Thursday, 25 June 2015

Caring for Jake

It is confirmed that my flat-coated retriever neighbour (and erstwhile foe) Jake has a horrid cancer in his leg and shoulder. He is receiving something called 'palliative' care. That means he needs lots of pals to care for him, right?

I saw him in the park today and gave him a goodwill sniff.

I think he appreciated it, but he also indicated he wanted to be left alone, which is OK, 'cos there's a whole world out there to sniff, isn't there pups?



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16 comments:

  1. Kinley Westie25 June 2015 at 07:36

    Yikes, dat cancer sounds nasty.

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  2. Bella Roxy & Macdui25 June 2015 at 07:47

    Sorry to hear about Jake....even though he injured you. No one deserves cancer.

    But you're right, there is so much out there to explore and leave your mark.

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  3. Craig25 June 2015 at 08:17

    Poor Jake and poor Jakes owners of course. He looks like he's doing OK for the moment.

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  4. easyweimaraner25 June 2015 at 09:48

    Bertie I would like to be one of the pals for that kind of therapy... and I send POTP to Jake and a big Weimaraner hug...
    easy rider

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  5. Julie25 June 2015 at 10:13

    You showed great empathy there Bertie, I'm sure Gail was very proud of you.
    Poor Jake, it's going to be hard for him and his family
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  6. My Mind's Eye25 June 2015 at 12:53

    Bertie we are so sorry about Jake....and send purrs to him and his family. I would like to purrsonally give you a kitty kiss for you act of kindness toward him....
    Hugs madi your bfff

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  7. Frankie Furter and Ernie25 June 2015 at 12:57

    Awwwww Bertie we are so sorry to hear about Jake...
    You were a good furend to him... Just a sniff and then allowed him to do his thingy... HIS Way...

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  8. Yamini MacLean25 June 2015 at 13:09

    Hari OM
    Bertie lad, you are a very sensible 'pallia' indeed... it is so good that Jake was happy to let you say hello and then move along. I shall add him to my POTP list - no one needs to have the sickies like that. Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx

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  9. tubby3pug25 June 2015 at 13:29

    Oh Bertie your description of palliative care is just wonderful hugs to you and Jake

    retro rover

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  10. Unknown25 June 2015 at 14:54

    I love how you define "palliative" care! If only everyone could think of it this way...the world would be a better place. I am glad you got to say hello to Jake even if he wanted to be left alone.
    Cuddles,
    Oz

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  11. The Adventures of The Bell Fur Zoo25 June 2015 at 15:36

    Sorry to hear about your furiend Jake! We will be putting our paws together and sending him good vibes.

    xoxo, Ginger, Matt & Matilda

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  12. Matilda the Boxer25 June 2015 at 15:55

    Poor Jake. :( I think palliative care definitely means pals, and he might come to appreciate you more after he's had a little time to adjust to the news.

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  13. Two French Bulldogs25 June 2015 at 17:32

    We are sorry to hear about your friend
    Snorts,
    Lily & Edward

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  14. Cowspotdog25 June 2015 at 18:18

    sigh - that mean old cancer should leave us doggies alone :(

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  15. The Adventures of the LLB Gang25 June 2015 at 20:17

    We are also sorry to hear about Jake's sickness and are sending POTP to his peeps....

    Looks like you have lots of fun places to sniff!!
    Smileys!
    Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo

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  16. STELLA and RORY from Down Under26 June 2015 at 00:20

    Howdy Bertie. We are sorry to hear about Jake's cancer. He is doing the right thing though. Enjoying every sniff and snuffle in each day. Glad you are there to support him mate. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

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