It's that time of year again. Katie went in for her annual physical to keep her certification as a therapy dog. This year we did a 'twofer'. Kasey had his initial physical as well. They were both tested for heart worm, received their new supply of preventive meds, and their shots are all up to date.
Katie's showing signs of aging (she's 11 years old now) but is still perfectly healthy all things considered. She's slowing down, so am I. She's not as patient, me neither. Her activity level is way down, mine too. She does have a heart murmur that is stronger than it was and bears watching but no coughing at night, so not to worry - yet. She's dropped a few pounds, wish I could say that, but when Kasey isn't stressing her out, he has her a little more active than she was. And more activity, less weight, and a slimmer physique equal less strain on the heart ... all good things.
Kasey is everything a little guy his age (a year this month) should be. His heart is good, everything is sound. His metabolism is right up there and he gets to increase his intake of food by a 1/2 cup a day to bring his weight up a couple of pounds. He got his rabies shot today and now he can get his license just like the big dogs.
While not inexpensive, peace of mind in never inexpensive, all in all it was a very good day ... for them, for me, and I dare say, for the vet!
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