Boris is home

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

I am posting this picture of Boris so you can understand how sad I am now. I am very happy that he is home and he is wagging his tail lots though he is disorientated and sleepy. Riley has been very gentle with him and is just lying near him. For now I am beside him as his crate is too small and the super size one hasn't arrived yet. He is very happy to be home and enjoyed his food. He has pain killers and Rimadyl to take and the 15 staples in each shoulder come out in ten days time.  The vet surgeon told me there were two large lesions one on each shoulder that he removed and that the left joint showed evidence of mild synovitis (inflammation within the joint) The sad part of all this is that Boris is now likely (vets words) to develop osteoarthritis in both shoulders and slowing down the progression of this is what we will now have to manage carefully. He said that free running is not advised so no chasing a ball or running free in the fields with Riley. The rehab will be slow. He is on crate rest for six weeks followed be carefully managed rehabilitation which will probably include hydrotherapy. I sent this photo to the breeder along with the notes from the vet and asked her to do the right thing and not bring any more puppies into the world that could possibly have to go through this again. To say that I am sad is an understatement but I am so happy to have him home where he is happily asleep on his memory foam bed in my bedroom. I will sleep beside him for tonight as his crate is too small and an extra super size one that I ordered should arrive tomorrow. 

I have posted on FB as I want the world to know about this and am hoping that the breeder will get the message loud and clear.  DK friends have and continue to be a tremendous support and help to me as I help Boris with his recovery and get my own head around all of this.

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

awww, poor baby, and poor you. So nice to have him home tho and have the surgery behind him. im sure he was a frightening sight when you first saw him, but the site will heal nicely im sure with your good nursing care. He is so lucky to have you!! I might suggest that when he is feeling up to it, that you just cut the rest of his hair off so that he doesn;t matt while he is lying around so much. Having to brush him might be more uncomfortable until he's well healed. If youre up to doing it yourself that is. No groomers for awhile. Wish I was closer, I would come do it for him.

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

I can clip him shorter myself, thanks for the advice. I will wait until the stitches come out and do it. You are right..I don't want to stress him by constant brushing and grooming. Shorter it will be for a while but it's only hair, it will grow again. 

[Ronna, Murphy & Wilson]

That poor sweet baby.  You and Boris continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.  Please let us know if you get any response from your breeder.  Boris is so very lucky to have you for his mom.  Hugs to you both.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I'm glad he's home with you, but I'm so sorry you are both going through this. I hope his recovery goes perfectly.

As long as he has you, Nicky, he has everything he will ever need, and he'll continue to be a very happy dog. 

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

So happy he is home where he belongs. Let the healing begin!
Take one day at a time...breathe....Boris is so blessed to have you at his side. (( gentle hugs))

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

I am saddened to see him like this too Nicky. Poor baby. He's young and will heal and recover quickly, especially with your loving care. So glad he is home with you now. Try to stay positive you know how sensitive these babies are and that will help him too. Sending positive thoughts your way!

[Hazel & Chester Wayte]

Glad he is home..I've been thinking of the poor little guy. Amazing that Riley..is being gentle with him too.. they just know.

I would be lying with him too. I think once he recovers from this surgery you will be able to come up with new routines.

It is a lot of information in a short time to take in. I agree with the others- he is very lucky to have you. Doodle Hugs.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Oh, so sad to see and so glad he is home. Is the no free running during his rehab time of forever?  Sure hoping it's the former. Well in case we ever wondered what a really naked doodle would look like we now have half the answer : (

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

F. You are making me smile here :) the sad thing is that it's forever. I don't even know whether he can go to Day Care again either. I am going to ask the girls who mind him there whether they can prevent rough play. I'd hate for him not to be able to play again free. He is on the floor beside me right now. He's very comfy and fast asleep.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Maybe when he is done with rehab things can be reevaluated. Give it time and we will all hope with you. 

[Carol and Banjo]

Awww Nicky….sending you a big hug…and a very gentle hug to Boris.   Praying for a smooth recovery for the sweet guy.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Oh poor baby! Glad he is home where he belongs and can get lots of TLC. He is in the best of hands.