Good to hear.
From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Beth Michl Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 8:57 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen Thank you Joan, she is doing well. Her appt got put off till this weekend, due too some emergency, they said I could bring her during the week if she had any changes, but she seems too be doing good. She has a good appetite and drinking allot as the one medication does that. She is peeing all the time!! So should know more after this Saturday. --- On Mon, 4/25/11, Joan Croft <[email protected]> wrote: From: Joan Croft <[email protected]> Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Monday, April 25, 2011, 6:08 PM If the medication is a prescription medication, then you still have to have the prescription from your vet before they can fill it. Natural remedies have been used by many. I tried using some for Dolly’s knee inflammation this past winter, but it didn’t work for her. She may have had more inflammation than the natural remedy. With natural remedies for humans, you have to be so careful because somethings that are good for us and not good for our chis. I do send good wishes for Smidgen! Joan From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of [email protected] Sent: Monday, April 25, 2011 6:02 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen Hi Beth!!! Yes, I am so ridiculously behind reading posts (think I am on too many groups) and sorry to just be responding to what has already occurred. Lots of family affairs to attend to, nothing upsetting, just time consuming and requires my presence kind of stuff. And it's happening again, because today is past the date of little Smidgen's recheck on the 23rd. (I don't know how you do it all; working, taking care of all your adorable chis, tending to your chicks, taking care of home, and if you cook, well, it's a lot to keep up with and I admire your ability to do so much, seems when I was working I seemed to get much more accomplished, funny that, but since my company went out of business 7 years ago, it seems I have taken a very long vacation, lol.) I want a chi yesterday. My husband does not. I took care of a friend's chi for a week and have been smitten over them ever since. He sort of freezes up and stops talking whenever I approach the subject, so not wanting to rock the boat... He feels it does not fit in with our future plans. He wants to move to the southwest in the near future and thinks it will be too difficult to transport our cats AND a dog across the country (he has a point) and do some traveling, and he reminds me how not well (not eating, appearing depressed, etc.) our pets have done in the past when they stayed at our vet's office a couple of times we went out of town. Probably because I am so close to my pets (cats currently) and they are so hugged, kissed, played with, I am sure no one could smother them with as much love, attention as I do. They love me and the feeling is so mutual. You know how we love our furry ones. What a sweet and lovable reaction Vida had to seeing you again. No wonder it touched you so. So cute. It sounds like she will never forget you and still loves you dearly. Chis know who they love and are deeply affectionate towards those. I love your new license plates, so adorable, and wouldn't you love to hear the different comments of people in other cars, some trying to figure out what your plates could possibly mean (ha!) and the ones who know. Funny. I never knew before coming on the group Chihuahuas were shortened to Chis. We've come across some plates that really stump us from time to time but have a lot of fun attempting to figure them out. We live in dreary old uninspiring flat landscaped nothing pretty to look at when driving no jobs no hope Ohio and people are leaving faster than the census bureau can account for them. (Hope I haven't offended anyone who loves living here). Beth, I am so sorry to hear Smidgen's heart is even more enlarged. I know how upsetting that it as when I have learned in the past I had to face loosing one of my babes. They fill my life with so much love and joy it is just so darn hard when you have to reconcile yourself to the fact that they are not going to improve health wise. It's so sweet how Smidgen keeps you close to her. Hoping so much though she will improve. Have you given any more thought to trying that medication online? Usually vets and most doctors discourage people trying alternative methods to improve health, but sometimes when people do anyway, they are wonderfully rewarded. I am all for alternative medicine myself. Lynn In a message dated 4/14/2011 11:28:24 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Lynn, you must