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Monthly Archives: June 2011
She Keeps Fighting Cancer
The last chemotherapy is working. The oncologist said Hope’s breathing was good and she could not see a swollen tonsil or any other swollen area. Her lymph nodes are smaller. This is good news, and the vet said this was … Continue reading
Fireworks And Furkids
The Fourth of July means fun and fireworks—but that may not be so fun for your furkid. Sudden loud noises can frighten dogs. Please keep your furkids away from fireworks, or at least keep them contained. Even obedient dogs have … Continue reading
Posted in Dachshunds, Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dogs and Cancer, Schnauzers
Tagged Dachshunds, Dog Behavior, dog health, Schnauzers
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Cancer, Schmancer: We Are Still In The Fight
Hope seems to be responding to Monday’s chemotherapy! Hope’s snoring has been reduced by about 90 percent and her wheezing has stopped. She is alert and energetic. We took a long walk last night and she enjoyed herself. However, she … Continue reading
Posted in Dachshunds, Dogs and Cancer, Medicine, Puppy Mills, Schnauzers
Tagged Amish, Cancer, Dachshunds, dog health, medicine, puppy mills, Schnauzers
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Waiting And Wondering
Hope had chemotherapy yesterday. Her dose was increased a bit because she is between the weight guidelines for dosages. We know she is not in remission any more because of her snoring. The snoring returned last weekend. Her exam yesterday … Continue reading
Hope Continues To Live Up To Her Name
Hope didn’t get her chemotherapy yesterday; her white count was too low. Hope is feeling fine, but the risk for infection is great. She is taking Cipro and Amoxicillin. Thank goodness for peanut butter. We crush the pills, put them … Continue reading
Cancer Is Sneaky
Last week we learned Hope’s lymphoma was not in remission, but we are hopeful we may be entering another one. Hope began to snore loudly last week. We had gone to a chemotherapy schedule of every other week, but she … Continue reading
Posted in Dog Health, Medicine, Schnauzers
Tagged Cancer, dog health, medicine, Schnauzers
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Take Your Dog Shopping
If you have a pet store that welcomes you shopping with your dog, you should take your furkid for a trip. We live in a large city and have several stores where we can take the dogs. Getting your furkid … Continue reading
Posted in Dachshunds, Dog Behavior, Dog Toys
Tagged Dachshunds, Dog Auctions, dog toys, Pet Stores, Shopping
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Traveling With Furkids, Part Two
If you are on the road, fixing a meal for your dog may be difficult. Unless your furkid likes dry food alone, you may have a problem. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, you may need to pack … Continue reading
Dachshunds, Schnauzers And Summer
One disadvantage of having a wiener dog is he is low to the ground. In summertime, this can be a problem. Heat from concrete, blacktop, etc. will affect your dachshund faster than a taller dog. If you walk your … Continue reading
Posted in Dachshunds, Dog Health, Schnauzers
Tagged Cancer, Dachshunds, dog health, Schnauzers, Walking, Walks
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