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Post by Mimsmum on Aug 31, 2007 21:34:47 GMT
We brought home Elly expecting to make her comfortable for the night and have a good feed and some love; and then expecting to have to have her put down. At 10 years + this dog has bounced back. Major surgery to remove malignant cancer and neutering to try to restrict the spread. She never stops fighting for life. She is bouncing back daily. She has such strength of character, and is so easy to fall in love with. Elly is now sponsored by so many caring individuals who have made it possible to give Elly care for life. She is loved here and spoilt rotten. We can never repay the debt we owe so many lovely people who have given so freely to Elly. She will want for nothing and she is SO loved. Heartfelt thanks. God bless you all.      And this week, queuing to go out in the garden  Excuse the fat woman. But look at Elly go.  Thank you all so much for giving Elly that extra time. Love you all. xx |
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Post by BW on Sept 1, 2007 16:01:45 GMT
We can never repay the debt we owe so many lovely people who have given so freely to Elly. She will want for nothing and she is SO loved. Heartfelt thanks. God bless you all. |
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Post by sashasmum on Sept 2, 2007 14:02:40 GMT
So glad to hear of her improvements every day. She is a real fighter - and soooooo beautiful.
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Post by Bernice on Sept 2, 2007 14:14:04 GMT
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Post by hugosmum on Sept 2, 2007 14:33:50 GMT
She is gorgeous and an absolute credit to SLR and your committment to lurchers
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Post by paula on Sept 2, 2007 17:08:13 GMT
well done jenny, she is gorgeous but then i am biased as she looks like molly
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Post by Mimsmum on Sept 4, 2007 10:02:50 GMT
Update - Elly now regularly goes offlead. She isn't bothered, but has a little run and then realises that her back legs don't keep up with her front legs, and ends up in a sprawl.
She goes from lovely to beautiful and her loving character is now coming out. Stood with her head in my lap whilst I typed this.
She's a star. ;D
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Post by Bernice on Sept 4, 2007 22:56:33 GMT
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Post by leolurcher on Sept 5, 2007 8:00:32 GMT
Elly has done so well in your care Jenny. What stars the pair of you are. Especially like the pic of her waiting to get out into the garden. Such a beautiful face.
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Post by BW on Sept 6, 2007 9:39:47 GMT
Elly visited Pishiobury Park this morning with Mim, Sofi, Megan, Seamus, Erin, Murphy & Benjy.
The lively old lass enjoyed herself enormously, & met some new friends:
I'm delighted to report that Elly continues to go from strength to strength. 
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Post by leolurcher on Sept 6, 2007 12:13:36 GMT
Nice to see Elly out enjoying herself with pals and what's more...all glossy coated and with her smashing blue collar and tassle.  Couldn't be more happy for you and Jenny and the brave grey girl....no matter what the future holds Elly is having a good time now. Love as always Eleanorxxxxxxx |
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Post by Mimsmum on Sept 7, 2007 17:14:11 GMT
I picked up the lab report from Barney today. Elly has aggressive neoplasm. At least we now know what to look for and how long she has. Approximately 12 months.  At the moment she is going from strength to strength so let's hope that all the medicines and supplements we are giving and the change of diet will slow down the spread.  She has had her vaccinations this week and like a good girl didn't murmour. She goes back in two weeks for the follow-up and my vet will give her a going over again. There is one suspect lump that we need to monitor. We won't be putting Elly through any chemo as we want her to enjoy the health that she has got for however long she can. If it hadn't been for all of you she wouldn't have been here now and enjoyed yet another walk to Clayton Hills. She is just loving the freedom right now, and that's good |
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Post by Bernice on Sept 7, 2007 19:16:16 GMT
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Post by BW on Sept 10, 2007 9:34:39 GMT
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Post by Mimsmum on Sept 11, 2007 16:52:05 GMT
Oh thanks Barney. She picked up quite a speed at Pishiobury on Saturday. We stood still as her eyesight isn't great!!!! ;D
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Post by Mimsmum on Sept 16, 2007 15:16:39 GMT
Elly has a new bed. Thanks to Carole and John, Blackjack's mum and dad. She looks lost in it. It is so lovely. Elly says a big thank you Carole and John. xxx ;D  |
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Post by laurie on Sept 16, 2007 16:40:09 GMT
That looks so very comfortable. Enjoy it Elly |
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Post by sandie on Sept 25, 2007 23:44:17 GMT
How do these dogs just- well cope and get on with life?They are an inspiration to us all!
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Post by BW on Sept 26, 2007 6:16:05 GMT
How do these dogs just- well cope and get on with life?They are an inspiration to us all!
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Post by Mimsmum on Oct 4, 2007 21:26:11 GMT
I think we are going to have to get her insured Laurie. She thinks she is a born again puppy at the mo. We meet a regular walker who adopts old greyhounds. he has four oldies at the mo. One of them has taken a shine to Elly. Today they ran off in the woods and out the other end. Elly came back dragging herself along with a big smile on her face. He came a little bit behind smiling also. I am gonna have to question that lab report!!!! That report means 11 months to go!!! I don't think Elly knows that. I will take the camera out this weekend and get some footage of the old pup doing her strutt!!! ;D I think the high strength joint pills and vitamin A have made her go mad  ;D |
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Couldn't be more happy for you and Jenny and the brave grey girl....no matter what the future holds Elly is having a good time now.
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