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I ask myself every day.....what would any of us do without Fritz? Such a good little caretaker and smart little guy. As I always say, I love the smiles he puts on Papa's face. Even on the worst of days, our pets always make us smile. They're just the best little companions in the world. Fritz is a great example of that!! You look adorable little man!! :D
http://www.imagebee.org/images/5406gazeyguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/36standupguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/2428blankyguy.JPG fritz gazing out the front window,Fritz standing with his front legs on the arm of the chair and covered up with his blue blanket.He is now in ther front window laying down,candle on.Apparently last night Fritz got out of bed,got mom's scarf,maybe took a chill.Larry made up another cushion to make it easier to get up off the couch,it would be that much easier if he used the recliner,it is higher up.
The second pic looks like Fritz is keeping his eyes on the neighborhood. I see you still have snow on the ground Barry. Great pictures!! :)
I LOVE this picture! The lighting is just beautiful and Fritz is his usual handsome self checking out the neighborhood. :)
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http://www.imagebee.org/images/6532lazybones.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/5090cerealguy.JPG Fritz having a lazy snooze with dad this morning and having some cereal.Fritz was sent to hi sown bed last night.Two or three times,he got out of their bed and was barking and Mom woke me up at 25 after 11 to get him and I gave him to her and she put in his cage and he was quiet after that.Then at 10 after 2,dad was getting up to go the washroom,his legs gave out and i had to gert up and help Mom get him up.Got him up,it is a struggle,he can't help much,I had to do the lifting.The reason he is losing weight is the iron pills he is taking,a friend of Mom took the same things and she lost weight,so mom will try to get dad off of them.Last I saw Fritz,he was at the end of the couch,Dad at the other.
Yum! Breakfast looks yummy this morning Fritz!
Looks like you're doing a great job of keeping Dad warm Fritz!
You look mahvelous Fritz!! You're such a cute little boy!!
I'm sorry your Dad fell, Barry. How scary. How did you find out that the iron is making your Dad lose weight? I take large doses of iron for anemia and it doesn't affect my weight at all. To be on the safe side, I would check with his doctor before stopping it. He may need it to prevent other problems. Low iron can really zap his energy level. Have you guys tried giving him some of those shakes like Ensure? They supplement lost nutrients. We gave those to my Grandmother and she did great with them. Sorry I don't know the names of the ones that are on the market now. I know that's the one we gave her 15 years ago and I think those are still available. I'm sorry you all are having such a hard time. :(
Batteries on the camera went, had a pack of four and the camera needs two of them aty a time the two only lasted 2 days each time,so by this afternoon should have batteries.dad had to crawl to the bedroom,I guess the fall hurt him a bit,though we could get him up on his feet during the day,at night he just didn't have any strength.no problems during the night,fritz slept in his own cage.Mom wanted me to pick him up off her so she could get up out of her chair,Fritz growled at me,did the same this morning when dad wanted to be moved over the the recliner where he is now,Fritz I think is in the window.We had some trouble getting dad there,so mom called Larry,but before he come ,we had got him the chair.If it doesn't get better soon,Mom is going to get some help,getting a little too much,dad is a dead weight to lift, when he can't help us.Dad drinks Ensure every day so he is getting what he needs from that.There might be some snow coming ,hard to say,any here from an inch to 4 so who knows,it better hold off i have a game to go to tonight and i haven't missed a game in over 3 years.has the apointment in toronto on tuesday,hope it goes well,it is always a chore getting him ready to go and getting him dressed.
