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Happy 13th Birthday My Sweet Dakotamarie
Here she is: My sweetheart. She turned 13 yesterday and I have to say-I am super blessed for her friendship every single day. Hard to believe that 13 years ago this little chocolate kiss was born-meant for me I am certain.Attachment 6365 I just hope and pray that every day brings her joy. She's been my best friend for so long-seeing me through life. Lately she's been panting a lot more and I know its summer, so I try to keep her cool. She still wants to go walking every chance she gets however her back end is much weaker. If China bumps into her she can knock her down. I use a frozen pad for her at night and during the day I watch her on camera (if she's within view) while I am at work. Today I see that she is restless-it seems she wants to get up on the bed but she doesn't really try that when I'm not there to help her anymore. She is panting a bit but its not hot today. I think its time to get her back in to the vet to see if we can get her on something to help if there is discomfort...or to at least see if there is ...
I want this to be a happy thread, not full of worry like I usually do lol
Here's to you Dakota-and to our friendship spanning 13 years. People should be like their dogs: loyal and true and grateful. I love you princess and am so thankful for you every day girl.
A few days ago we were at the park and nobody else was there-she was watching some birds and I looked around...unhooked her leash and whispered to her GO! and she ran like the wind. I figured you know I try so hard to keep her safe and from injury in her older years, but honestly who knows how much time any of us have left and if I don't let her do it now her back end will only get worse until she just cant do it anymore. So I let her go and cheered her on. She was faster than I thought she'd be at 13. And so beautiful and free and happy. Then we went into the water and although her back end wavered a bit-she was no worse for the wear. We walked on and enjoyed the evening. Me and my girl. Like we've done for 13 years now.