Back to the Vet Hospital

Uncle took me to the vet. He stuck me twice. I didn't bite. I feel better after my injections. He also ordered my feel better pills from the vet in New Delhi. That's good news. It's gonna be really cold this weekend. Snow is forecast. That means pain for me. The vet wants me to come back every other day for one shot and once a week for the other. Other than being a pin cushion, I am feeling better. I will be SO glad when my Lady gets home. She booked her ticket today and should get home to me on March 15. She says she is bringing me some surprises! I love surprises. Whenever Lady gets home I always check her bags to see what she brought.
Thanks for thinking of me! Lady and I appreciate the kind comments. They really help us! It's hard to be apart.

It's Too Cold for a Little Dog With Back Issues

Lady called me today. Good thing she didn't call yesterday as she had planned. Yesterday was bad. Christy cried. I just could get my legs to work, and I cried. A lot. Her daddy called my vet. I'm out of feel better pills. He said he can't get them as they are imported. He said to bring me in and he'd help me feel better. So, tomorrow I am going. Lady told him where to get the feel better pills. I can't take them AND have injections too. It's been in the low 20's every night and in the thirties and low 40's during the day. I wouldn't eat yesterday, so today they cooked chicken for me. I feel much better today, and I can walk. How long does winter last, anyway? It makes em ache so. And Lady saw more snow in the forecast. It doesn't stick long, but it is so cold. Aunty told Lady not to worry about me. She does, you know.
At the end of the month my Christy is going to live at her school so she can concentrate on her studies. That stinks. She's my bud. I have been keeping Aunty company though because she has a broken leg. Sure wish my Lady would come home.
I'll let you know how the vet visit goes. Thanks for thinking of me.

Delayed and Detoured

Well, Lady called. She's been delayed from coming come. She is now in another country until she can get back into India. She won't be back until next month. Christy's mom told her not to worry about me. I'm fine. I know she misses me terribly. She said she is busy in her new place. She's staying in a guest house. She's doing the same kind of things she does here, training teachers, and working with kids. She's making new friends, too. I miss my Lady, but I'm okay.

I'm Doxi of the Day!

Guess what! It's my day on Daily Doxi! Just click the link in the column on the right to see my page! Lady and I love this site! We make friends there.
If you have found my blog through The Daily Doxie, welcome! I am currently in India, and my Lady is in Thailand, so I am having help keeping up my posts. Lady calls me twice a week to get updates. Browse my archives to see photos of my life in China. and by the way,
Xi Nian Kuai Le! Happy New Year! It is the Year of the Rabbit.

Hi Friends!

Lady called me again today! She misses me so much. I was so excited to hear her voice! My happy meter was going big time! Christy is helping me with the phone and my post. I'm fine. We hope the snow is finally over. The days have been warmer, so I enjoy my sunshine. The kids are still out of school, but some have to go back soon. Christy's mom, Aunty P. fell and broke her foot. She has a plaster cast on it, so I have been busy taking care of her. She just got it yesterday. She has been gone on a trip. Christy was supposed to go too, but she stayed when she found out I would stay at the Home.
I'm being a very good boy. They all love me here. My back is fine. I was in the most pain when the weather was coldest. It made me ache. I still stay near the heater, or in a sunbeam. Thanks for keeping up with me. My Lady can't come home for another month due to visa issues. She's in Thailand. She bought me many special treats and chew toys! I will enjoy them, but mostly I will enjoy my Lady when she comes home. She calls me a couple of times a week. I enjoy her calls, but then I go and mope by the door. Well, I better get back to taking care of Aunty!

Missing Marley

This is Lady again. I am not going to be able to return this weekend as hoped. Due to visa issues, I have to stay out for longer than I thought. I know Marley is in good hands, but I miss him terribly. It is still very cold there, and more snow coming.

Update on Marley

Talked with Marley and Christie last night. Marley wagged his tail but didn't say much. He still has a bit of a runny nose, but is still fine and staying near the heater. The days are full of sunshine, so he finds a sunbeam in which to bask -his favorite thing to do during the day. He has shredded his Christmas toys, so I guess I better come home with new ones. Hey, he doesn't even know it yet, but he has a new baby cousin! Another male, a Havanese. When I get photos, I will post them! He was born across the street from my parents. I'm sure you'll more about Murdock. Anyway, I may be able to return to my baby this weekend! Having fun, but really missing my baby.

Update on Marley

Hey friends. Talked to Marley this morning. He caught a cold on the snowy day, but is staying warm now and does not have a fever. He is eating well, and taking his feel-better pills. He is not lethargic, and is acting fine. He is enjoying the bright sunshine during the day. He follows Christy everywhere. He enjoyed hearing my voice and tried to talk. He's being a good boy. His back is feeling a little better. Thanks for your kind thoughts and prayers. Can't wait to get back to my baby!

