Another update on Rocky, the sick rottie

[lv4dogs]

How has Rocky been lately? I've been thinking about Rocky often and keeping my eyes open for an update. I hope all is well. hugs

[caseysmom]

He definetely looks like he feels a lot better, I am happy for you and your family.

[Kirsten]

Yes, he's still doing fine, much better than we all expected after we heard the diagnosis, and after he felt so ill at Christmas! Thanks for thinking about him!

He may soon get a little sister or brother, as my parents had actually planned to adopt a rottie pup, but now they are uncertain because of possible restrictions due to the bird flu.

Kirsten

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

what a beautiful rottie! Is there no way at all to operate him? I'm so sorry to know that he is sick.....

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Ooooh, poor mister Rocky. It's always nice to read up on that sweet ole' boy, Rocky. I am very glad to hear that he's doing well at the moment.... and I really hope that it stays that way Big hugs to you, handsome man!

[Alysser]

Glad to hears he's doign so well! What a remarkable recovery!

[luvofallhorses]

I'm so glad to hear he's doing better.

[senorita02]

Oh i am sooo glad to hear that, i have thought of him, and im glad to hear his update, he is such a beautiful Rottie boy!

[K9karen]

The difference is remarkable! He looks so alert and healthy. I hope he continues doing well. Miracles do happen. Love sure is the best medicine, isn't it?

[anna_66]

Now how did I miss this thread the first time around? I have often wondered how he was doing and I'm more than happy to hear he's doing so well. At least they are all having some good times together as the time grows nearer. I do hope he continues to feel good

[Kirsten]

Thank you everyone, for caring so much about Rocky!

He's still doing fine, even though my mother told me yesterday that he sometimes seems to "slip" now. Well, his hip bones and spine are not in the very best condition, even though he seems to cope very well.

Is there no way at all to operate him?

Well, their vet said he wouldn't like to do it on a dog of Rocky's age and condition, apparently there's a high risk.

Sometimes it makes one feel better to know that the pup got to meet the older dog before the older one passed away. He/she will need the Rocky seal of approval.

Well, that could be, yes. And Reinhold (mom's fiancé) thinks it's easier for the pup to grow up with another dog as a "role model". He made good experiences in the past, when Rocky was young.

Kirsten