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Category Archives: Back Problems
The Worst Luck
I feel cursed. On Tuesday, Kyber was playing in the yard with Kyu. He bumped into Kyu as they were running in a straight line towards me, lifted slightly, and landed screaming on three legs. We tried for x-rays that … Continue reading
Posted in Agility, Back Problems, Dog Sports, GI Issues, IBD, IVDD, Laser Treatment, Orthopedic, Physical Therapy, Puppy, Thoughts, Veterinarian
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The Final Lesson
“Risa” Veteran MF-GrCH Dancing Cavy’s Pain in the Butte W-FDM/MF MF-M Vet InS/E R-FE/N PCD BN RAE RL1 (AoE) RNX CA TKP CGC WCX3 January 10, 2004 (?) – October 9, 2018 It’s hard to believe over 12 years ago … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Back Problems, Dog Sports, GI Issues, IVDD, Lure Coursing, Obedience, Rally, Reactivity, Thoughts, Training, Veterinarian
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Balancing Act
I know I haven’t been keeping up on this blog as much as I used to. Life gets in the way and Risa’s been struggling lately. I’ve been struggling, too, with possible end of life decisions for her. I don’t … Continue reading
Disaster Dog
I recently returned two bags of hypoallergenic kibble because Risa couldn’t tolerate them. One made her itchy and the other upset her gut. 🙁 So I find myself trying to adjust her homecooked diet again to avoid whatever food(s) might … Continue reading
Posted in Back Problems, Dog Food, IVDD, Thoughts
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Changing Relationship
Relationships aren’t static. They’re always changing. Risa is now 14 years old and our relationship is definitely different these days. I’m not sure I like the change. She’s still active and enjoys training. I don’t do a lot with her … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Back Problems, Dog Food, GI Issues, Homecooked, IVDD, Nosework, Thoughts
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