Marley Says Hello

Lady here. Just talked with Marley and Christy. It is SNOWING at home! He does not want to go outside. Christy has to wait until it stops. She said Marley follows her to the bathroom and cries if she leaves him outside the door. She said he is staying warm by the heater. The neighborhood street dogs come by every morning to see him. He's not allowed to play with them, though. Christy said he cries in the crate, but I told her to keep trying so he can get some back rest. He still won't take his feel-better (anti-inflamatory and pain ) pill, even with cheese. He is eating well though.
The forecast is for sun and clouds tomorrow but a high of only 40. It's the very low nighttime temps I worry about.
Thanks for the kind comments. It's encouraging! I read Daily Doxie every day that I can. Thanks for praying for my little guy!

Missing Marley

Lady here. I've got the computer, so Marley can't post. I'm missing Marley, a lot. He's with Christy at the Children's Home, trying to stay warm. I'm where it's warm, trying to stay cool. She's says he is crying when she touches his back, but won't take his pill -even wrapped in cheese. Not good. And, he won't go in his crate. Not good. But he ate all his chicken. And he shredded his new stuffed Christmas tree. She said he's lying in the sun during the day. Hey, some comments would be nice, just to know someone is reading his blog. Marley wants to know.

She Put Me In A Home

Just like the other kids, my mom couldn't take care of me so she put me in a home...for little humans who don't have anyone to care for them. Ha! Just kidding! I'm on vacation, helping out here at Grace Home. Lady saved some chickenMacNuggets for me to have today to make it a little easier for me. We drew some stares as we walked down the street. Little Pearly was carrying my bucket of chow, and Christy struggled to carry my kennel with all my stuff. Lady had to carry me pretty quick this am. I didn't like like it when Lady left me. But my Lady always comes back to me.

Home Again

I'm home! But not for long. As soon as we got home after riding for 5 hours in the taxi, Lady started unpacking and repacking. She is leaving again in the morning. On the way here, her plans for me fell through, and so did her back-up plans. Praise the Lord! She made a call, and I am going to stay with Christy at the Children's Home around the corner! A lot of the kids are gone visiting relatives for the school break. But Christy and Pearly are there. Lady has already packed all my stuff. I will leave before she does, I think. I'd rather be going with her, but she is leaving the country, so I can't go. Thailand quarantines, unless you are just passing through, so I am not going this time. Someone has to take care of those kids, right?

It's a Dog's Life

 Ahhh, nice comforter! I didn't want to getup this morning. I like for Lady to scratch me for a good long while before I get up. I need to get my blood circulating! Tonight is our last night here. We're going home tomorrow. In a car. On Lady's lap. Four hours of getting scratched. If she stops, I just nudge her hand or lick it. That usually works. Of course, it is a very winding road around up the mountain. It's tiring for the humans. The roads aren't great. But I'll be on Lady's lap. That's where I belong.

So, can you see why I prefer the bed? Yes, that's my Pooh rug, and my squeaky tree. Yes, the heater keeps me warm. Yes, it helps my back for me to be still, but no, I don't prefer it. Remember, I'm not a crate-trained dog. I usually only get in there when I fly. Lady says I have been super good this week. She is so proud of me. I'm such a trooper, whatever that means. Well, I didn't bark, pee the bed, poop on the floor, whine in my crate, or bite anybody as we walked by. Maybe that's what she means by good. She gave me Beggin' Bacon Strips. Yum!

Better!

Both of us had a pretty good day. Lady quit making fast trips to the you-know-where, and didn't throw up so far today. She sure is tired after she carries me to take care of business though. So, today it was back in the crate for me. I was quite vocal about it when Lady left me this morning. But when she left again after lunch, I didn't make a peep. I didn't cry from pain, either! I got to have room service last night, and left-overs today. Cliff brought me chicken MacNuggets!
Thanks for thinking of us! Even Grandma and Grandpa called to check on us!

Sick

Not me...I'm fine. Boy am I glad I didn't share any of the spaghetti and salad Lady ate last night! She tried to go to classes this morning but came back in a hurry. Poor Lady! I have been a super sweet boy, not asking for anything. Thank the Lord she had already taken me out this morning before she really got so sick. When she's through getting rid of all the bad food, she'll feel better. She could barely help me write my blog. Now she wants to sleep again...after she gets back from the you-know-where!

Hotel Life

Lady and I are staying in a nice hotel, although the room is pretty small. Lady is taking some Hindi classes. I continued to be home-schooled; I don't go to class. I stay in my crate while Lady goes to class. I don't like it but I don't complain. Lady is SO proud of me. I am getting the rest my back needs, and not complaining. I sure am glad to get out of my box at lunch and after class. Then we go out again, for some fresh air and to take care of business. We spend the whole evening together, just like at home. I have my own blanket, my own rug, and my own dishes. So, it's okay here. I'm walking better and I am not crying.
The hotel people didn't want to clean the room. Lady wondered how they could be afraid of a dog in a Pooh coat INSIDE A CRATE. They finally agreed. She is just thankful they let me stay here. I've been a very good boy. I had chicken Mc Nuggets for dinner. Yum!

