Thursday, June 30, 2011

" Tu es sage " .

A rough night with Wilf. For some reason his ' diabetic foot ' became inflamed and swollen to near double its usual size. The first time either of us have ever heard him cry .Off to the surgery in the early hours for a couple of shots and an antiseptic footbath . Thank heavens for caring vets who'll start work at day break . The family fellow beamed as the senior partner tickled him under the chin and said ' tu es sage ' . He's now much better and the swelling noticeably reduced although he'll be on a course of antibiotics and pain killers for the next couple of weeks . Wilfs attitude to this mornings adventures ? " Kind words can be short and easy to speak but their echoes are truly endless " .

Thanks to Suka for sorting out the 404 Error problem and suggesting switching to Firefox .
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  1. verobirdieJune 30, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Poor Wilf. All my best wishes to him.

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  2. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsJune 30, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Wilf, I have long known that you are wise - I wish you healing vibes.

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  3. Maggie Mae and MaxJune 30, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Poor Wilf. We will hold him extra close in our hearts today.

    Blessings and Love,
    Janelle and Maggie Mae

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  4. kksJune 30, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Poor Wilf! Hope your foot heals quick!
    xoxo

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  5. Fi from Four Paws and WhiskersJune 30, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Brave boy.... so glad you were able to get help so early!

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  6. CraigJune 30, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Sorry to hear about the sore paw Wilf. Glad to hear kt is improving. Demand extra treats from Angus and The Font...!

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  7. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Poor baby!!! When humans are diagnosed with diabetes -- 1 or 2 -- their paws are constantly being checked. So Wilf's hurting paw is consistent with the disease. But somehow it's worse when it's a dear family fellow who can't speak and has to rely on the physical evidence.

    Our hearts are with you!

    Joan and the Barkalots

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  8. Susan TJune 30, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Sweet Wilf,hope that his poorly paw gets better very soon, and that he is pain free. Extra ice cream for invalids prescribed.

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  9. The Ladies of Beaglebratz ManorJune 30, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Poor Wilf - but such a gallant fellow - taking the good and bad that life doles out but then always coming back for more. And you guys are wonderful - so many people would have given up on Wilf a long time ago - so glad that you are not those people.
    Hugs and prayers for all of you.
    Mom Kim

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  10. MarianJune 30, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Thinking of Wilf.....glad to hear he's much better after his visit to the vets. We check in every day.

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  11. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    What a stoic, dear boy. You and Wilf give me the courage to at least pretend I'm perfectly okay with the knowledge that our dear girl - already lost one eye at age 3 to glaucoma - will be just fine, NO MATTER WHAT.

    (And I will be too.)

    --Chan of www.dontmesswithmytutu.wordpress.com

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  12. StellaJune 30, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Perhaps a now and then addition of someone who loves Wilf holding an ice pack to that foot might help even more.

    Gentle hugs and tummy rubs to you Wilf!

    Kisses,
    Jo, Stella and Zkhat

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  13. JoannaJune 30, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Poor chap, I hope he feels better soon.

    x (for Wilf!)

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  14. Wild DingoJune 30, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Mon pauvre chien! C'est vrai. Tu es sage. C'est dommage que il n'ya pas plus comme toi!

    hugs and kisses to Wilf.

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  15. DianeJune 30, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Hope Wilf soon improves now that he has seen the vet. I am sad I have only just found you and will now have to go back and read all the previous stories. Diane

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  16. SbuckleyJune 30, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    What a brave boy you are Wilf! Enjoy a day of the sounds and smells of summer and please get better soon!

    Susan

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  17. Pamela Terry and EdwardJune 30, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Poor soul, that has to be painful. No doubt the antibiotics, sleep and love will soon set him to rights. Extra scratches from us!!

