Baby Love was born in an animal shelter on July 7, 2007, her mom Amber was a stray who had been picked up a few days before. Baby Love was one of 9 puppies.
Different
Soon we realized she was different from the others. She was always by herself and not in the puppy huddle. So we started bottle feeding her and keeping a careful eye on her.
Going Home
At 4 weeks old she contracted both ringworm and kennel cough so I took her home and nursed her back to health. She was also physically and mentally behind the others so it was the best for her.
Blossoming
Though still sick, Baby Love thrived in her new enviroment. She had lots of affection and constant feedings. She blossomed, and a day or two after arriving at the house she was a new dog. She was happy and ready to start exploring the world.
Blindness
She took on the world one bunny hop at a time. I soon realized there was more wrong with Baby Love than we thought. She was blind!
Growing
Baby Love continued to grow, and after some research we discovered that she most likely had Hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain). There was a newspaer article written about her, and we started a fundraising drive for tests and treatment.
MRI
The day came and she had an MRI, which confirmed she had Hydrocephalus.
Surgery
Thanks to donations, Baby Love had surgery to try and correct her condition.
Success
The sugery was a success, though she did not gain sight she became a much happier dog, her motor skills were great and she had a thirst for life I'd never seen before.
Everyday Life
She loved to run, bunny hop, explore and find mischief.
Summer
Summer came around again and she was the best she'd ever been. She loved the other dogs and our special cuddle time in the evenings.
Signs of Trouble
Around Memorial Day of 2008 ahe started having some issues. We soon discovered her shunt installed in her body to assist with the excess fluid development - had stopped working.
The End
Thanks to donations she had a second surgery. She did not recover well, and a week later she passed away. Just 2 weeks short of her 1st birthday. Baby Love has well wishes from all over the world who followed her story. I thanks them all!
The summer has been busy and we have not posted in a long time. Mom is back to college full time and working. The little time she has she spends with us at the park or lake or playing in the back yard. Here are some pics from our summer so far.
Oh ya water. Now that is the ticket. Anytime there is water pups are happy.. So what is Mom back to school for? We haven't heard from you in a while.. Give us the scoop.....
We haven't heard from you in a while.. Mom just won a contest and requested the the donation go to Justin Animal Shelter. It isn't much but we are sure every little bit helps.. So what are you going to school for? Vet?
This is what I love to look at on a gray and rainy November day, to start me dreaming of Summer time again... - - - - - - - - Jack@PDB dog beds and more
7 comments:
It looks like summer agrees with you guys!!
I see FUN and GOOD TIMES!
Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra
Oh ya water. Now that is the ticket. Anytime there is water pups are happy..
So what is Mom back to school for? We haven't heard from you in a while.. Give us the scoop.....
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus, Louie and Callie
You look like you are having a fun summer. That's the important thing.
Deefor
Looks like the two long haired ladies got a Summer cut. Looking great guys & I bet you feel great too!
Smoochies,
The Solid Gold Dancer is BACK home!
We haven't heard from you in a while..
Mom just won a contest and requested the the donation go to Justin Animal Shelter. It isn't much but we are sure every little bit helps..
So what are you going to school for? Vet?
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus, Louie and Callie
This is what I love to look at on a gray and rainy November day, to start me dreaming of Summer time again...
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Jack@PDB
dog beds and more
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