Dixie Flyer
504 Jones Ave Waynesboro, Georgia 30830
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We got back this afternoon from Hunting Island. Unlike Ryan's weather we had a very nice weekend. The temperature was 73* with a wind blowing right off the ocean, kind of chilly with the wind blowing. I tried to post some pictures but I am having trouble with Photo bucket down sizing the photos, so will post them later.
Old Fella could not go for a walk on the beach. The best he could do was about 50 yards and then he would fall down from exhaustion. He is not able to help us climb into the camper, Sue and I have to lift him up into the camper, that is a back bracking job.
We tried putting Fella on the floor leaving the small section {jump seat} down for Suzie and that worked vert well. Fella was more comfortable with the padded floor and had more room to move around in. Suzie got sick going to the island but did okay on the trip home. She enjoyed her walks on the beach and when she was let off the leash she didn't run off but stayed close and was very obedient.
Sue and I something unusual at the campground. Six young mothers from Columbia, SC joined up for a weekend camping leaving the dad's baby sitting. This was their first weekend camping but said it won't be their last. They had a blast and enjoyed the beach and being able to get away. Those husbands must be some great guys to let their wives have the weekend off like that.
We have two weeks to get ready for Branson. I am praying that Fella will make a great recovery by then. I think he went a little backward this weekend. Apparently he is having a problem with the Deramaxx making his stomach upset so he will have to come off that. I put him back on the Metacam tonight until I can talk with Dr. Ford tomorrow.
Okay that is all for now, have a good evening and I will talk with you later.
2005 Ford XLT F250 Supercab - 6.0 Turbo Diesel
2005 27RL Wildcat Fifth wheel/Reese 16K hitch
Wife Sue
Pets: Old Fella and Levi at Rainbow Bridge. Suzie the Imp, Charlie, Peaches the Princess and Izzie the cat.
Old Fella Burke County Animal Rescue
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Dixie Flyer
504 Jones Ave Waynesboro, Georgia 30830
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I tried again this morning to resize the pictures in photobucket so I could post them and every time I try I get an MSN error message. So I guess I won't be posting any pictures until they get their error fixed.
Fella had another episode last night while was talking with Dan. This vomiting is not getting any better so this morning he goes back to see Dr. Ford. He is still in pain this morning when he walks, but he went outside and made his rounds in the back yard checking to see if anything had changed since last night. So he is still determined to stay on his feet as much as he can.
Suzie finally caught a squirrel yesterday, now she will be more determined than ever. She is sitting in her chair looking out the window as I make this post wanting to go in the back yard.
His trip to the beach wasn't as much fun for him as I had hoped. I really don't know what I expected, maybe I thought we would see a miracle and he would jump to his feet and run out on the beach as he has done many times before with Levi. I guess I was hoping for something that just isn't going to happen ever again.
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bonniesoo
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Old Fella is such a fighter but recovery for him I fear is going to be really slow. I hope Dr. Ford has another idea for him regarding pain meds. Good luck today and keep us posted.
Kim & Donna Hale
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Dashonthedash
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Speaking of carsickness, Lily (with the aid of her meclazine and ginger root, and Dash's calming presence), just travelled over 1200 miles by car, and didn't get sick once. This is a first for her (she usually is OK in the RV, but she travels in her crate there), and I am so proud of her! We were in Kanab, Utah, at the annual Greyhound Gathering, and both dogs behaved wonderfully. Dash had to spend some time in a crate, since most of the events are meant for greyhounds (they can be so elitist), and we stayed in a hotel. Lily almost passed her CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test while at the Gathering, even with no preparation or practice. The CGC is a series of 10 tests designed to demonstrate that a dog can behave responsibly among other people and dogs, and is a minimum requirement for therapy and other service dogs. The only reason she didn't pass was she was unwilling to sit (some greyhounds have trouble with sitting), but she passed everything else, including distractions and supervised separation.
I'm leaving for my Branson trip (making several stops on the way) this Saturday. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Gary Shapiro
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Spc. Lily - 5-year-old Greyhound
and Spc. Allan (DOTL Rainbow Division) - now waiting at the Bridge with Max, Willow & Dot
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Susee
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Saw this on the Today Show this morning, Richard Old Fella might need this in the future to help him walk
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/24698170/
Sandy
HUBBY the driver 
WIFE the co pilot 
1 SON
2 Mini Schnauzer Puppies Heidi & Schnitzel
2003 19ft Wildwood Travel Trailer
2001 Ford EB Expedition 5.4 V 8
1995 Ford Explorer V 6
1999-2003 Rockwood Tent Trailer ~ 1997-1999 TENTING
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kokosfriend
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Richard, Hannah had frequent trouble with gastritis and we finally had to give her a med called carafate or something like that before she ate or had her meds. It is a chalky like pill that protects the stomach. I hope Dr Ford can find something to help his stomach. It was a little tricky, but we were able to treat her with good results.
Prayers
Barb
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Dixie Flyer
504 Jones Ave Waynesboro, Georgia 30830
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Susee wrote:Saw this on the Today Show this morning, Richard Old Fella might need this in the future to help him walk
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/24698170/
Sandy
The wheeled cart supporting the rear legs is great, but the dog needs to have two good front legs to walk on and pull himself along and Fella doesn't have them.
His left rear leg is too weak to support him and his right front leg is {Totally} gone.
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Dixie Flyer
504 Jones Ave Waynesboro, Georgia 30830
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Hunting Island
These are pictures I made during our trip to Hunting Island. Notice the deer that came up into the campground every evening. Old Fella's pictures were taken while he was laying down, sorry about that, he hardly stands any more
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kokosfriend
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OF still looks pretty happy to be where he is!!!
Barb
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Dixie Flyer
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kokosfriend wrote:OF still looks pretty happy to be where he is!!!
Barb
He is still happy!
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