Unfortunately, it may be getting too much for sure, Barry. That lifting will take a toll on all of you. My heart breaks daily for you and the family. I'm glad your Dad is drinking Ensure. It's so good for him. It will give him extra needed nutrients. Give Fritz some kisses from us and take care. We'll look forward to more pictures when you get batteries. :)
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Originally Posted by Daisy and Delilah
Ditto for me Barry~ :o
http://www.imagebee.org/images/492beggyman.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/8920grinnyguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/5654fritznlarry.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/760upsydown.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/7912noser.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/5692myguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/8910kissy1.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/3558kissy2.JPG Here are some new shots of Fritz today.Fritz begging for a snack from Dad,dad is grinning,Fritz on dad's lap,Fritz is grinning,Fritz on Larry's lap,they came for a visit,gave us a Dr. Scholl's foot massager,mainly for dad,but mom and me too.Taffy sleeping upside down,Fritz has his nose buried between dad's legs,Fritz snoozing in the window,is now in his cage for the night,Fritz attemting to kiss Taffy second he is kissing.Actually got lot of licks in,got these two.We had friends visit,Fritz warmed up to them,especially the lasy when layed right beside her on the couch.dad wasn't too bad,he gets mad at me and mom it seems more than he does with Marlene and Larry.he has been in bed since around 6 when mom took me to the game not a good result,eagles lost 5-4 to Kingston in the foorst gasme of the second round series,next game is in Kingston ,tomorrow,her eon Wednesday and back there on Thursday.Started snowing and blowing here at quarter to 9,maybe an inch,better the 6 they were saying earlier.
Everyone looks great in the new pictures. What cute pics of you and Taffy wearing your bandanas, Fritz. What a nice boy you are, giving her a kiss. You know how to put smiles on everyone's faces buddy!! Looks like you've already got some snow on the ground. Maybe you won't get too much more. Stay warm you guys!! :D :) :D
http://www.imagebee.org/images/7853zonkeyguy.JPG Fritz zonked right out next to dad this morning,mom having coffee.Fritz has had all breakfast from everybody.He was laying with dad,then dad decided he had to go the bathroom and after a couple of minutes,Fritz come running checking dad out,then grabbed a piece of kleenex,got it from him,before that he ahd grabbed the radio remote and had to get it from him from under the dining room table.it is strange that he hollers at us when we are trying to help,with Larry here yesterday he didn't.He has said he appreciates out help,i wish he would keep appreciating it and not yell at us,it gets hard on us.
http://www.imagebee.org/images/7853zonkeyguy.JPG Fritz zonked right out next to dad this morning,mom having coffee.Fritz has had all breakfast from everybody.He was laying with dad,then dad decided he had to go the bathroom and after a couple of minutes,Fritz come running checking dad out,then grabbed a piece of kleenex,got it from him,before that he ahd grabbed the radio remote and had to get it from him from under the dining room table.it is strange that he hollers at us when we are trying to help,with Larry here yesterday he didn't.He has said he appreciates out help,i wish he would keep appreciating it and not yell at us,it gets hard on us.
There you are Fritz. All tuckered out after all that busyness. What a busy boy you are. It's all you can do to keep up with the family's belongings. Especially the radio remote. What will you grab next, cutie pie?? You're so funny.
Barry, I think it's always the people that we're closest to that we tend to take our anger out on. If that makes sense. It's not that we don't appreciate those people, it's just because those people that are closer are always there during our weaker moments. It's hard to explain. We just seem to feel more comfortable with the people we communicate with most of the time so it's easier to "let go" on them.
I'm pretty sure your Dad appreciates you and your Mom alot. He just has some agitation stemming from his illness. I'm sorry it's so hard on you.
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http://www.imagebee.org/images/1163shinyguy.JPG Fritz on the back of the chair.Lights shining behind him,he didn't like the camera flash and closed his eyes.He is now under the couch snoozing.Dad seems better today.He can lift his legs better and get off the couch easier with our help.Dad has even thanked me for helping him makes me feel better.Goes to Sunnybrook in Toronto, for tests,that will be half the day.Mom stopped giving the Iron pills, weren't helping him,feeling better and eating pretty well,had scrambled eggs,cut up wieners and macaroni salad.
You look so adorable Fritz!!
I'm glad to hear the encouraging news about your Dad, Barry. I know he really appreciates everything you do for him. :)
http://www.imagebee.org/images/5151outyguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/518zonkyfella.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/7818cozyblankey.JPG Fritz outside this morning in the snow,he is in the doorway of the gazebo,kind of hard to see him,Fritz stretched out in front of dad and Fritz having a cozy nap on the blanket.I went and let Fritz out of his cage,he went right to dad and cuddled next to him.had all his breakfast,had to feed him the toast by hand.Dad is off to Sunnybrook,Taffy is here in the chair next to me,Fritz up in the window,just been barking at two ladies walking down the street that shouldn't be around.I think Fritz had been chasing her and she come down here to get away from him.Dad is fine as can be,hasn't got mad at all,so hope thst is a good sign he is feeling a little better.
