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Dear Diary,
Yesterday [Australian time that is: 23rd of December] was my 14th birthday! Yipee! :D My Mummy was so excited for me!
It's been a hard year this year, with my infection and all but I'm as healthy as a horse now. I recently went to the vet for a check-up and he said all my organs are working properly and no sign of that nasty infection I got earlier this year.
I was simply pampered yesterday! I got taken for a long walk, then I was given bath [I didn't really like that bit but anyway!], brushed until dried and then.... I was given a cake! Yummy! It had two layers!!! AND then I had a nap. :)
It was a fantastic day and I hope I have many birthdays to come! :D
Hey pups and pals!
Update on my condition: I went to the Vet yesterday and the Vet said I have 100% recovered! YAY! However the vet says this ear infection may come back but I will fight it again and I will recover like last time.
So that is fantastic news! :)
Unfortunately, my family has noticed that I have become extremely deaf after the infection. We think the ear infection has burst my ear drum. I won't respond to anything unless I'm touched (and I jump when someone does. Like I didn't know they were there).
Thank you again to everyone who has been so kind over these few weeks! You guys are awesome!
Update:
26th of May
This morning, we helped Digger to walk (by using supports for his legs) around the backyard. He seemed like he wanted to walk but was a little confused on how to do it. He does have a bit of a bladder infection because as he can't walk, he can't go to the bathroom in a comfortable way (so he has to pee himself which has caused the infection). But he is on medicine for that.
His head is still titled in an awkward manner which is making it hard for him to eat. We are currently hand-feeding him meals.
We are taking Digger to the vet again on Thursday for more blood tests etc. Maybe on Thursday we will find out what's causing all the trouble.
He seems to be recovering which is absolutely wonderful but we have to keep our eyes out for any decrease in progress.
28th of May
Fantastic news! Digger is picking up miraculously.
Today, Digger stood up by himself! He is trying to walk around more and more which is wonderful.
We went to the vet and she said he is making the right progress. The vet said Digger was suffering from Idiopathic which is a fancy word for "unknown cause". But the vet said she was thinking the ear infection was the cause of Digger’s pain and stumbling.
He will be fully recovered in a week or so. He'll come out of this with only a slight head tilt and a shaved leg.
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I want to thank you all for your prayers,support,love,kindness and hugs. The power of the paw is an amazing thing. Your words and support has moved Mum to tears so thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. I'm absolutely overjoyed that Digger is getting better and I want to thank you for helping me get through the journey of 'dog-owner' worry. You are beautiful people.
From the bottom of our hearts♥,
thank you!
*huggles*
Digger's Family