| 12.26.2009- Today was my lucky day. I wobbled out in front of a truck and the driver stopped and picked me up. She took me to her house and warmed me up and then fed me. I wasn't feeling very good, so this isn't such a great picture of me. What I didn't know was that there were angels already working to nurse me back to health. |
Kris Kringle
| 12.27-12.29.2009- I've been taking it easy at my new house. There is another dog here, 3 kitties and a bird. I feel right at home here. I've been saving my energy for meal times. I haven't gorged myself, I eat slowly, walk away, then come back for a little more after I've laid down. And I love the fresh water. |
| 12.30.2009- Today was a big day! I had my first vet appointment. I had a little bit of a fever and a terrible sinus infection. The doctor said I'm between 1 and 2 years old. And I weigh 33lbs. They say I should weigh about 65lbs. So I've got a way to go. I've got tapeworm and hookworm but thankfully, I'm heartworm free. I got medicine for all of my problems. But my day didn't end there. After the vet, my new mom and her friend gave me a bath. The doctor said all the scabs on my sores had to be removed and cleaned with a special rinse. And man, do I have sores. They are everywhere. Not one spot of me doesn't have some sort of boo-boo. It wasn't the best experience, but I felt better afterwards. Here are a few pictures of me at the vet's office and then after my bath. |
| In the truck waiting on my turn to see the vet. |
| In the vet's office. All those spots aren't spots, they're my sores. |
| After my bath. I know I still look pretty rough, but I understand it had to be done. |
| 1.6.2010- Another big day for me; my follow-up appointment at the vet's office. I've already gained 2 pounds. Amazing, since I've still got so many worms. No worries, I got meds for those! My sores are slowly healing. But I've still got a terrible sinus infection. I got a new antibiotic and a steroid today to help along the healing on my skin and get my sinuses back in order. The doctor wants Mom to give me another germicidal bath and get as many of these yucky scabs off as she can. The larger ones are looking better and I'm keeping some clean myself, but others need a good cleaning. They tried to get blood from me today but I had barely any to give. They eventually got enough and are going to test it to see what's going on in the inside of me, now that the outside is somewhat under control. Those test results should be back in a few days and I'll let you all know what's new then. |
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| At my mom's friend's house this morning, waiting for my vet appointment. |
| 1.8.2010- My blood work came back. And it seems that I have lyme disease. They tell me lyme disease in dogs is transmitted as it is in humans, through the bite from a tick that carries certain bacteria. It is the bacteria that causes lyme disease. Tick bites from ticks not carrying these bacteria cannot transmit lyme disease to the dog or person being bitten. The treatment for lyme disease in dogs, so that the condition does not progress to chronic lyme disease and/or permanent joint or nerve damage, will consist of antibiotics. Other than that, everything seems ok. |
| 1.14.2010- Things haven't been going well since my last trip to see the doctor. I've become grumpy and aggressive. I don't know why. And I haven't been interested in food at all. My doctor recommended I go to the Rainbow Bridge. It sounds like a great place! I can't wait to get there. My mom's taking me today. I think I'm going to love it! |
| Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals that had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown... |
| Rest In Peace Kris Kringle |
| Thanks to all of you who donated money to help Kris. Unfortunately, with his questionable background and rapidly changing behavior, his doctor recommended he be euthanized. It was a difficult decision, but his mom and I agreed. He was out of pain and comfortable and knew the feeling of warmth and care before he left this world. If you had not have given, his last days would have been longer, colder and full of suffering. You all made the difference for this guy! And for that, his mom and I and he, will always be grateful. There are a few dollars left over. A total of $78 which has been donated in his memory to the ASPCA. Again, our thanks go out to every single person who helped Kris know the kindness of human hands! |