Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Getting Old Sucks !

You know - for years we have listened to Mom complaining about being "old" and how her knees or back hurt after a long walk - but now WE understand. Getting old is no fun at all. I the Reilly dog have jippy feet (and I can't even wear my boots anymore )  and I have bad arthritis in my spine and back hips. The last time Mom took me for a 'real' walk I only got about a 1/4 mile and flopped on the ground and couldn't move. Thankfully by big human sister was with us and was able to carry me back to the car. Then on the weekend Mom and Dad took us to the beach - and before Dad could pick me up to carry me down the steps I tried to go down them myself and my back legs gave way and I tumbled down 4 steps. Needless to say I scared the bejeebers out of the folks but I was actually okay - just my dignity was a little hurt. Mom will now only take me places with no steps and a flat surface so she can put me in my wheelie cart (which I HATE) but it is better than nothing. I do enjoy my bike cart though - it is fun watching Dad huff and puff and do all the hard work :)














Now we also have had some scary news about my Dweeb brother the Denny. At his last yearly physical a few weeks ago -  his blood tests showed his kidneys were not working properly and his liver function was a little high. They decided to repeat the test one month later to make sure it wasn't just a faulty reading - and sadly the numbers came back slightly worse. So yesterday the Dweeb went off to the vets and had his belly shaved so they could do an ultra sound of his kidneys and sadly they showed he has "significant" kidney disease. He hasn't been showing any symptoms of anything being wrong. We are still waiting for some more tests to come back to see what kind of disease - and hopefully it can be treated with medications and a special diet - that will as the vet optimistically said - "keep him going a few more years"

We are also happy to report that after 8 months of living with us - cousin Max and his Moms are moving out tomorrow - they have an apartment about 7 minutes away but the big galoop will still be coming to doggie day care when his Moms are both working so we will still see him.  We are certainly NOT going to miss his tail though - both Denny and I squint and put our heads down any time he walks near us because we are so use to getting wacked in the face with that tail  And poor Mom has long whip like bruises on her legs from his tail....... she says can understand now why people dock boxers tail although she doesn't like the idea as there is nothing better then seeing a happy tail wag - unless it is knocking the coffee cup of the coffee table for like the 100th time :) :)

22 comments:

  1. It's so nice to see you again! We sure miss your posts about your expeditions to the beach and the big ships. Sorry to hear about your ailments. Ghostwriter heartily agrees that getting old sucks!

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  2. It's good to hear from you boys. We're sorry to hear about your health issues but will be crossing our paws and sending all the POTP we can to help you feel better.

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  3. Hi there Reilly and Denny,
    It's good to hear from you, even though the 'getting old sucks' news about health worries is not so good. We do hope the vet can help with Denny's kidney problems. And Gail is pleased that Reilly enjoys the bike cart. Both of us are fans of undocked tails, although Gail says that ones held high on the back like mine are less inclined to give their housemates bruises.
    Toodle pip!
    Bertie.

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  4. Hari OM
    G'day Rielly and Denny! It is so good to hear from you - though it be with not the brightest news. I shall add you both to my POTP list, as every little thought helps, right?! Having your own space back will certainly be fun, but am sure it will also feel a little strange not have that tail-wag around all the time! Sending Love of the capital 'ell' variety, hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx

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  5. How wonderful to hear from you handsome fellas
    I luffs your carriage...what a great way to go walkies and survey YOUR Parks
    Waggie tails do cause untold but FUNS mischiefs.
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  6. Hi to our special friends in Florida. We are sorry to hear about you, Reilly, and your aging problems. But you are so lucky to have good parents to take care of you. Enjoy that wagon and bike cart. We hope you find something to help you feel better. And poor Denny, so sorry to hear about your kidneys. Hopefully you can find a tasty kidney diet to keep you going for a long time. Hugs to you and your Mom. We miss all of you on the blogs.

    Woos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber

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  7. Oh Denny!!! My the tears are just hitting me. Your little one. I know it is hard when the old ones start to fail, but man when the younger one has something serious like this first wow I'm sorry there just aren't words. I'm sitting here looking at my girls and am just blown away.

    Lots of good vibes for Reilly and Denny that you can find ways for both of them to be able to manage their challenges.

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  8. We were just thinking about you the other day. Yeah, getting old isn't for wimps. Glad you're still getting out and about! Paws crossed for Denny.

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  9. Glad to see you guys back in the blog world again. Tough news about Denny and your arthritis, Reilly. I know what you mean about getting old though, while Beckett and Keltic are fine, I was diagnosed with diabetes last year. It has been stressful but we're coping.

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  10. Yes, growing old is tough and sometimes keeping dignity is even harder! We are so sorry you are struggling but that looks like a cool no walking wagon and the bike cart is even more cool! We are so sorry to hear your brother is having kidney troubles and we send POTP that the dogtur can help him feel better.

    Keep Calm & Bark On!

    Murphy & Stanley

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  11. glad to see you posting but feel so bad about Denny, praying with different food things will be under control. I think the little cart you have is just adorable. You are right though, getting old sucks. DakotasDen

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  12. Oh poor Denny! Ruby is sending him big hugs!

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  13. Hello! Sending lots of POTP for both of you
    hugs
    Hazel & Mabel

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  14. how great to hear from you... all paws are crossed and we send lots of potp to you... and we hope that the results bring good news to your bro ...

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  15. How nice to hear from you but the news is not so nice. You look very happy in your fancy wheels, Reilly. We are sending you and Denny lots of AireZen and POTP. We hope the vet can help you out with the kidney disease, Denny.

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  16. You two boys still look happy and beautifully handsome. Denny, please ask your Mom to read about the raw diet at dogsnaturallmagazine.com. It could be what helps your kidneys better than anything. Oh, and your vet probably won't approve, unless he/she is holistic.

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  17. It's great to see you guys again! Yes it sucks getting old and I'm sorry to hear about your ailments. But it sounds like you are getting the best of care and your mom does everything possible to maintain your quality of life. Don't be a stranger! Love Dolly

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  18. Good to see an update from you guys! Getting old is still better than the alternative!
    Cammie!

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  19. Hi you guys. Been thinking about you every day. Hope your folks have figured out your diet Denny and hope Reilly you can be as happy as possible in your wagon!

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  20. I'm sorry to hear that you are having old age issues. POTP for you both. I applaud your mom and dad for helping you get outside and continue to enjoy life.

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  21. Katie says she hopes a visit will make the boys smile.

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