Heart Like a Dog

The Good, the Bad, and the Oh My God of living with dogs!

No Power…Day Three Hundred, Thirty Four

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We have no power. We got hit with a nor’easter and the snow combined with the leaves still on the trees was not a good combination!

The snow started yesterday around 12:30pm and by 4:30 when we took the dogs to the park, we had a good two to three inches.

We kept the dogs on the field because even then we could hear trees snapping.

Sampson snuck off and when he came running out of the woods he barely missed being hit by a falling branch!

When we got back to the house around 5:00 we had no power. 🙁 We set up camp in the living room in front of the fireplace.  Before going to bed we packed emergency bags and set them by the door. We didn’t get much sleep do to the snap, crackle and pop of falling frees and branches.

About 3:30 am Delilah and I heard a big whoosh and a tree came down on the deck but luckily there was no damage. When we got up this morning a large branch (still attached to the tree) was resting against our front door. It’s a good thing we didn’t need to evacuate during the night. 😉

We spent the day cleaning up the yard and finally ventured out around 5:00 pm. What a sight met our eyes!

There are downed trees and power lines everywhere!  Thank the good Lord it didn’t look like any homes were hit. We hurried home before it got too dark so we could be sure to see any downed wires.

We have the fireplace and a small grill and are managing to keep warm and had two hot meals today.

The dogs are bored senseless but it is still too dangerous to walk them.

Blogging will be tough but I’m in it for the long haul. 😉

We hope you are all safe and warm and look forward to catching up when we have power again. Oh and I will post some storm (not of the 2brown dawgs fame) pictures when I can work on my computer and not on my phone.

From The Dr.'s Mouth…Day Three Hundred, Thirty Three

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Last night was Sampson’s yearly vet check-up and I promised I would get back to you about vaccinations.

But before we get to that I want to let you know that Sampson weighed in at 86.5 pounds!  He is down just about 20 pounds from his last annual appointment.  Our vet is super excited about his weight and though she would like him to lose a few more pounds, she says “I can live with this.”

We discussed vaccines. In CT they must have Rabies every three years and Sampson was due for it.  Leptospirosis is on the rise and we have a lot of “wild” life in the area so Leptos was really a no-brainer.

I then asked about Distemper and this is the answer I got.

When a puppy has had the Distemper series and had the booster at one year, my vet is very comfortable doing a booster every three years.  Research shows that MOST dogs that have had the puppy series and the first year booster are safe from Distemper.

BUT roughly four percent of dogs that have had that protocol, can contract Distemper.  Because there is no way of predicting WHICH four percent are susceptible they go with the three year booster, until the dog’s age hits the double digits.

FROM HER MOUTH

She went on to add, by following the three-year booster series they have seen very little vaccine related cancers.  Dogs are still getting cancer, but it is not the kind that comes from OVER VACCINATING.

Sampson got the Distemper booster because it has been four years since his last booster.  As he has just turned seven, it is more than likely his last Distemper shot.

Last night he had three shots, one in his upper back and one right around each hip area.  The vet said he may be drowsy and have a little discomfort.

After dinner I let him out while I did dishes.  After about 10 minutes I realized he was still outside and I grew a bit concerned since we had a bit of snow Thursday night and the temperatures have really dropped.  I went outside and called and called, but I couldn’t hear him and it was dark so I couldn’t see him.  I decided to go in and get a jacket and flashlight.

That’s when I saw him……

Hubby let him in. 🙂

This is the Saturday Morning Blog Hop hosted by Two Little Cavaliers and Life With Dogs….you can get your code here.……well don’t just sit there.  HOP.

 

Follow-up Friday…Day Three Hundred, Thirty Two

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For those new to the blog, my follow-up Friday provides me with an opportunity to update or revise a post from the previous week.

Fun, Fun, Fun – Update

Sara has decided our Thursday night classes are going to have themes.  One night it might be agility, one night it might be rally, one night it might just be recalls.  I think this is a great idea and will be really fun for everyone!

Safety First – Author’s Note

Some of you wrote in to say I should be wearing something reflective as well on our walks.  I think it’s a good idea too and will be looking for some reflective wear.

Therapy Dogs – Author’s Note

Some of you suggested Sampson and Delilah actually become therapy dogs.  I have really given it a lot of thought and have hesitated for two reasons.  One Sampson has a habit of putting his paw on a person trying to get more rubbies.  While that may work at home, he has in fact bruised or scratched my mom, which would never do in a nursing home.

Delilah is so obsessed with food, I’m afraid she would run right into someone’s room and woof down their jello. 🙁

I’m Not Coordinated – Author’s Note

I definitely believe dogs understand intent; and I’m sure Delilah knew I was trying to kick her.  I still felt bad but gave her lots of love to make up for it.

Why We Blog – Author’s Note

For those of you who responded to my question, I thank you.  I loved reading about why you all blog.  Some of you blog for fun, some to educate, some to document your dog’s growth; whatever the reason I’m so glad you blog because I love reading everything you write!

I also want to note, that once my 365 day challenge is up, I do intend on continuing blogging, I’m just not sure I will be committed to every single day.  I will also lose the Day…..after my title.

Unless my next challenge is also for a year!

Dun dun dun dun…..I guess we’ll have to wait and see!

 

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