Hi Fritz! You look smashing, what a life you have. Someone even folded that blanket to make a nice pillow for you to rest. I think you are doing wonders to keep Barry's Poppa feeling well, good for you Fritz!
http://www.imagebee.org/images/2108windowguy.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/4625snuzytaffy.JPG Fritz snoozing in the front window this morning anfd Taffy on the bed.it would ahve been a long day for her to stay home alone,so she is here.Fritz stays in the window or he is outside,Taffy has been down on a chair downstairs or on the bed.Fritz is up on the couch,Taffy was come down here in the rec room and is having a drink.She is now sitting out in the barroom by the cellar door.
Oh how nice Fritzie!! Taffy got to visit again. What a good boy you are, being the perfect host and letting Taffy have a bed all to herself! :) You both look pretty cute ;)
http://www.imagebee.org/images/7614peering.JPG Fritz peering out the window this afternoon.Fritz and Taffy behaved themselves,sometimes you would never know there were two dogs in the house,Fritz would bark at the odd person going by,other than that ,it was quiet sailing.It was a long day at Sunnybrook,saw all kinds of doctors,didn't do anything,goes back at the end of May.He hasn't been too bad today,a couple of times,he would raise his voice,other than that ,no problem.Supposed to have an MRI at some time,hospital hasn't phoned as to when it is.
Were you at that window all day long, Fritz? :)
Are you just watching the snow Fritz? You really love that window don't you? Such a cute little man!! :D I'm glad you and Taffy got along.
I'm hoping that MRI is helpful to your Dad, Barry.
http://www.imagebee.org/images/1983lappyboy.JPG Fritz on dad's lap this morning.Goes right there after waking up.Had his breakfast,i had to feed him the toast by hand or he doesn't eat it.Probably gone back there now.Dad is fine,arm was hurting a bit,mom wanted to him to take an Advil,he said he can sleep great without Advil.Fritz is to get groomed tomorrow but there is another storm headed this way from Colorado,might be snow in the morning or i heard somewhere else it is to be later tomorrow afternoon,so will have to see on it.Supposed to be freezing rain and ice pellets with it,I prefer just the snow,makes it harder to shovel with the freezing rain and ice pellets.
There's Fritz with his Papa!! What a great little boy! Be good tomorrow and have fun at the groomer. Daisy and Delilah are going shortly to get their nails done. Can't wait to see you after the visit Fritzie!! Please give my best to the family, Barry, and be careful out there shoveling.
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Great pictures, Barry!! I love the one of Fritz hanging his little feet off the couch. How adorable!!
I'm glad you and your Dad got things worked out, Barry. I think your Dad is having a hard time understanding why he isn't the person he used to be. Seeing himself probably brought that to mind. I'm sure he loves you very much and didn't mean to hurt you. I'm sorry it happened but crying always makes us feel better somehow. Emotions are running high at your house. It's good to know that you're both on the same page now.
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I love seeing Fritz and his family. :)
http://www.imagebee.org/images/1559wandering.JPG Fritz out on an early morning wander around the patio.better do that now, there is to be snow,freezing rain,ice pellets and rain overnight.Fritz's grooming appointment was changed to tomorrow at 12:30 due to the bad weather today.After what happened with dad ripping up a picture,thought it best not take one of him in it,don't want a repeat performance of yesterday.Hopefully at some point,he will change his mind.Fritz is right next to him keeping company.Fritz was in dad's spot on the couch,Mom was bringing dad back from the washroom,Fritz growled,got him moved finally,wasn't easy.
http://www.imagebee.org/images/7381legnap.JPG Mom had me get this one of Fritz on top of Dad's legs.He got there by himself.He now has his head resting over dad's legs now.
