Thankful Thursday

minskat30 · October 2015

GoldenPenguin said:

minskat30 said:

@labro - Raj doesn't do the frog leg...his back hips have started to give him some issues (we actually are taking him to the vet today because of it). BUT here is his best "where did one of my limbs go" look. He loves this position.

@eilis1228 - I'm so happy for you that you are GETTING MARRIED! I'm very sorry about your grandmother but 63 years of marriage is amazing. What a great example to set for your marriage.

@minskat30 - Violet doesn't frogleg either, and I've actually read that NOT froglegging is an indication that they could have hip issues as they get older. Apparently froglegs shows that they have more mobile hips, which helps them as they age. Vi just turned eight, and she's already getting a little stiff going up & down the stairs. We started her on senior food, and give her joint-specific vitamins to try to help her out a little bit.

Also, I just want to bury my face in Raj's fur and snuggle him.

I'm sorry Vi is stiff too. Raj is 5 1/2 and for the last month or two he's been struggling to get up from the wood floors (but won't lay down on the carpet?). Time for a joint vitamin and likely some meds. I'm just hoping the prognosis is ok at the vet today. I knew hips would be the first issue we would have with him (and thankfully I have insurance for him that covers hip dysplasia). I already give him massages in the evening (which I think H is jealous of...lol). Anything I can do for my baby, I will.

Also, I bury myself in Raj's fur on a daily basis while kissing his freckled nose. There is nothing better in life. You are welcome to come to Milwaukee any day of the week for the experience.

GoldenPenguin · October 2015

minskat30 said:

GoldenPenguin said:

minskat30 said:

@labro - Raj doesn't do the frog leg...his back hips have started to give him some issues (we actually are taking him to the vet today because of it). BUT here is his best "where did one of my limbs go" look. He loves this position.

@eilis1228 - I'm so happy for you that you are GETTING MARRIED! I'm very sorry about your grandmother but 63 years of marriage is amazing. What a great example to set for your marriage.

@minskat30 - Violet doesn't frogleg either, and I've actually read that NOT froglegging is an indication that they could have hip issues as they get older. Apparently froglegs shows that they have more mobile hips, which helps them as they age. Vi just turned eight, and she's already getting a little stiff going up & down the stairs. We started her on senior food, and give her joint-specific vitamins to try to help her out a little bit.

Also, I just want to bury my face in Raj's fur and snuggle him.

I'm sorry Vi is stiff too. Raj is 5 1/2 and for the last month or two he's been struggling to get up from the wood floors (but won't lay down on the carpet?). Time for a joint vitamin and likely some meds. I'm just hoping the prognosis is ok at the vet today. I knew hips would be the first issue we would have with him (and thankfully I have insurance for him that covers hip dysplasia). I already give him massages in the evening (which I think H is jealous of...lol). Anything I can do for my baby, I will.

Also, I bury myself in Raj's fur on a daily basis while kissing his freckled nose. There is nothing better in life. You are welcome to come to Milwaukee any day of the week for the experience.

I hope he's okay!! Keep us posted. And give him some extra snuggles for me. I might have to make a special trip to Milwaukee JUST for freckled nose furry Raj snuggles. But getting to meet you would be awesome too

speakeasy14 · October 2015

@minskat30 and @goldenpenguin Callie doesn't frogleg either. She usually tucks or sprawls out. I didn't know it was related to hip issues, I'll have to keep an eye on her.

And because we're sharing puppy pictures, here's Callie claiming my blanket and the couch...

minskat30 · October 2015

TwoDimes said:

GoldenPenguin said:

minskat30 said:

GoldenPenguin said:

minskat30 said:

@labro - Raj doesn't do the frog leg...his back hips have started to give him some issues (we actually are taking him to the vet today because of it). BUT here is his best "where did one of my limbs go" look. He loves this position.

@eilis1228 - I'm so happy for you that you are GETTING MARRIED! I'm very sorry about your grandmother but 63 years of marriage is amazing. What a great example to set for your marriage.

@minskat30 - Violet doesn't frogleg either, and I've actually read that NOT froglegging is an indication that they could have hip issues as they get older. Apparently froglegs shows that they have more mobile hips, which helps them as they age. Vi just turned eight, and she's already getting a little stiff going up & down the stairs. We started her on senior food, and give her joint-specific vitamins to try to help her out a little bit.

Also, I just want to bury my face in Raj's fur and snuggle him.

I'm sorry Vi is stiff too. Raj is 5 1/2 and for the last month or two he's been struggling to get up from the wood floors (but won't lay down on the carpet?). Time for a joint vitamin and likely some meds. I'm just hoping the prognosis is ok at the vet today. I knew hips would be the first issue we would have with him (and thankfully I have insurance for him that covers hip dysplasia). I already give him massages in the evening (which I think H is jealous of...lol). Anything I can do for my baby, I will.

Also, I bury myself in Raj's fur on a daily basis while kissing his freckled nose. There is nothing better in life. You are welcome to come to Milwaukee any day of the week for the experience.

I hope he's okay!! Keep us posted. And give him some extra snuggles for me. I might have to make a special trip to Milwaukee JUST for freckled nose furry Raj snuggles. But getting to meet you would be awesome too

Ummm can Raj join us on the Chicago G2G? PLEASE?

Ha! He'd love the snuggles from all of you but they don't really allow dogs his size in bars or hotels in Chicago.

I'll see what I can do though.

beanbot2002 · October 2015

I'm jealous of all the puppies in your lives! I NEED A DOG DAMMIT! Why can't D just agree that I am a better human when there is a dog in my life? Waaaaaaaaaaaah!

minskat30 · October 2015

beanbot2002 said:

I'm jealous of all the puppies in your lives! I NEED A DOG DAMMIT! Why can't D just agree that I am a better human when there is a dog in my life? Waaaaaaaaaaaah!

