But we are emerging from the other side in decent shape. Both dogs are feeling better but R might lose a canine tooth. We'll find out when we get into have him examined by a veterinary dentist.
I played with him in the wildflowers recently. The Golden Banner flowers and the grass were almost as tall as him!
R had his regular exam with the vet, and he was due for all of his vaccinations. I really did not want him vaccinated because he has tumors on his spleen and adrenal gland (which we're following with regular ultrasounds). Both appear to be benign but vaccinating is a risk when any tumors are present.
Fortunately, titers exist! We had blood tests done for titers to see if his immunity was still high from a lifetime of vaccinations. So far, we've heard that his immunity is great for distemper and parvo - so no vaccines are needed for those. We are still waiting to hear about rabies. We have our fingers crossed that he won't need any vaccinations!
We savor every day with him. He still runs every day with the Runner, and we regularly get asked if he's a puppy! That helps us to forget that he's actually a "senior" dog.
I am torn between the first and last photos as to my favorite today. R does justice to those flowers by making them look good... he is so beautiful
ReplyDeleteYou know how I love that R :) Unfortunately, here in Georgia a titer test is not an acceptable substitution for the rabies vaccination - not sure about the others :(
ReplyDeleteHe is such a special guy. I hope they can save the tooth, or it won't be too much to have it pulled.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a handsome boy, R, and we are so sorry about your tooth. We hope the GI issues and Shyla's ear infection are in the past now.
ReplyDeleteLooking good handsome R!
ReplyDeleteR sure is looking good. His energy level and lack of a white muzzle help keep him looking younger than he is.
ReplyDeleteR you are for sure a Black Beauty...OMCs it is time for my rabies in July. I didn't know you could be tested to see if your immune is high and not need vaccines. Rabies is a big problem here in the South.
ReplyDeleteJust recently a rabid kitten bit a lady trying to feed her. Of course I'm indoors only but it is highly recommended and required by the county for all indoor and out. We are so glad you and Shyla are feeling better GI mess is so aggravating
Hugs madi and mom
Oh that last photo!!! Absolutely incredible.
ReplyDeleteI would love him, too. He's such a cutie, and those eyes - oh my! I hope you don't have to do anymore vaccinations on him. Rabies is really important, but hopefully the last vaccine is still holding up.
ReplyDeleteAs usual, beautiful photos.
His expression in those last two photos is priceless! So very much the puppy! I didn't realize he and Cammie are the same age. There is still so much playful jubilance in both of them. I love it!
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R still looks like a very young dog to us - he has quite the sparkle in his eyes.
ReplyDeleteSorry about all the vet issues. We have been in the same boat trying to figure out what is going on with Timber's mysterious symptoms. At least nothing serious has been found.
Wishing you all a healthy week.
ReplyDeleteHope they both are feeling better. It always seems for us the vet visits come in waves and then we are good for a while.
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Hazel & Mabel
I think it's great you do the titers instead of going straight to the vaccines. When Sheba got her cancer, we stopped all vaccines or anything that could stress her immune system.
ReplyDeleteIt seems like there are times that I feel like we live at our vet's office. More than once I'd say to them "you know, we love you, but I hope I don't see you again for a while!". LOL
Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets
He's the frosting on the cake.
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xo Astro
We love him too!! What cute expressions!
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