Hey everyone, sorry I’ve not been around this past weekend but Buddy hasn’t been doing the best. I really just spent the weekend reading and cuddling with him. He’s not really wanting to eat much and he’s really tired. Just really not himself anymore. It makes me more sad than I can even begin to say and I’ve basically been in tears most of the weekend. It’s a holiday here today but I’m going to see if I can get him into the vet tomorrow and see if there is any way for him to feel better. I also need some answers on what else I can try for him to eat because he really doesn’t seem that interested in chicken and macaroni anymore. I guess it could be he’s just not hungry. It just breaks my heart to look at him and know there isn’t anything I can do.
You know I’ve lost a lot of my family – aunts, uncles, cousins and my best friend but watching him decline has to be the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I still have my parent so I haven’t experienced that great loss but I’m sure it would be the same. I just love the little guy so much and he’s brought so much happiness into my life. I just can’t picture life without him. Anyhow, I’d appreciate some extra prayers for him this week if you’re the praying kind – that he’ll bounce back and feel good for a while again.
Not much else going on – I’ve really only been focusing on him and trying to get my office work done. I’m trying to make sure I get all my reading done for commitments I have and that’s about it. I’m just finishing The King’s Mistress by Emma Campion for her book tour with TLC Book Tours this week and it’s been a good one for keeping my mind occupied when it doesn’t just wander off. I’m going to read Holly’s Inbox: Scandal in the City by Holly Denham next. That should be a good one for keeping me a bit amused.
I hope to be able to do some blog visiting this week but at this point can’t really say for sure I will. It may be enough of a struggle to keep up with what I have to since the stress isn’t doing much for me feeling good either. I do hope all of you are well and will pop by your blogs again just as soon as I can. I don’t have any new pics of Buddy this week – he’s not in a picture taking mood so I’ll just share an old one (back from March)…
I hope Buddy feels better!! 🙁
Give him hugs and kisses from me!! I pray he starts feeling better! Hang in there!!
I hope your darling little buddy perks up and is enjoying life again very soon. That is hard for you to see him not up to par since you care for him so much.
Dar, I'm so sorry that Buddy isn't feeling well. I'm keeping you and Buddy in my thoughts and sending you a hug too.
Prayers from us to Buddy and you.
Wish I had any suggestions to offer on different foods.
He is a little darling as Terra said.
Hope the vet can offer you some foods and help tomorrow.
Darcy, Sophie and me.
Prayers heading out. Keep him close and love him well….live in the present with him for now. I'm sorry it's been so hard for you….you and buddy both will remain in my prayers.
I hope Buddy will feel better soon! You take care too, Dar! {{Hugs}}
You don't worry about anything else but spending time with that little precious ball of fur. I do indeed believe in prayer, and I know the powerful bond we form with our pets. You both are being prayed over now.
I'm so sorry about your sweet little Buddy! I hope he feels better right away <3
I hope Buddy feels better soon!
Hugs. I hope Buddy starts feeling better, and that you have continued strength.
Oh no, this makes me sad, I know how much you love Buddy. I hope he will get better.
*hugs*
Its Tuesday here and I do hope you got to the vet and he is able to help you and Buddy.
Aww, Buddy feel better!
A hug to both of you at this difficult time.
I'm so sorry to hear about Buddy. I know how much he means to you. I pray that he'll bounce back. I'm sending hugs your way, Dar.
Pets ARE family, and while I've lost humans that I've loved, the furry ones are the ones I will cry over for months. They are the innocent ones. Maybe Buddy is just working his way up to filet mignon! I will pray for the both of you, and in the meantime, just enjoy him and love him!
Dar, you and Buddy are still in my daily prayers. I hope he gets better soon and that the two of you are able to enjoy better days together.
Aw, poor Buddy and poor you. I hope you can get him into the vet soon to see if there's anything they can do to make him more comfortable and suggest something he will eat.
I'm so sorry Buddy is not feeling well. As long as you're with him, I know he feels loved. I'll say a prayer that he bounces back!
(((BIG HUGS)))
and prayers & ((HUGS)) for Buddy.
I wonder if they have any like medicated type foods or specialty stuff you could give him. Does he keep the food down after eating it?
Poor buddy. I hear you on the sadness and stress of it all.
Charlee is permanently on steroids, which can cause other health issues, but there is no way around it. I think at this point we're just trying to keep him comfortable, but I think there is a time when he'll become tolerant to the meds and the itching will commence…leading to his eating himself raw again. I'm not looking forward to it.
I hope you find time to just cuddle and relax with him because it sounds like you both need it…forget about the stress for a bit.
Oh Dar, I'm so sorry that Buddy is still out of sorts. It's hard when they don't want to eat. Do make sure he's getting his fluids though. Does he like to chew on ice?
Oh Darlene my heart breaks for you! Poor little Buddy! I hope he starts feeling a little better soon. Prayers and HUGS!
Sorry Buddy is not well. I think and pray for him often. I'm sending hugs to you both!
Prayers and good thoughts heading your way….
((Dar and Buddy))
Prayers and hugs to you and Buddy!
Oh Pumpkin! I'm very sorry to read this. How about peanut butter? all dogs like that, usually. chicken broth, rice maybe, or just plain cooked ground beef? can't think of anything else too bland.
Keeoing you both in my thoughts and prayers.
{{hugs}}
Thinking of you and Buddy and hope that you got some help from the vet. I'm sorry to hear that he's not doing well. He's so blessed to have you taking care of him. Take care of yourself also while you spend time with Buddy. You are both definitely in my prayers!
Dar, you know we are all routing for Buddy's recovery. I'd snuggle and stay close to him, too! Have you heard about the book coming out this fall "What a Difference a Dog Makes"? On the cover is a picture of dog that could be Buddy's double. Here's the link: http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780307735188
Dar,
Whatever you do please don't worry about visiting blogs…those that know and love you, totally understand. I wish so damn bad that I lived closer to you so that I could more of a support system for you! Buddy is always on my mind, especially when I'm spending time with Bruce, and a day doesn't go by that I don't say a prayer for you, my sweet Canadian friend!!!
Oh Dar. As always you two are in my thoughts. My heart is just aching for you…
((hugs)) to you and Buddy.
I pray he gets well.
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Sending hugs and good thoughts your way!
I'm so sorry Dar. I've been sending good thought your way for Buddy. I hope the vet can help. Have you taken him to a different vet for a 2nd opinion?
Poor Buddy and poor you! I hope everything will get better soon.
Keeping you both in my prayers. Hope he feels better soon. ((HUGS))
Hi Dar! I've been away and am way behind on my visits but I've been thinking of you. Your blog looks amazing and I love everything about it!! Wonderful job!
I'm so sorry to hear that Buddy isn't feeling well. It's so hard to feel helpless when someone you love is ill. I'm sending love and prayers your way. Take care of yourself. Hugs to you.
Oh Dar… {{HUGS}} I'm thinking and praying for you and Buddy. I can't imagine life without my goggie Hiro too. I miss him a lot being away from him. I hope Buddy will be better soon.