Brrrrr!!! It sounds like it's going to be pretty chilly there today you guys. Stay warm. Keep Papa warm Fritz!! I love both of those pictures. The first one is all in blue with Fritz in the middle. Very nice :)
Fritz: You look like you've already been to the groomer. Daisy didn't like going to the groomer yesterday. It was a mini nightmare. I guess I need to break down and start doing her nails myself :( I told her she should love the groomer like Fritz does but she wouldn't smile :)
http://www.imagebee.org/images/6484upclose.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/6478relaxed.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/5484relaxyfella.JPG Up close look at Fritz in the window,Fritz cuddled right up to Dad,mom right there and Fritz still looking relaxed with Dad while Mom is on the phone.Dad would go to lay down on the couch,Fritz would get down out of the window and curl up with dad.Dad didn't want laying on his legs,so Fritz cuddled in like in the pictures.dad then wanted to go the bedroom to lay down,wanted Fritz to come and sleep,but Fritz heard a neighbor next door and wouldn't stay with Dad.the snow has started,about 2 inches before it changes to freezing rain and then straight rain after midnight .This storm extends as far south as the middle of Florida,right through to the Gulf of Mexico.The power may go out due to high wind and freezing rain,so if I am not on here,that may be why.
I really enjoyed seeing Fritz settling down and relaxing on the couch with Mom and Dad. He's really such a comfort to everyone .
While I don't get as much Pet Talk time lately, I often think of you and your Parents~ What you could use is some more Sunshine :cool: !!!!!
I hope you don't have any power outages to deal with.
http://www.imagebee.org/images/4228cozyup.JPG http://www.imagebee.org/images/6536snowstorm.JPG Fritz cozying up to Mom in the recliner and a picture of the snow we are getting here.Next is freezing rain and overnight changing to rain.Mom feels dad is not as strong today,going to Sunnybrook on Tuesday tired him out.Dad wanted to talk to larry on the phone,then he gets mad that Larry can't understand him ,we all can't,then wanted to talk to Marlene.Larry has really helped dad out,driving to Toronto getting a wheelchair and other things to make it easier.Larry was here today,dad said he felt useless as he can't do the things he used to do,Larry told him he wasn't useless..My nephew Jason phoned today and asked how dad was and they are coming sometime soon.He also said tht their dog, Austin,a Golden Retriever is starting to limp on on leg.Had blood work done,$200 worth.He is 10 same as Taffy and if anything hapened to him,they would get another one.
It's a good idea to cozy up to everybody in the house Fritz!! It really looks cold out there. Great pictures of everybody, Barry. Stay warm :) I wonder if Fritz will even be able to go to the groomer on Friday. We're expecting some rain here later.
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Wow, You are receiving a bit of snowy weather tonite!!! :eek: And you say that you're due for freezing rain, then all rain?
You got hit a bit harder than we did, as we received a scant layer of freezing rain earlier in the morning, then, Thunderstorms this afternoon. Wild weather, huh!!!
It's wonderful to know that you and Mom have a family member who will offer their time and patience. Larry is a Saint for assisting in such a way.
While I do know how frantic some moments can be, in all honesty, I can tell that your Dad worries and cares for his family every bit as much as he ever has~ which only adds to his frustration. :(
If only the Sun were shining and everyone could go outside for a change of scenery. I bet Fritz would like that too!!! :cool:
http://www.imagebee.org/ images/184sleepydog.JPG Fritz snoozing in the chair this morning.I had to sit in the recliner to have breakfast,Soon after he come over and begged for cereal,had some porridge of dad's and i fed him some toast.Fritz was slipping and sliding out on the patio,had freezing rain overnight and rain this morning.Did our snow last night before it got waterlogged like today as I had to do three neighbor's driveways.Water is layin gin spots,litle tree limbs are down,another 3 quarters of an inch of wet snow supposedly this afternoon.Fritz has his grooming appointment at 12:30,lookslike it is getting better,seeing some blue sky.dad has been worried about me,where i was,I had been out on snow and then about changing into dry clothes.
Morning Fritz!
You're looking cute as ever! All snuggley on your chair!