Degenerative Myelopathy - Sunny - Amazing Milestone

[Nell Ward]

Today, our wonderful Sunny Bunny turned 9 years old.  When he was 
diagnosed almost 3 years ago, we never thought we would see this day. 
He is noticeably failing.  He falls more and can no longer go down 
normal steps.  I am impressed to watch the ways he has learned to 
compensate for or avoid certain situations.    I am pleased that he 
has been doing especially well the last few days.

One of his favorite games is to carry the toys outside.  My part in 
the game is to bring them back inside.  Some toys are stored in a 
flower pot on the porch.  Others are not supposed to go outside to 
get wet and buggy.  Today (for his birthday) he was allowed to carry 
anything he wanted outside.  He was very proud of himself because he 
knew he was pulling a fast one on his mama.

Both boys got Frosty Paws topped with a strawberry for dessert.  IF 
they tasted it before they inhaled it, I think they both liked it.

My favorite part of Sunny is the wonderful soft fur on top of his 
head and his beautiful eyes.

Happy Birthday, dear friend.  I am glad you came into our lives.

Nell

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Nell and John Ward  -- [EMAIL PROTECTED]
New Bern, North Carolina
Sunshine - 9 y.o. male Bernese Mountain Dog, CGC
Pilgrim - 6 year old male Bernese Mountain Dog CGC/TDI
In memory of Merlin (Berner), Kasey Anne (Aussie), and Sasha (Amer. Eskimo)