Tag: ACDx

Cautiously

Stella cautiously looks over the edge of the deck of a treehouse we recently stayed at.

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Help

We recently had a short yet most delightful sojurn at a treehouse. After settling in, Faye and I strolled down a nearby country road. We returned to discover that Achilles and Stella provided much help during our absence. They ensured that the sleeping platform did not float away.

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Achilles’ post-dental work report

Achilles had his two week check-up the other day, after several dental extractions on October 7. The vet is very pleased with his recovery and said that the extrachtions have healed quite well. He gave the go-ahead to slowly resume feeding kibble beginning today, two weeks post-surgery. Lamentably, more teeth need to be extracted. They can wait though; there is no hurry.

For now, we give thanks for the good boy’s fine recovery.

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I don’t mind

I don’t mind that a leaf is stuck to my tongue, do you?

Achilles, I don’t mind at all.

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Focussed

Stella was so focussed on . . . something, that leaves falling onto her nape were unworthy of her attention.

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Bookends

Achilles and Stella survey different parts of their domain.

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Seeing double

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Achilles’ visit to the doggy dentist

Achilles had several teeth extracted today. He did well through several hours of sedation which is always a concern with senior dogs. Unfortunately a few more teeth need to come out; that will wait for another time.

Right now he’s resting in the bedroom, which is dark, quiet, and safe. Soon I will get some food into him while spending some time on the floor with him.

It’s Thanksgiving weekend in Canada. Along with my many, many other blessings I’m thankful Achilles did well today. How blessed I am to have this good boy!

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Achilles, guard the couch.

A noble and important duty.

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Glowing Bentleys requested

Achilles (who we guess is 12 years old) will have several teeth extracted on Friday October 7. While he’s in otherwise good condition there is always a small risk of complications when a senior dog undergoes surgery.

‘Bentley‘ refers to the forehead blaze that all cattle dogs and most cattle dog crosses have. ‘Glowing Bentley’ is a phrase many ACD owners use to ask for, or to send, good thoughts. So while I expect no problems, I ask you to send glowing Bentley thoughts next Friday.

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