Maybe someone (evil) should just get your a doggie for your shower or wedding gift.

Just sayin....can't return those gifts without hurting some serious feelings.

GoldenPenguin · October 2015

TwoDimes said:

Random: I'm thankful I decided to try watching the new ABC show Quantico. SO GOOD and so addicting. New favorite show!

I'M OBSESSED!!!! I can't wait to see where it goes.

labro · October 2015

I'm thankful that NEY is so awesome. Proof below.

@Swazzle @minskat30 @AlPacina

Swazzle · October 2015

GoldenPenguin said:

TwoDimes said:

Random: I'm thankful I decided to try watching the new ABC show Quantico. SO GOOD and so addicting. New favorite show!

I'M OBSESSED!!!! I can't wait to see where it goes.

I've only seen the 1st episode but I really liked it! I need to catch up.

Swazzle · October 2015

labro said:

I'm thankful that NEY is so awesome. Proof below.

@Swazzle @minskat30 @AlPacina

KeptInStitches · October 2015

@swazzle, @lasak, @goldenpenguin, have fun at @beanbot2002's shower and bachelorette party!

@buddysmom80, supper sounds good!

@labro, you know that because I POAS this morning, it's going to show up today or tomorrow...

@wink0erin, good luck with your friend. The best thing is to be there for her, so I'm glad you are.

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Stupid close to done with the throw! I'm going to run out of yarn tonight, so I can set it aside and work on other projects. Tonight is football - my brother is a Falcons fan, so he'll be following for sure.

AlPacina · October 2015

@eilis1228 - I'm sending you so much love. That would be amazing if you got to keep the picture. When my grandma went to hospice she pulled out old photos of herself (of her at 60 or so) and made sure everyone had one. It was really awesome because that was before I was born and I didn't have many pictures with her because she lived in South Dakota.

@labro - Dangit! I was in 3rd place yesterday.

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Because I am an AW, and I was really proud of it...... Here is my BA dinner from last night:

And because of dog pictures.......... Here is my fucking asshole of a dog lying in the hole that he dug in my garden. Yea, there was a plant there............ He may be a fucking asshole, but I wouldn't trade him for anything in the world.

I am so thankful for all of you. You keep my life interesting, and make me spend too much money on subscription services. But because of you, I am fed and clothed. What more can a girl ask for?

I am thankful that this fall has been so GORGEOUS! I miss the rain (and so does my garden), but I've gotten so much stuff done with the new house that I wouldn't have had the motivation for in typical October weather.

I am thankful for gifs, because things get way too misconstrued with only text.

I am thankful for Sweden, and the delicious meatballs that I am eating right now.

I am ANGRY that I can't find my frog legs picture of the dog, dangit.

labro · October 2015

@AlPacina Must've been my poop bomb.

wink0erin · October 2015

I haven't done squat today because I realized my "ton of work" is much more manageable than I thought. Instead I have been looking up patterns to make a crocheted blanket poncho/wrap type deal. I'm ready for my post work beer.

minskat30 · October 2015

Vet visit was not the best news. The vet did some blood work (they might need to start Raj on steroids so they need to make sure he is ok for that and they want to rule out some other issues too). The vet really wanted to get x-rays of Rajah's hips and knees. Raj was too stressed to do it today (the vet and vet tech couldn't get him on his back to do the hip x-ray at all). He'll need to be sedated to do the x-rays so he's going back on Monday for it. I was a giant mess today post-vet and Raj is limping (I think they pulled too hard on his leg when he was struggling with the x-rays). If you don't mind, please keep Raj in your thoughts and prayers that its something manageable with meds...vet is hopeful its just arthritis but admitted that would be a little off for a dog of 5 years and can't tell without the x-rays.

KeptInStitches · October 2015

@minskat30, you and Raj are in my thoughts!

AlPacina · October 2015

@minskat30 - Oh no! Poor Raj. The vet is stressful for them, but that sucks he has to be sedated. Give him some extra scratches from me. Sending your family my strongest wishes of health!

minskat30 · October 2015

@KeptInStitches and @AlPacina - thank you. It absolutely kills me seeing Raj struggle to get up and move around. We tried a doggy water bed but no-go from him. I just hope it's something simple and we can get some meds to help him out.

speakeasy14 · October 2015

@minskat30 fingers crossed Raj is ok and it's nothing serious

[Deleted User] · October 2015

Poor Raj.

minskat30 · October 2015

Thanks, ladies. His gait is slightly better this morning but he's still heavily favoring one back leg and tip toe'ing on the other. If the blood work comes back ok, I'm going to the vet this afternoon to at least pick up some heaver strength glucosamine supplements and get him started on that before we do the x-rays next week. I'd prefer to hold off on steroids until he's a little older if I can but what the vet says he needs, he'll get.

If anyone has done Physical Therapy with their dogs and has any tips, please let me know. We are going to get Raj set up with a PT appointment after the x-rays come back (depending on what they say) so I can learn how to better help him out.

labro · October 2015

@minskat30 Poor Raj!! I hope the glucosamine helps and you can avoid any extra measures for now!

lavenderfields13 · October 2015

Aww poor Raj

I hope it's nothing serious @minskat30, thinking of you guys

AlPacina · October 2015

Mr frog legs, waiting by the door. This is today.

AlPacina · October 2015

@TwoDimes - Marvin (Marv) is pit, collie and lab. He jabs his nose into everything, jumps on everyone, and lets me lift him up on my feet and play airplane with him. He's typically not so smart, but can be miraculously resourceful when food is involved.

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