow but he rarely showed it.

Since Wednesdays are normally wordless, I included my favorite dog photo of 2013 above. Because I like it so much, I've considered getting some note cards made with this photo on them, and donating them to the auction being held to help offset Tweedles' vet bills. However, I have no idea if anyone but me likes this photo so much. I'd love some input about whether you think that's a good idea.

Thanks for all of your support.

53 comments:

  1. oh, poor R! i do hope the surgery will give him years of pain relief!

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  2. OMG, Poor R! I didn't know... Much love and quick recovery for our stoic runner doggie. Like R, Juno is stoic as well and would be running around on a broken bone if I didn't watch her carefully. darn stoics!

    lots of love and kisses to R!

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  3. I am so pleased R has come through the operation and will soon be joining you and Shyla along the trails.

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  4. Poor R! That sounds awful! I hope he makes a good recovery that provides him with lots of pain relief.

    That's a lovely photograph (as are all of yours!) and would make beautiful note cards. The silhouette makes it a bit more anonymous/generic which is good for a note card.

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  5. Its beautiful. So glad that R is doing better.
    stella rose

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  6. Oh no - poor R. We are sending him TONS of AireZen and healing vibes! We hope he's feeling no pain very soon.
    Your favorite photo is gorgeous, KB.

    Love ya lots♥
    Mitch and Molly

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  7. Thanks for the update on R. Sorry to hear about the damage, but it did ring close to home I have one of those "bone on bone" situations in my right knee. I've found the best approach is to ignore it as much as possible. You may find it useful to put him on an MSM supplement. My vet said he thought it was the most effective one. I am taking it too!

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  8. It really amazes me how dogs can not show their pain. Working in rescue, I see dogs in an immense amount of pain and they handle it so well. I am glad R is recovering now and hope that he isn't in too much pain when his meds wear off. Give him a big smooch from us!!!! <3

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  9. Oh and that picture should be mounted above a fireplace or something. It's amazing!

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  10. Very best wishes for quick and thorough healing for R!

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  11. It is a fantastic picture. I am sure it would get a lot of bids!

    Glad R is doing ok. He sounds like my mom's knee! Hope he has a good day tomorrow.

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  12. R is through that first hurdle, so glad. The card idea is wonderful, you have another photo , taken maybe on the same rock, but more of the rock showing, but maybe not that spectacular sky colour behind. Either would be totally great. Hugs to all, I'm sure he will be so glad to come home, and stoic, he gets that from... you-know-who???Fondest from Jean.

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  13. R is through that first hurdle, so glad. The card idea is wonderful, you have another photo , taken maybe on the same rock, but more of the rock showing, but maybe not that spectacular sky colour behind. Either would be totally great. Hugs to all, I'm sure he will be so glad to come home, and stoic, he gets that from... you-know-who???Fondest from Jean.

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  14. Oh, no! I had to go back (that's what I get for goofing off for a few weeks) and see what was going on with R. Poor guy. I hope his recovery goes well and he's back on his feet soon. We're thinking about you!

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  15. It is such a beautiful photo! It would make a lovely notecard.

    Monty and Harlow

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  16. I'm glad to hear that R made it through his surgery well! It's amazing how well dogs can hide their pain. I hope this will be all he needs and the CUE procedure won't be necessary. It's great that you have that option, though, should you need it in the future. I guess you and R can rest and recuperate together in the weeks to come.

    I was also so relieved to read in a prior post that R's blood cells are back to normal! That is fantastic news!

    Stunning photo and a great choice for best of 2013!

    Susan (and Wrigs)

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  17. We're so glad R came through the surgery. Sounds brutal. Paws crossed he will recover and that there will be less pain. Hugs to the poor boy...and you.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  18. Sorry there was so much more damage than expected, but glad that it has been identified and addressed. Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.

    And I think the card idea is terrific!

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  19. The photo /note card idea is excellent as all your photos are well worth printing and or framing.
    I do love some of your bokeh shots too.

    Happy to hear that "R" was a trooper during surgery. May the
    procedure be rewarding and most of all successful.

    xo Cinnamon

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  20. Figuring out dogs and their pain is so frustrating. I really hope R continues to improve. And I absolutely love that photo- it literally took my breath away!

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  21. Not the best news. Not the worst, I suppose. Sending all our love to R and to all of you.

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  22. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery. Thinking of you both.

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  23. I am so very glad to hear that R is recovering...but I'm sorry to hear that it was much more extensive. The cards would be beautiful made with that picture!! Hugs to you both!!

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  24. Oh R! We're sending you POTElbow and healing vibes! and we LOVE the note card idea!

    -Bat, Ruby and Otto

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  25. Oh boys, it seems I've missed so much since I was last checkin' in on everyone! I'm glads the surgery went well and that they were able to get everything out. I'll be keepin my paws crossed for a speedy recovery!!
    I thinks that picture is FABulous! And Taryn is right, since it's a silhouette it's perfect for notecards! I thinks it'll get tons of bids!!
    Sendin' you tons of healin' vibes and AireZens!!
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  26. I am glad the surgery was successful, now on to healing and happy. Oh yea, you are next so purrs to you too.

