A few more pictures taken over the course of the past few days... sometimes the words to go with them don't come easy. Basically a writers block. In this case the block stems from concern for one of the pups. Our boy in Blue is demonstrating some labored breathing. I first noticed it Wednesday when at the Vets office waiting for the pups to have their tails and dew claws done. While laying side by side in my basket his respiratory pattern drew my attention. When I mentioned it to our Vet, she looked closely at him and unfortunately agreed -something seemed a bit off. She listened to his heart and lungs and gave him an all clear there. Then mentioned, as she observed him, the possibility of a diaphragmatic hernia. The only way of knowing would be through X-ray but felt at his age and size, that in itself wasn't really an option. And if confirmed, he's too young to do any type of corrective surgery. Outside of the respiratory irregularity, he didn't appear to be gaining weight as quickly as the others either. I weighed them all again today and my suspicion was confirmed. All pups have gained 8-10 ounces since Monday with the exception of Blue who gained only 4. He's behaving normally- nursing maneuvering etc, and fortunately showing no signs of distress or pain. So now, for now, the only option is to watch and wait. While I naturally worry about the pups in my care, as I would any of my dogs, I also worry about the people waiting in anticipation of them joining their family. And I'm hear to tell you, while I'm probably one of the most transparent breeders you'll ever come across, transparency is at times painful. This is one of those times. I've already spoken with Sandra, who at the time of the pups arrival was happy to hear Remedy came through for her. But now, just a couple days after placing the call that brought happiness I had to make another that brought forth concern and disappointment. Never easy.
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Jordan
11/17/2018 12:57:00 am
Oh no. That is heartbreaking. Hope little boy Blue pulls through okay. 💙
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Debi Cruz
11/17/2018 12:04:20 pm
Me too Jordan! Glad you're still checking in. :-)
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Chrissie
11/17/2018 07:48:14 am
That is so sad that he is struggling to breathe. I hope there is something they can do for him or that he will pull though it. Praying for this little guy.
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Deb
11/17/2018 11:44:44 am
Oh No... I don't want you to think he's struggling Chrissie. He's not. I don't believe in allowing that and wouldn't
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Lisa Poplars
11/18/2018 08:07:46 am
Congratulations Deb on another beautiful litter of pups. You had a rough start but I wish you, mom and the pups great health and happiness for the future . I look forward to watching this litter grow. Phoenix is in his advanced dog classes. He is doing very well, still has a lot of puppy time.
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Deb
11/19/2018 09:49:15 pm
Thank you Lisa!!! Yes, a rough start but things seem to be settling. Glad to hear you and Phoenix are progressing through training. Always great to have a well behaved dog. Good bonding time too! Thanks so much for checking in. And I'm with you... looking forward to watching the pups grow too. 1st litter for both Galtero and Remedy. Exciting!
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Sandra Gray
11/19/2018 09:29:51 pm
Beautiful pictures of the puppies. Looks like Blue and Orange are a couple of snuggle pups. Snuggling with mom or siblings.
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Deb
11/19/2018 09:51:22 pm
Thanks Sandra. And yep, they're all pretty snuggly with each other. Getting used to my snuggles too. :-)
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Sandra Gray
11/19/2018 09:55:53 pm
Still Praying for Blue to recover completely ❤️🙏
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Deb
11/19/2018 10:00:35 pm
Me too Sandra!!! Thank you!
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