It's almost as if a slightly eccentric in-law has come to stay. You recognize the family traits, but the routines are different .The stroke did more damage than we'd thought. Wilf seems to have lost his mental map of the house . Last week he could barrel through the library and into the kitchen at high speed, ducking and weaving round the furniture . Today he has to gingerly edge along, rediscovering his surroundings, trying to avoid using his nose as a bumper. The fact that we have a staircase a major surprise. He's sleeping even more. Barking at ghosts. This morning he didn't want his half croissant at the cafe under the arcades. He did however enjoy a hair tousle and kiss on the top of his head from the waitress. The vet thinks it will take a week of medication before he gets back into a routine .
In the afternoon down to the Roman road for a long stroll in the sun . Wilf walks in a straight line now rather than zigzaging left and right . He plods along, happily , in front of us . ' The font ' turns to me and says " I'm glad it was a not yet " .
I'm glad, too.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure he will be better soon. Wilf's spirit seems invincible.
ReplyDeleteMy heart is glad too!
ReplyDeleteJust catching up on my parents' prehistoric computer. Dear Wilf, we are most distressed to read about the stroke. Oh how bewidering it must all be. At least you have Angus and the font to guide you. We'll be thinking about you as we here are helping HGD who is also now having difficulties navigating his way round the house where he has lived for 30 years.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs, Gail and Bertie.
i don't know how a dog i have never met can touch me so much....sending a hair tousle and hug to you all...x
ReplyDeleteI'm glad it's not yet either. I love that dog!
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad, as well. We hope the new meds give us all more time with Wilf.
ReplyDeleteXXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy
Up early this morning to check in and like everyone am glad to find Wilf is soldering on!
ReplyDeleteShared happiness - I am so glad to have Wilf news - love, love, love little courageous ice bear - Wilf family you keep him going - love Suanne, Daisy, Foxiie and Kiri - all sending him kisses on the head
ReplyDeleteDo you continue bubble gum ice cream therapy??
So glad that there is some hopeful news. Just catching up with what's happened in your life recently. Sending you lots of positive thoughts.
ReplyDeleteLots of love and licks, Winnie
Wilf's indomitable spirit is an example to us all.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear Wilf is doing well. I hope the meds help him regain his routine soon.
ReplyDeleteCindy
If it is any comfort, I work with stroke patients and unless it is a major bleed with no chance of recovery, natural healing will take place and you will likely see over the next while changes back to the old Wilf! I shall keep my fingers crossed for the dear boy. I too am glad it is not time yet! Keep on going Wilf!
ReplyDeleteWith love from your Canadian pals,
Dianna along with Tor, Willow and Tucker
Gladness here, too; I echo Dianna - stroke or CVA can resolve over time. Blessings to you all.
ReplyDeleteoh dearest family in france profonde!
ReplyDeletewe're all so glad too.
and i always read the comments because it seems like we are all an extended family of this adorable wee soul.
Dianna's above made me happy.
there is always hope and healing. and after all, "non! absolument non" too soon!
have a wonderful saturday in the sun!
love,
tammy j
So very grateful it's "not yet"! Enjoy today...DBH
ReplyDeleteAngus, I know Wilf has other medical issues, but his vestibular event sounds mild compared to my Golden Retrievers, and she fully recovered, three times. She had her first and worst one when she was 13. It was so bad she could not even get up, let alone walk, for weeks we had to use the tummy belt with handles to get her up and outside to potty. Her eyes were ticking so bad her little head nodding from side to side, honestly it was terrible. But, she is 15 years old now and 99% recovered, she just has a little head tilt. I slept downstairs with her for 6 weeks on an air mattress, and now she charges upstairs at night to sleep next to me. Time will heal, and I know you will not give up on your little lad. Hope you all have a Wonderful weekend. Susan and Emma.
ReplyDeleteI could not agree more with "the font". Hearing about your little family still all together and seeing the photo of Wilf made me smile this morning. I'm hoping that Wilf refinds his equilibrium in the coming week.
ReplyDeleteSending a virtual hair tousle and a kiss on the nose (for Wilf!) Perhaps it will help to re-scent the interior of the rickety old farmhouse so Wild can find his way again...
ReplyDeleteNot yet.. So thankful xo
ReplyDeleteAnother very glad follower here. Hoping for continued improvements over the coming days. Try not to bump that scrumptious nose too much Wilfie Pon. Sending you distance kisses. Teena & Merlin xxx
ReplyDeleteWe're walking the old roman road with you Wilf.
ReplyDeleteJust checking!
ReplyDeleteA tender "bisou" for this night, my beloved Wilfee, hope this night won't be too bad.
ReplyDeleteAmitiés to you Angus, and Lady Font.
We are grateful for the vet's words too. Bisous to Wilfie.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad it was a not yet, too! :)
ReplyDeleteWilfee I'm glad too it was not time, live it up my friend for all you can until you say that's it.
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with 'the Font' on this one!!
ReplyDeleteOne of the best features of the dog blogging community, is the personal experience you are offered by those who "have been where you are." Let it bring you and the font a bit of comfort through these days. I am very happy, too, that it is Not Yet.
ReplyDeleteKisses,
Jo, Stella, Zkhat
I think you have a whole blogosphere that agrees with the Font!
ReplyDeletewags, wiggles & slobbers
Murphydog
So are we Mr Wilfie, you just keep chugging along buddy.
ReplyDeleteThere's a world of hope in those words, "not yet." Thank God.
ReplyDeleteJed & Abby
Dearest Wilf, I hope you can feel the love and hugs we are sending you across the miles.
ReplyDeletexoxoxoxo,
HoneyBuzz
Ditto.
ReplyDeleteHi there Mongoose,
ReplyDeleteI think that our Wilfey is still the biggest miracle story yet. Knowing his resolve to live adds to my impression that he is going to pull through this one too. Hang in there. Live in the moment. And enjoy your special pooch. We're thinking of you.
sending lotsaluv, warm thoughts and prayers for your doggie.
Caryl