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Post by carolinew on May 5, 2009 9:09:58 GMT
Been to the vets this morning for Lily's pre-op check and everything went well, so she is having the operation tomorrow morning (best get off to the shops for chicken purchases!! ;D).
She was a very good girl at the vets, didn't flinch at all the invasions to her privacy. So no food after 8pm and we need to be at the vet hospital for 9am tomorrow.
Lily, Sandy and Penny are currently using our house and garden as a running track, thundering by, not sure why I bother with housework. ;D ;D
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Post by elmersmum on May 5, 2009 9:27:05 GMT
I would not bother, either, Caroline, just join the hounds and have some fun. Viviane. X
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Post by carolinew on May 5, 2009 22:05:35 GMT
Yesterday my brother and family came to join us on our walk. Little Lily Out with the stunt kids - Penny roaching Lily sniffing bluebells Todays walk with an honourary lurcher, Molly the GSD Lily, Sandy and Penny She likes to sniff everything more sniffing who's been in the pond then?? that will be me then Lily is in for her spay tomorrow - so wish her luck Caroline
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Post by silverlady44 on May 5, 2009 22:42:50 GMT
Lovely photos of little Lily Caroline just you mind you don't end up with number 4 as she looks as if she fits in with your pack very well. Just realized she is being spayed tomorrow good luck girl.
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Post by elmersmum on May 7, 2009 8:22:37 GMT
How is little Lily this morning after her operation, Caroline? Hope she is recovering well. Viviane. X
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Post by Karla on May 7, 2009 9:16:29 GMT
I hope Lily is recovering well after her op xx
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Post by carolinew on May 7, 2009 11:17:27 GMT
Lily hasn't had a good night and seems to be in more pain than she should be. The vets called us this morning to see how she was (as she was so slow coming round yesterday) and she is going back this afternoon for some more pain killing injections. She is been for a gentle walk this morning which she enjoyed, but she is not her usual self. Poor Lily
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Post by jojo on May 7, 2009 12:45:57 GMT
Lots of special well wishes for Lily from Badger, me & the gang. Hope the jabs help to sooth the poor girl xxxx
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Post by elmersmum on May 7, 2009 15:49:54 GMT
Poor little Lily, let's hope the vet managed to ease your pain and make you a bit more comfortable. And maybe there will be some more roasted chicken for you tonight. Viviane. X
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Post by Jeanette on May 7, 2009 16:01:46 GMT
How's little Lilly?...Is she back home yet?
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Post by carolinew on May 7, 2009 16:11:17 GMT
She's back, with a supply of Rimadyl for the pain. She's very tender around her nethers and keeping out of the lurchery play going on here. She's very quiet and giving lots of Princess Diana saluki stares!! She is lovely
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Post by enzosmum on May 7, 2009 16:20:18 GMT
I've never thought of that, but I can picture it now! Maybe SLR should name the next saluki-x girl Diana
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Post by mcmurphy79 on May 7, 2009 16:31:31 GMT
Awww Gosh poor little thing. Penny and I send hugs.
She does seem to fit in well with your pack. I LOVE to take her on but my oldie Penny is not keen on young dogs.
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Post by elmersmum on May 7, 2009 16:32:45 GMT
Oh, bless her - doesn't everybody else's heart just melt away under those endearing saluki eyes.................. Wishing you a quick recovery, sweetie. Viviane. X
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Post by mcmurphy79 on May 7, 2009 16:35:49 GMT
Ah they are certainly cunning. Penny only has to look at me with the Diana stare and I met and give in. Spoilt old girl that she is.
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Post by carolinew on May 10, 2009 10:51:40 GMT
Lily seems to be recovering from her spaying now. She has been joining in the dog walks, albeit at a gentle pace and is not so dazed and frightened now. She is a joy to have around, she is such a people person. If she could she would spend the whole day glued to your side. She likes nothing better than resting her head on your lap or standing by my side when I'm using the computer - it means lots of one handed typing.... It is essential that she ends up with a family where someone is around most of the time and ideally where she can sleep close to people. She doesn't like bed time here as we have to leave the dogs downstairs in the living room as we have four cats who live upstairs and she does whimper and cry for quite a while before she settles. If she was an only dog I don't think she would settle happily - whereas here she is one of four . Lily has the sofest fur and loves to lick - any part of your body that isn't covered ;D. Young children need to be prepared for this, some will love it, but others can find it a bit frightening. I know my 4yr old nephew wasn't comfortable being licked, whereas my 8yr old niece loved it . She is still eating her food really quickly, but this is typical of a stray dog. Our Penny took about 3mths before she started to eat at a normal speed and not try steal everyone elses. Lily is an ace countersurfer, even though she is small she will try and get things out of the sink (empty cat food cans for example). Lily will make the best pet, but does currently rely on her humans for comfort and reassurance. She is less than a year old and really still a pup. I don't think she's had much puppyhood and has yet to get to grip with the idea of toys and games. She walks to heel when off lead, but is so inquisitive that onlead walking can take a bit of a while to get anywhere. Lily will be free to go to home new home next Saturday and we already have a few applications, so if you're interested you best contact Jenny (mimsmum) ASAP!! Caroline x
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Post by elmersmum on May 10, 2009 22:10:56 GMT
What a lovely update on little Lily, Caroline. Sie sounds a real darling and will make a family with children a wonderful pet once she's gained some more confidence. She is desperate to be loved as she had probably had to fend for herself in her poor little life. Somebody who can give her the time she needs and lots of reassurance will be rewarded with the most gorgeous little hound. She is a very sweet little girl and I am glad she is beginning to recover now. Viviane. X
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Post by awp on May 11, 2009 8:20:07 GMT
Lily came to Sussex yesterday, I got a cuddle, it was like cuddling a giant ball of wool. Its great to see dogs coming through SLR who can have a new life with children Pretty girly In for the close up Playing stick (Lily left - Sandy right) More stick games and looking a little bit like Mischa to me x
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Post by carolinew on May 11, 2009 9:04:59 GMT
Lovely photos Anna - and we had a lovely time yesterday afternoon. Thanks very much. Good news too - Lily has been back to the vets, everything is now going well and she will be having her stitches out and 2nd vac on Saturday. Apparently she bled quite a lot during the op, which accounts for the pain she has been suffering. The vet also said that Lily is now the perfect weight for her size and age and she has lovely teeth (not that I can take any credit for this). So we're all ready for Lily to move to her forever home.... Caroline
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Post by sandie on May 11, 2009 11:30:12 GMT
lovely photos of Lily she looks a right little sweetie
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