'The true Soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because He loves what is behind him.' -G. K. Chesterton

18 February 2013

Doctor Today - Updated

We have an appointment to see the surgeon in Vegas at 1345 this afternoon. We're anxious and praying for a good outcome. Angus has been doing really well so we're optimistic but fear lies just below the surface. I'll post an update as soon as we get home.

Fingers crossed.

Six

Update: We're home from the appointment. The news is good.
Doc took new X-Rays and removed the old splint/cast. He said it all looks good so far but because the break was so bad he wanted to wait another 4 weeks before releasing him to full duty (as it were). Angus got a new soft cast that will allow him to start walking more on his paw. Doc wants us to keep him activity limited for a while yet. He'll get the soft cast off in 2 weeks and start serious rehab then. Especially swimming. We see the Doc again for hopefully the last time in 4 weeks. Until then it's business as usual. Not as good as we wished but much better than it could have been. Doc is pleased with his progress but an injury like his just takes time to heal. That's Ok because if there's one thing our dogs have taught us it's patience. We're happy. Angus' energy level has returned to what it was pre-injury. He's off the pain meds and acting like his old self. Heck, we can't let him off leash lest he get the rips and take off running. We didn't get any pics but here's one I took the other day. Angus curled up on the couch with Mommy. He's so cute.

11 comments:

OldAFSarge said...

Prayin' for Angus!

Rev. Paul said...

We'll keep Angus in our prayers, and remember: "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love, and a strong mind."
(2 Timothy 1:7)

I believe Angus will be fine! :^)

Old NFO said...

Hopefully not a serious issue.

Home on the Range said...

I hope all is well and confirmed as such, soon. Prayers for all of you.

God, Gals, Guns, Grub said...

Hope it's good news...

Dann in Ohio

Six said...

Thanks AFSarge!

That's beautiful Rev. Thank you.

Thanks NFO. I think he's progressing nicely. Doc was pleased.

Thanks Brigid! The news was good.

It was Dann. As well as we could reasonably expect. Thanks.

Old NFO said...

That's good news, but with the soft cast and him walking on the paw, keeping him 'quiet' is going to be a PITA!

Murphy's Law said...

Awwwww....

Glad for Angus. Been praying for him (and you two) and will keep doing so.

RabidAlien said...

Good to hear he's doin well!

agirlandhergun said...

So good to read he is doing well!!

Six said...

You are spot on NFO. That boy thinks he's all better now so Let's Go Running!!

Thanks ML. The prayers worked!

Thanks RabidAlien!

Thanks AGirl!

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