New Year, New Adventures!

Happy New Year, my friends -even you humans. I'm starting the new year with a bad back and a new adventure! Lady didn't want to leave me when she went to another city for language classes, so she called the hotel and got permission to bring me. She brought my crate. She says i need crate rest. Oh boy. At least she brought my toys and my blankie and my clothes. It is warmer here than in our city but it is still cold. Our room has a heater, so I am happy. I was fine this morning until after I walked Lady. Then my hind legs just gave out and i cried-loudly, when she picked me up. I did fine on the four hour taxi ride, except when Lady moved me. I like car rides. I sat on my blankie on Lady's lap as we wound around the mountains. It's a rough ride, but I don't get motion sick. We saw lots of humans puking on the side of the road. We saw lots of monkeys, goats, and of course cows. We had clear blue skies most of the way, then we got into clouds, and it was gray.

 Here's my first photo of the new year, at the park with my downstairs neighbors.

 I love just hanging out in the sun, even though it was not even 40 degrees!

 May you have lots of sunbeams in which to bask this year!

Padma likes me. I make her smile.
Let me hear from you, okay?

New Year's Eve

Lady says it is the last day of 2010. This is the year I moved from the south to the north of India. I didn't like New Delhi, but I like where I live now -except when it is cold and wet -like the last three days. It snows, but it doesn't stick. It just melts. Yesterday, it was thundering and lightning. I hate that. Scares a little dog. So, I didn't want to go out to take care of business. Lady put on my raincoat and carried me out. I wouldn't budge, so she took me to the tree to take care of my business, but I didn't finish the deal. Nope, one clap of thunder and I am ready to get back where it's warm.
So, our international guests came back for dinner. The Korean girl stayed all day because she didn't want to go out in the nasty weather either. Smart girl. It was her birthday, so she and Lady decorated the house, made balloon bouquets, and a birthday cake. The Australian, Indian, and American guys came back for dinner. They brought Chinese! I had chicken fried rice, momos, and a piece of chicken tikka. But just as they arrived I had an accident. My hind legs weren't working so well. My guests saw the evidence on my blanket. I was SO embarrassed. I waddled over and hid under the table. Lady didn't scold me, she just cleaned it up. She felt sorry for me, but she reminded me that she tried to take me out. And I didn't ask to go out. It was an accident. My first here. SO embarrassing with guests.

JeeYoung really likes me. She gave me a lot of attention. She spoke Korean to me. I understand Korean because I lived with two Korean boys for six months in 2009. I spent last Christmas with them. JeeYoung left this morning. I got up to see her off, then went back to bed. It's another yucky day, but I took care of business when Lady took me out. It's another bad back day. The roads are treacherous for motorcycles when it is wet and snowy like today, so the guys are not coming. Just me and Lady. We're having veggie burgers and soup for dinner. We're staying near the heaters. Last night the power went off. Hope it doesn't go off tonight! At least there's no thunder or lightning! Praise the Lord for that! Be safe tonight!

More Guests

We had an interesting bunch for dinner tonight: an Australian, an Indian, a Korean, and two Americans. Lady fed them (sort of) Italian food. I really like the Korean girl. She looks Chinese and reminds me of home. She also scratches me in the right spots.
So, I put myself to bed while Lady was getting ready for bed. She laughed and took my picture. I don't know why. Woke me up.

Here's a shot of that baby telling me good-bye.

So, I convinced Lady that I was better. She's still restricting my activity and making me rest my back -and stay warm. And, I get my feel-better pills, hidden in a piece of cheese. Like I don't know! I just like the cheese. Better than getting it shoved down my throat. Its just a little pill, and I only get half. Anyway, it does help me feel better.

Better!

Well, I'm not crying this morning! Lady gave me a feel better pill last night. Yesterday our house guests left so Lady just sat on the floor with me by the heater and we watched movies. She wanted to keep me still and warm, and not leave me. I do much better after I have warmed up and rested. We had lasagna from the freezer for dinner -in the living room. Lady was tired of Indian food and missed traditional Christmas cooking. I am enjoying my Beggin Bacon Strips I got for Christmas, and my new squeaky toys. Lady has to carry me to take care of business, so she's getting a good workout. I might have to go back to the vet today. We'll see how I do. If they give me a steroid shot, I can't take the feel-better pills. Right now they are helping me. Lady doesn't have much faith in the vets here so far. We may have to take a long trip to see another one. I love car rides! And buses, and scooters, and auto rick-shaws, and pedi-cabs... not so much flying because I have to be crated. I just like to go!