have read this post from me a little late. Smidgens appt. was last Saturday, and that is when I found out from the x rays that her heart is very enlarged. She is due to go back for another re check on the 23rd. They will do another x ray to see if the meds have helped, also some blood work. Smidge seems okay, she does want to be near me more. She is eating great and drinking good too. So that is a good sign. Your sister and her hubby are wonderful for saving the little baby. So glad she is doing well! It made me cry when I saw Vida last Saturday. It took her about 15 sec. to remember me, but when she did she went crazy crying and wiggling ! Oh that touched my heart so. I had brought her a tag for her collar, and some chew sticks, she grabbed them and ran off to put them in her bed..LOL So when are you going to get your self a Chi? About a month ago I order personal plates for my car that read CHIMOMY. I can't wait to get them.! What state do you live in? Beth --- On Thu, 4/14/11, [email protected] <[email protected]> wrote: From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Thursday, April 14, 2011, 7:59 AM Hi Beth, Yeah, because he isn't lost anymore. Ori just needed a little adjustment period, time to get his feelings all sorted out in his temporarily confused little mind. It has to be hard for them to be uprooted, Ori twice, poor little guy, and then maybe he was wondering where he would be going next, but then when he discovered, hey, this must be my forever, fun, and I am truly loved here loved home, he felt he could settle in and become his sweet, adorable and true self (how adorable is his high-five trick?, he sounds so lovable). My sister and hubby adopted a beautiful 4-month old baby girl (so wonderful now at age 30 with a family of her own) and she was a mess. She had been in 4 different foster homes in her first 4 months of life and she came to my sis so unhappy. Broken out all over her whole body with a horrible rash, she cried all the time, and 3 months later when she knew for certain she was in her forever home, and feeling totally loved, the rashes went away, the crying stopped. Even though I think dogs adjust somewhat better than humans to such upheaval in their lives, it has to be really tough for them too. Vida, a little pistol, that sounds like a glowing report. Hope so much she is feeling happy too. Oh sure, guess those chicks need time to be become chick-ens, and that is so cute when I read how Dani is mothering the chicks TOO and 'checks' on them. I just had to laugh when I pictured that scenario in my mind. What a gal! (ha) I love brown eggs too, always searching to find them around here, but none could be much fresher than yours will be when you finally start spotting your eggs -- won't that be exciting? I hope so much Smidgen gets a much improved health report on Saturday. I hate to hear when any animals are suffering, it breaks my heart. Ohhh, thank you, wouldn't that be something if we were able to meet each other someday? I would love that too! Lynn In a message dated 4/7/2011 2:27:07 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Hi Lynn, Ori is doing really great!! He doesn't have that lost look anymore. Normally in the morning he just jumps off the end of the bed when I sit up. This morning he came up to me to give me a morning hug! He is a character too, he does this high 5 trick. Dani plays n plays with him, he has to jump up on the chair to get a break from her. I was worried he wouldn't be happy, but now I know he is! I am going to call and check on Vida tonight, I haven't heard from my ex, so hoping that is a good sign that she is fitting in with him and Peanut. I have pictures of her here at my desk to remind me of her. When I spoke to him last week, he said she was a little pistol!! Chickens are doing great, they have been in the coop for over a week now.. Acting like chickens!! Hehe. I buy them Meal worms and take some out each day, and they go crazy for them! Eggs won't be coming till around June/July, when they are 5 to 6 months old. Looking forward to fresh brown eggs! Dani is a mother hen too them too, she is always going out and checking on them.. Smidgen is doing well, I can't wait for her appt on Saturday, I am still worried about her, but she is eating, and drinking allot and peeing allot too, just from the meds.. Lynn thank you for the kind words, you make my day. Wish I could meet you sometime! Beth --- On Thu, 4/7/11, [email protected] <[email protected]> wrote: From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Thursday, April 7, 2011, 10:52 AM Hi Beth, Dani sounds like a really special girl too, doing her part in making Ori feel more (lol) than welcome in his new home. You are so lucky to have such