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  18. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    first a note to diane, above... do go thru all the archives and even the italy ones... it is so worth getting to know this remarkable family. you will fall in love with digby (wilf's little brother) too!

    when you said he cried, i wanted to cry. he has endured so much and stayed so calm. but it sounds like they know exactly what they're doing. (no mean vet tho! i simply don't trust her)
    love and hugs to all three today and special tummy rub for wilf,
    tammy j

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  19. JeanJune 30, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Poor Wilf. And poor you. Lulu had a similar problem in her leg and it was heartbreaking to hear her cry and be powerless to help until we managed to get her to the vet. I so glad he's on the mend.

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  20. WFT NobbyJune 30, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Poor dear Wilf. Having once myself had to stay for two weeks on a hospital ward where many humans with 'diabetic feet' were being treated, I am all too familiar with the problem. You will, I think, have to be very very careful with his paws.
    Gail.

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  21. houndstoothJune 30, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Aww, poor Wilf! I'm glad you have such kind people at your vet practice.

    I'm also a fan of Google Chrome if IE is giving you trouble!

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  22. ann @ studiohydeJune 30, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Hello Wilf....Sorry to hear you had a rough night, but glad your vet has helped. (our lurcher William - also a new Follower of yours) sends his best wishes......regards, ann.

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  23. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Sweet Wilfieeee! Get better soon - no more crying I hope - we love you! Susanne, Daisy and Foxiie wishing you well!!!

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  24. DukeJune 30, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    We hope your foot heals quickly for you, Wilf. We don't want you to hurt!

    Love ya lots
    Maggie and Mitch

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  25. rottroverJune 30, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I had an error message as well. I emptied my "cache" and deleted my "cookies". I use safari. Anyway it's fixed. If only Wilf's paw could be repaired so easily!

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  26. Cat ManduJune 30, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Furry hugs for Wilf.
    from, Mandu

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  27. 24 CornersJune 30, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Hugs to all of you...and continued healing for Wilfy's paw...poor baby.
    xo J~

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  28. ~Kim at Golden Pines~June 30, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Angus, I think we both know that kind and compassionate care for our companions makes us feel better too! I'm glad to read that Wilf is already on the mend! We also send those same healing thoughts from our corner of Virginia!

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  29. Cheryl PassJune 30, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Owwwch!...poor Wilf. Thank goodness for the kind vet who helps you all.
    Am on firefox here, but occasionally have come across blogger glitches, too. Can be very frustrating when that happens...hope you all fixed now.

    Sending doggie kisses to Wilf.. from North Carolina to you...

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  30. The Life of RileyJune 30, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Perhaps Wilf beamed because he thought you might hear the vet prescribed “sau-sage”. The “sages” are close enough that a dog as wise as Wilf would recognise the opportunity to have his favourite food as his daily medicine!

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  31. Narrative jewelryJune 30, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Sweet boy, i really hope your paw will go better the most rapidly as possible.
    We, all around the world, are with you.
    Bisous my sweet.
    Courage Angus, we all, support you and the Font.

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  32. Bella Roxy & MacduiJuly 1, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Poor Wilf. We're glad his foot is feeling better.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  33. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    Poor Wilfie. I wish you a speedy recovery! So much sadness and strife in this world of ours. I always come here for my daily smile and chuckle. And of course to see Wilf's hairdo for the day. Hugs and kisses!!!

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  34. Nita StacyJuly 1, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Oh...I hate to hear that Wilf was in pain. So glad you have him on the way to fixing his paw. Dear sweet Wilf.

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  35. booahbooJuly 1, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Poor Wilf... it is sad to hear them cry. I sure hope he is healing and feeling much better today. Paws and fingers crossed for Mister Fluffy.

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  36. SukaJuly 1, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    hey Wilf,

    I am so sad to read about your foot and sorry you went through that awful experience. Please know my paws are crossed for you and both my human, K, and I are sending you lots of love, prayers, and thoughts for healing. Sounds like you have some wonderful Vets looking out for you, and an amazing family that loves you. :->

    Suka and K

    p.s. Glad I was able to help with your "Error" problem! :->

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  37. HomerJuly 1, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Hey Wilf,

    Thank you for your birthday wishes. Man, sorry to hear about your foot/paw. Are you feeling better now? Has the swelling subside?

    Love,
    Homer

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