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  27. Were asking Mother Earth to swirl around R and help with his healing. There is so much power in the Universe. The universe has been R's friend,,, and I just know healing will come. Now some time and rest. R has so much love in his heart for you and the runner and Shyla-- it will give him strength-- because he knows how much you all love him.
    Blogville loves R too.
    The photo is splendorious! It has feeling!!! We love that it is a silhoutte, and its one of our very favorite among many others..
    Everyone would love that card- just everyone,,
    Your heart is so loving,,,
    thank you
    love
    your tweedles

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  28. We think it is pretty safe to say that the apple doesn't fall very far from the tree - R has you to set the example for pain tolerance. We are glad the surgery is over, and we hope and pray it will be what he needed to get some relief and many more good years of mobility.

    We love that photo. Go for it.

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  29. So glad surgery went well for R! Hoping recovery goes as well!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  30. We are keeping you guys in our prayers. I am so hopeful that this will give R some great pain relief. As I am hopeful that your surgery will do the same. I love that picture and think lots of people would love the chance to get notecards. Sending hugs to you!

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  31. Glad for the update on R. Poor guy. I do hope the surgery gives him relief.

    Yes, the photograph would make a wonderful note card.

    Still thinking positive thoughts for you and upcoming medical ordeal.

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  32. Glad to hear R came through the surgery okay. We will keep our paws crossed that he won't need additional surgery.

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  33. Poor R! That photo would make a lovely card. :)
    Nola

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  34. Poor R! I'm glad the surgery went so well! I am sure he and Shyla are going to have some long faces while he recovers, but hopefully that happens quickly. Will Shyla humor The Runner and go along with him while R is on the sidelines?

    Absolutely YES on the notecards! It's a fabulous image! Another good one would be the first one you did with the rainbow around Shyla's head. Just sayin'!

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  35. Well you better make quite a few sets of cards, cause I want a set for sure. So count me in on one of the bids for the aution for sure.
    So glad to hear R is doing ok. I hope this works so he doesnt need more surgery.

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  36. Cannot believe R had al this damage - he is always running so freely. Hope he recuperates quickly. Must he wear the dreaded hood? I love the silhouette - the photo suggests looking toward hope.

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  37. White Dog healing energy and quick recovery thoughts being sent R's way! Hope that this discovery will prevent bigger problems down the road for your active boy. Now to keep him quiet and more sedate.

    We love notecards and use them LOTS! This photo would make a great card. So YES! what a marvelous addition to the auction.

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  38. Are you kidding? We all love that photo!! :)

    Hope R is doing OK. We'll be thinking about him.

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  39. Sorry to read R has had a rough time. I hope the surgery with rest and rehab will have him back on the trials soon!

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  40. Hi R
    We hope this Surgery will help your shoulder to feel much better and we have got our paws crossed that you will soon be out on the trails again. Milo & Jet

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  41. THANK YOU for the update on R - I looked at your blog first thing this morning to see how it went!!! Poor R - funny how our pets seem to endure so much pain and we never know. Prayers sent from me and Indy for a speedy recovery.

    And to answer your question...I love this photo!!!! Definitely one to use on a notecard. It symbolizes so many things to me: strength, determination, agility, and hope :) Definitely hope :)

    xxoo - Diane and Indy

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  42. With all that was going on in his elbow, we are so thankful to hear that R was in recovery and doing well. We got our paws crossed that NO further surgery will be needed for our furend.

    We think that the photo you picked for note cards is the perfect choice! Like they say on TV, bid high and bid often folks!!

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  43. R must be one tough cookie. Your favorite photo from 2013 is sensational and would make a beautiful note card. You are so good at this!

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  45. I'm glad R is doing OK. Poor guy. And that photo is amazing, it would be perfect for the auction.

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  46. Such a brave Pup!! We hope this will correct the problem for R. We are purring for an easy recovery and a resolution to the problem.

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  48. Oh my goodness that was a very complicated surgery.
    We hope his rebab goes well tell him slow and steady wins the race.
    Hugs
    Madi your bfff

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  49. we are sending R our love!

    Stop on by for a visit
    Kari
    http://dogisgodinreverse.com/

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  50. Waaaaah just as we were checking in on our furry pals as we have not been around for so long... Sorry to read about R. We are relieved that the procedure went well. We do hope that R's recovery will be quick and we send lots of positive vibes your way.


    Love,
    Piappies Mom and Piappies Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Max, Wai-Pai & Forgie

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  51. Great news! Glad that all Went ok. Hugs to R from us!!

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  52. Yes, DO make a notecard of that shot! It will raise a lot of money for Tweedle!

    I'm so glad R came through his surgery well. Now I hope it heals up okay and that he doesn't have as much pain to work through anymore.

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