Nearly back to normal

Hello Readers, just wanted to let you know how I am getting on following my lump removal operation.
Well, as you can see from the photos I have repaired well.  I had the stitches out 12 days after the operation and was allowed to discard the t-shirt, go back to off-lead walks and jump into the river again 2 days after that.

Can't say I miss the t-shirt, though it did get me lots of attention and extra fuss, but I really missed running around in my own garden.

Cats and squirrels beware - I AM BACK TO FULL FITNESS!!

Poor old me!!

Hi everyone.  Before you jump to conclusions and think that I have turned into an 80's fashion victim with my ripped t-shirt look, let me fill you in on what has been happening this week.

The little lump on my front left leg, just below my 'elbow' if you like, has been growing and my vet said it was time to remove it before it got too big. Thursday morning we got up as normal, except I had NO breakfast and spent the day at the vets.  I had a big sleep and awoke to find someone had removed the lump and sewn my leg up!

I was destined to wear a lampshade for the next fortnight to stop me nibbling at my stitches, as they are a bit sore and irritating.  Then mum came up with the idea of a t-shirt to cover the stitches so I would leave them alone.

I am making the best of it and trying not to whinge too much, but it is rather undignified being walked around my own garden on the lead and wearing mum's cast-offs! and being instructed to 'do a wee' before being marched back in again!

In case you think I am making a fuss about nothing, take a look at this picture! I have eight stitches (currently!) and they are going to leave a scar.  I hope my fur will grow back to cover it or I will look like a right trouble maker when I finally get to walk off the lead again!

Another Bank Holiday!

Hi everyone,
I hope you have all had a lovely bank holiday.  After a lazy rainy Saturday, yesterday we went out for the day with a picnic to Church Stretton and onto the Long Mynd.  It was a lovely sunny day and you will be pleased to know I managed 8 miles!  Mum and dad kept me on the lead to stop me overdoing it (and chasing the sheep!) and I am glad they did now because I was very tired by the end of the day.
You may have guessed that Bank Holiday Monday has been a much more sedate affair!!

A pleasant afternoon

Hello everyone, I hope you all had a good bank holiday last weekend. I have been at my hotel for a few days whilst 'mum and dad' were away with friends.

 I enjoy the break, but I am always keen to get back to my toys and the garden to make sure all is well.

Yes, I am confident there have been no problems here in my absence.  I just need to catch up with my football chewing!

Fun Weekend in the South West

Hi everyone,

I had a brilliant time with my walking pals this weekend.

We walked along rivers and streams, up and down hills (Tors actually!), along old forts and quarrys and generally had lots of fun.  I even had a bit of a swim in one of the quarry pools.

And yes, you've guessed it.... the only lost tennis ball on the whole of Dartmoor?  I found it!  Brilliant.

A busy bank holiday

Hi everyone! We had much better weather than forecast in the Midlands, so we made the most of it by playing outside with some of my tennis balls.

I must say I am not used to so many youngsters sharing my toys with me, but it was fine. I had lots of cuddles and so many strokes and pats that my tail was wagging from dawn to dusk.

We spent the whole time having lots of fun, running around, throwing and fetching balls and generally enjoying ourselves. However I must admit I was really tired when they went home and I slept soundly on the night!

Happy Easter!

Hello there.  Don't be too upset about the weather this Bank Holiday.  Chocolate Eggs taste just as yummy in the rain, or sat indoors in your bed.

Whatever you do, have a lovely time. xx