Tag Archives: surgery

Meet Herman…

Posted on July 4, 2011 by mylongwayhome

This was my first introduction to Herman. I received a request for a “depressed, elderly” Chihuahua rescue from a shelter in another town. I could tell from the picture that he had inflamed, itchy skin and yucky teeth. My heart … Continue reading →

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Joy Update 6/6/11

Posted on June 7, 2011 by mylongwayhome

As I listen to a summer thunderstorm drenching my thirsty lawn, I try to find a calmness and peace with the knowledge of the fact that Joy must have surgery. It is inevitable. Joy is worry free, but we are … Continue reading →

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Ugh–Anal glands!

Posted on June 5, 2011 by mylongwayhome

We are being plagued with anal gland issues here at LWH. Currently, Holly and Kulow are being checked and rechecked every two weeks for chronic infection. Holly’s anal glands are under such constant pressure and are filling up and getting … Continue reading →

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Joy Update 5/23/11

Posted on May 24, 2011 by mylongwayhome

The latest news on Joy is that her surgery is postponed…Her kennel cough is not fully resolved, so the doctor thinks it best to let her fully recover before we go forward with anesthesia. Kennel cough or Bordetella is a … Continue reading →

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Joy Update 5/17/11

Posted on May 18, 2011 by mylongwayhome

Today Joy visited the orthopedic specialist to determine what the mass in her inguinal area is. We were worried that it was a herniated bladder, but instead it is her bowel. Either way, surgery is a must. She also has … Continue reading →

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