This is Sophie as she looks this morning, with a pink tongue. I didn't take any pics when she was at her sickest, when her tongue was yellow and she could barely open her eyes. But if you had seen her then and now, you'd think she was well. She isn't. She has a long way to go. But she is definitely going in the right direction.
She spent the night at home last night for the first time since Saturday night, when she almost died. She slept all night, tooks her meds without any problem, but wouldn't eat very much. On our way home yesterday everning, we drove by a few friends' houses in the neighborhood. They must have been watching for us, because Gene, Maria, Bob, and Mary Beth all rushed out to the car to see Sophie. She was so happy to see them, and actually ran for a few feet to meet Maria and Gene. It was a joyous reunion, with a few tears shed, of course.
Later in the evening, Lori dropped by to see our girl. Sophie was really glad to see her too; I think I saw Soph give Lori a tongue kiss on the chin. We are so blessed to have friends that love our dog and pray for her, who share our joys and sorrows over her. I don't think we could make it through all this without them.
But this morning, it was back to Dr. Rachel's place so that Soph can be monitored and treated all day. Then, we think, she'll get to come back home for the night. She really, really, REALLY, didn't want to stay. When Vann turned onto the street where the clinic is, she started getting antsy. And when it was time to take her back to the treatment room, she really balked. That's a great sign, her wanting to go home. But it tears at your heartstrings nonetheless. It was so hard to leave her with her virtually begging us to take her home.
This is Cher Bear, one of the clinic cats at Dr. Rachel's. She loves to hide behind the dog food displays so she can check out everyone who comes through the door.
Although Sophie's numbers aren't where we want them to be, and another transfusion remains a possibility, we saw hope in Dr. Rachel's face yesterday evening for the first time. She told us that every day that Sophie does as well as she's doing right now it a mark in her favor.
Thanks so much to all of you who are sending us and Sophie good thoughts and prayers for healing. Please keep helping our Rainbow Warrior fight the fight.
Cher plays receptionist when she isn't guarding the door.
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On 04/12/2007, Diane said ...
I was glad to read some better news about the pooch. As you say, she looks good in her perky pose. Sounds like you have a vet you can work with. Give Sophie lots of hugs for me.
On 04/12/2007, Diane said ...
I was glad to read some better news about the pooch. As you say, she looks good in her perky pose. Sounds like you have a vet you can work with. Give Sophie lots of hugs for me.
On 04/12/2007, Terri said ...
Well Sophie's pink tongue sounds like great news! Glad to hear she's improving.
On 04/12/2007, Lori said ...
She certainly looks like she is feeling better! I am very glad to hear it.
On 04/13/2007, Rian said ...
Yay Sophie! Welcome back to the living!
Great photo of Sophie and Vann at the vet's door.
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