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My Lab had LP, she had tieback surgery at age almost 13, she lived another two years, which is ancient for a Lab. Her bark afterwards was a raspy one, instead of her deep WOOF, and sshe lost the ability to whine.

to you and Ryder on this day.

I love that first on the sofa pic, Wafer is like "what the hey???"

I have a picture of "greyhound anatomy" on my desk--one of the characteristics is "permanent woe face".

Run free, sweet Nikki!

Run free, sweet girl!

Meant to add--hopefully, the use of the harness can save your shoulder/neck if he pulls too hard or yanks you. I know I've got damage in my neck and shoulder from those many years my Lab would drag me around while we were working (harnesses were verboten for some strange reason!)

Thinking of you and yours. Run free, brave Ajax!

Hello from us!

He's very handsome! I second the harness.

If you have an Ollie's near you, you can get some there, too.

Johnny gets Purina One Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato. I mix in about half a can of either Purina Beyond (whatever flavor--beef, chicken, or salmon) or Pro Plan Grain Free (turkey or beef). He doesn't like just plain dry food, I think he has a sensitive mouth and the wet food helps it go down easier. Wal-mart also has their own grain free called Pure Balance in both dry and wet. I've given him some of the wet flavors, they're okay, but I think they have more fillers and he toots more with them.

Thanks! I'll give him Composure tonight and see how he does tomorrow. It's funny what a dog will be afraid of--my Lab could work all day next to big trucks, but wouldn't go near a bicycle and hated walkers and wheelchairs. Go figure.

I'm new to this board--just read your lovely tribute to Minny--hugs and schnoofs from me and Johnny, his half brother.

Thanks! From some of the races I watched, he got bumped a few times and fell. So he would swing wide in the corners to avoid that. Of course watching his victories is awesome!

Hi all: Johnny has a phobia (I hope that's the right word!) of the sound of lawn equipment, like mowers, leaf blower, weed eaters, etc. He does okay with thunderstorms and faraway fireworks (the popping ones are still a problem), but it's weird that he gets so stressed out about these noises. So, how did he get scared of these sounds? I'm guessing it might have something to do with the vibrations, too. I give him Composure calming treats if I can get them in him, and they work, but the landscapers start at 0700 and each surrounding complex has a different day (ours is Thursday), so I guess I'm going to have to start giving him them every night. Is there a better alternative for long term use? Also, I've tried putting the TV or radio on, but he can still hear them over that. Thanks!

Hi!

Very cool analyses! I've seen my boy John Reese's stats and some of his races, what do you think? I think he's the bee's knees, but I am his Momma!

Nose mites? I've heard of ear mites. Learn something new every day...

Try the Seresto collar for the ticks, they make one for both dogs and cats. Johnny wore his on a visit to my parents' house in VA, he got a few, but they died quick. It lasts 8 months if you don't get it wet.

Love, hugs, and schnoofs to you and yours. Fly free, brothers. Ps--that picture is so sweet, I tear up every time I see it.

Blep! That's a face that deserves ice cream!

HOORAY FOR TAYLOR! I have been following his story in lurk mode, it's so wonderful to see. PS--my cat took Palladia, three rounds, for intestinal mast cell. While it didn't eliminate it (the vet found evidence of lymph node involvement), I believe it extended his life, as we are 1 year post diagnosis and removal and he's doing well.

THOSE EARS, I'M DED! THUD!