"The Queen" needs our help - A Sad Update

[BG and Gavin]

Some of  you may recall my discussion concerning Gavin and our cottage neighbour's bichon who I refer to as "the queen." http://www.doodlekisses.com/forum/topics/dog-introduction-need-advi...  anyway - the queen needs our help.  She just came back from the vet.  She is 10 years old, overweight, borderline diabetic, lethargic, is not getting any exercise and her dad is worried about her.  Her dad is older and has back problems, but I have offered to get her started on an exercise program and a better diet.  He is currently feeding her Iams Senior.  I told him I know we can do better and so have come to you all for advice on a food.  Any input for this age group and problem would be greatly appreciated.

 

Update:  On Sept 18, the Queen (aka Scooter) had to be euthanized.  I am afraid I was too late in my efforts to help her be a more healthy dog.  She actually went down hill pretty fast in the last couple of weeks.  She lost control of her functions, had gone blind; she had diabetes.  We will miss her, she was a really great dog.  Her dad is grieving heavily.  Please everyone make sure that you are feeding your dogs appropriate food/amounts and giving them plenty of exercise.  RIP dear Scooter.

 

[BG and Gavin]

Okay, we didn't go to the cottage this weekend due to Gavin's poor condition, but I was able to talk to our neighbour. The Queen has not been well and I was worried about the Iam's recall since that is what she has been eating. My neighbour said money was not an issue and he would go where ever needed to buy food. So I called the local teeny tiny pet food store to see what they had on hand. We settled on Chicken Soup Senior. He kindly offered to give my elderly neighbour 10% off, which was really nice. My neighbour is picking it up tomorrow. He is also under strict instruction to only give fruit and veggie treats as recommended by you doodlers. I thank you and the Queen thanks you!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Please keep us posted on how she does. The CS Senior food is a million times better than what she was getting before. Also, make sure he understands that she needs to be encouraged to drink lots of water.
It's so nice of you to do so much trying to help Her Highness! I think the Queen should be thanking you!

[BG and Gavin]

lol I will be sure to tell him about the water and I did remind him to measure her protions exactly with a measuring cup!

[BG and Gavin]

Please see above for a sad update on this story.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I'm so sorry. You tried so hard to help them both. The Queen is running free at the Bridge now, young and healthy and feeling no pain. Hugs to you, and to her dad.

[Leslie and Halas]

I'm so sorry. Hugs to everyone.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Sorry to hear this news. But really, I don't think there was much you could do Although it was good of you to try.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I am so sorry. We just had to put down our sweet old lab mix so I know just how your neighbor is feeling. Please express our condolences.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Oh Nancy, I think I missed this sad news. I did know your dog was failing. So very sorry.

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

That is so sad - you did what you could to help. Hugs.