wonderful furry kids, but they didn't get that way all by themselves; you must take credit for them turning out so well balanced. It's so nice to hear that Vida will be able to come back to your home if need be. She is such a little doll in her photos and you mentioned she had a lot of personality. Good luck with all of sweet ones, really hope Smidgen's health is improving daily (and your chickies too, any delicious brown eggs showing up as of yet?) Lynn In a message dated 4/4/2011 11:48:33 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Hi Lynn, Yes Dani loves someone to play with! Ori is getting his fill of her. I didn't speak to my ex at all over the weekend, hoping Vida is doing well with him. I won't be doing any rescue's for a while, with Smidgen's condition I know I will be having more vet bills, and I don't want to take a chance at her or any of them catching anything. I did tell my ex if she doesn't work out, she will always have a home with me.. Beth From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Saturday, April 2, 2011, 6:29 AM That is really cute how Dani is such a playful girl and seems to really love the new arrivals, isn't she the most gracious host (lol). I do think from what you have said, Vida desperately misses you and the fun dynamics going on in your home, any chance she could return? I hope whatever decision is reached, it all works out works out wonderful for everyone involved. Lynn In a message dated 4/1/2011 6:55:47 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: LOL, yes Dani is all over him!! He doesn't know what to think about her!! She loves to play! More pic's too come! Beth --- On Fri, 4/1/11, [email protected] <[email protected]> wrote: From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Friday, April 1, 2011, 3:40 PM Hi Beth....your little Smidge sound so precious and really glad she seems to be improving. Wow, Chassis IS really tiny (but apparently does not know i with her Rottweiler mentality - ha). I have seen since I first asked, the picture you posted of him (very handsome) and Ori has very nice markings. It sounds like he feels has hit the jackpot making it into your happy pack and maybe tickled he is the only guy amongst all the females. Lucky guy in more ways than one. I'm sure many dogs do just fine being a singulardog in their family, but most probably really do enjoy the pack atmosphere of being with others of their own species and who could blame them. Lynn In a message dated 4/1/2011 5:50:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Hi Lynn, Yes my sweet Smidge is on the mend!! Of all my dogs Smidge is the sweetest of them all. She is the one that will go up to visitors, and just a lover.. Chassis is my pistol!! She is a Rottweiler in disguise, all 2.8oz of her!! Ori is a sable, He has a mask with some black, but his paper work says sable. He is a Phalene Pap, his ears stay down and not up like the Chi's. He is a very mellow Pap, as I was reading they can be very active. He has a beautiful coat, very silkie. Funny thing I have had females for so long, I am not use to the water hose yet!!LOL Beth --- On Fri, 4/1/11, [email protected] <[email protected]> wrote: From: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen To: [email protected] Date: Friday, April 1, 2011, 2:22 PM Poor little girl Smidgen. I hope so much she'll come out of this all right and healthy again. Your new little guy sounds adorable. Is he black and white? I don't know much about Papillons, except they always seem so good natured and usually black and white markings. Is that so or am I thinking of another breed? He sounds wonderful and fit in so well and quickly with the rest of the gang. Lynn In a message dated 4/1/2011 2:54:02 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Well I took the day off yesterday to take Chassis and Smidgen in for there teeth cleaning, & shot s. Smidgen couldn't have either done. she has pneumonia and congestional heart failer. The kennel cough went to pneumonia. She has always had a heart mumur. So she is on some strong medication, and next to a vaporizer.. Chassis is all good and 5 teeth less!! & I am 500.00 poorer!! & Smidge still needs her shots and teeth done!!! Yikes. Oh and I have a newbie!! I got a Papillon. He is 3 years old, and he is the perfect dog!! I got him for free!! "its a good thing too, cause I thought I would have some extra money from taxes to buy one, but with Smidge sick, I used it on her. His name is Ori, and he is 3 years old. He is neuterd, micro chipped, house broke! He is so good.. He gets along with the girls. He is very mellow, and he sleeps at the foot of the bed.. I really lucked out with him!! So now I have my Pack. I am happy!!! Poor but happy.. Beth
