Mac: 1 Month Update

[jenn D]

Hi everyone. I hope you are all well. Just wanted to update on Mac. He's been with us just about a month. I took him back to our vet for a recheck after his ear, toe, etc infections. It looks like the toe and bum infection has resolved. He hasn't really done a lot of licking the last week. However, his ear infection was so bad, we are still on ear drop anti fungals, and an added wash for 2 more weeks. The vet says she sees about 50% improvement from what it was but we were starting at a really bad infection when we got him.  So we continue the treatment with a new wash and go back in 2 weeks. Vet thinks he may have allergies still and will refer him but wants to wait to see what happens once we get these primary infections run their course. Unfortunately we really talked about his hips and she thinks he may have an issue with the left one. She says no definite diagnosis until an xray which she isn't necessary yet. She started describing options for hip surgeries ranging from full replacement to other partial things but says lets see. We do have him under PetPlan now but not sure how/if it will help once we get to that juncture. I don't know how hard to push for more I ndepth examination at this time. He seems fine but I know dogs don't really show pain. So thoughts would be helpful.

Ive decided based on your comments, Mac just might always "look" sad. He is playing more and goes up to me, my huband and both kids when we enter a room. He seems happy although more laid back than the other doods. Not sure if that is related to age, history, the "honeymoon" phase,  or any pain he may be in.

So my head is spinning.

Here are a few current pictures of Mac. His muzzle is finally beginning to grow out.

Alex, Mac and Grace

The Nimbus Brigade (Mac and Brisby)

[DJ & Chance]

wonderful photos of gentle Mac and his human and furry friends

[Gail and Bailey]

Hugs to big Mac!  Always makes me happy to see pics of your "clan"!

[Robin and Libby Louise]

LOVE that last photo - he's very happy!  And your kids are beautiful.  I think Mac just has a different look than the rest of your pack.  Libby never looks really smiley - she has more of a soulful (bordering on pathetic) look.  I think they're all just unique.  I'm sure Mac is learning what it's like to be loved and happy and you'll see more of those smiles even if it's not 100 per cent of the time.  :)