A huge highlight of every day for me is my morning outing with Shyla. We start out with golden hour photography just as the sun is rising. My favorite subjects is her (surprise, surprise). Then, we ride together, sometimes stopping for more photography like the next photo up near the Lone Ponderosa.
She's been showing small signs of her age (9) in terms of occasionally getting sore legs. While I should be prepared for it, these signs still scare me. I'm sure that we'll need to adapt our routine in the future. However, for now, we'll keep enjoying it for as long as we can. Every day is precious.
Happy Shyla Saturday!
she won my heart the first time I saw her and I wish I could pet her too... so beautiful! since we rescue senior dogs, i know about the signs of aging and they do bother me.
ReplyDeleteOh I say here here to Sandra...
ReplyDeleteShyla had me from the very first time I looked into her chocolate brown eyes.
You two enjoy each day
Hugs Cecilia
Shyla...I apologize your eyes are golden like the sun...your furs are chocolate
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Such beautiful pictures of your sweet Shyla. It's wonderful to hear that she has learned to enjoy the company of strangers after all these years.
ReplyDeleteWe love seeing your beautiful Shyla! Shyla always looks so happy and content.
ReplyDeletePretty girl! The light is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteI know that concern so well, as we dog lovers all do. I cant believe Faith will be seven this spring. I soon will have another conversation with her about her butt,which is getting a bit heavy. Shyla is in good shape though with all the running she gets to do. And you know how much she must love being with you, together, just the two of you, out in nature. I believe now, looking back so much during this pandemic isolation, that it is the moments of our lives that count.
ReplyDeleteYou are a beauty inside and out, Shyla♥
ReplyDeleteIt's so tough when they start showing that aging! It's good that you two are already living life to the fullest. ♥
ReplyDeleteEvery day IS precious. Good for you guys seizing the day...every day.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like Shyla enjoys your outings as much as you do :)
ReplyDeleteShyla is beautiful inside and out. Every day truly is a gift, and especially in these times, remembering that is more important than ever.
ReplyDeleteWe have loved Shyla from day one. She was your gift from Angel K.
ReplyDeleteWe know seeing signs of aging is scary. I know you make the best of each day.
ReplyDeleteNot that you're asking for advice...but when Obi started licking his forelegs (his only indication of pain/discomfort) after hikes at age 9, we (after talking with our vet) added Omega 3s and Dasuquin to his diet. The licking stopped within a couple of weeks, and a year later he's going strong, so we assume they're helping.
ReplyDeleteSO impressed with Shyla's progress!
Chris from Boise
Thanks, Chris! We have started both Omega 3's and Dasuquin. We also recently added an NSAID. She seems to have arthritis in her paws, and the NSAID made a huge difference. I'm glad that Obi is doing well!
DeleteWe also give Dasoquin. For Omega 3's fish oil capsules are a poor source. The fish are caught for this purpose and are often rancid before the boats dock. May I suggest Krill oil in an air pump. I buy it online from Dr. Mercola. Jut google it, choose pets. Also, if you have access to chicken feet, they are a great natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin. They must be fed either raw or dehytrated. Hope this helps.
Deletelexitheschnauzer: We don't feed chicken feet because we suspect the pups would conflate raw/dried chicken feet with the feet of our flock of chickens...! But wish we could - they are a great source. KB: glad the NSAID is working!
DeleteShe has blossomed into her true self thanks to your love and devotion!
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