Bob is up and about at 5:00 am. The family fellow, who is not allowed in the bedroom, is in the bedroom. To make sure I'm awake he licks my toes. This morning the PON boy is wearing his '' Excuse me but do you know my sister is missing ? " face. It's easy to anthropomorphize canine behaviour but there can be no doubting that Bob is concerned about his sisters absence. It is also quite clear that Angus is expected to get up and do something about it.
Bob continues to wears his concerned look as I ready the car to collect Sophie.
Sometimes he gives voice to his concerns. Mostly, he stands on his stump seat looking out along the lane for his wayward sibling.
He watches 'The Font' make Grapefruit Meringue Pie. An experiment.
The grapefruit pie a specialty of this bakers in Paris :http://hugovictor.com/ Bob is unsure about the grapefruit but is keen on the pastry.
Sophie has had the 'reinforced' option rather than the easier option of repairing the ligaments. The surgeon tells 'The Font' that she operated on the two back legs of a French National Greyhound Champion last year and it was up and running ( and National Champion ) again this year. This is good psychology and exactly the sort of thing a dog owner wants to hear. By going for the 'reinforced' option there is little chance of the family diva tearing up her knee again - seemingly, a common occurrence.
'The Fonts' recollection of yesterdays trip to the vets 1) Sophie's contented look as she met the specialist, the surgeon and the anaesthetist and 2) the generous size of the recuperation cage 3) the cleanliness - that smell that says they're not relying on disinfectant alone 4) the friendly and measured way in which all the pre-op tests were taken so that Sophie didn't feel alarmed and 5) the way the staff laughed when 'The Font' indicated that the right leg was the one to be operated on. '' Thank you for telling us. I think we might have worked it out ". How much easier life is when you have vets who blend humour, kindness and professionalism . The French have some great virtues.
A little record of things too inconsequential for a diary but which have somehow dominated our day. Sophie will be home by ten.
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If only there was a way to reassure Bob that Sophie is in the best possible hands and will be home soon.
Oh, the stories Sophie will have to tell Bob, you, and the Font! So glad the surgery is done and Sophie can return to her home, brother, and her humans she loves. The pack is reunited, which should make Bob happy!
I have ruined my morning ritual by peeking at the blog in the evening, I am happy Miss Sophie is well and we all must hope for a speedy recovery.
Cheers from a super wet Vancouver BC, where we are dog sitting a Borzoi and it is a wonderful time.
What a caring fellow Bob is - I hope Sophie appreciates his concern. Well, you've had a very anxious, but quiet, 24 hours - stand by for the family diva at her very best !
Are the flags out in the village....are the flunkey's standing ready to attend to her every whim?
Good for Bob and Sophie alike that she is coming home shortly.
Good luck keeping her still...again.
Bob has such a handsome face.
I'm sure everyone will be happy when Sophie is back home with her pack
Oh thank you for posting The Font's observations concerning Sophie's hospitalization . It really helps to put one's mind at rest knowing that Sophie was treated with genuine care and a high degree of professionalism. (Something we all hope for but sometimes fail to get.). The doctor made an excellent decision choosing reinforcement. She understands her patient well.
Don't forget to take care of yourselves. If the carers are well cared for, the patient will be well cared for. Sophie remains in our prayers.
❤️
Perhaps some pastry left behind for the lovely girl upon arriving home? I am sure Bob will be tickled to have his flock all under one roof again.
Edward and Apple send their love and concern.
So do I.
Molly sends her love and concern for Sophie! (Divas have to stick together!) Sweet Bob, he must be glad that Sophie is home by now.
Good luck with her recovery! Let us know how the pie came out! :)
Sounds like they are a very competent group of vets. That augurs well. Hope today goes well.
We're glad it wasn't the Parisian vet! Give Bob some pastry...his sister will soon be home again.
Along with Sophie updates, I would appreciate a grapefruit meringue pie update. It sounds intriguing.
Sending warm thoughts for the patient, her brother, and the caretakers!!!
I too have been peeking ahead to see status updates. Yay, Sophie! Great decision to have the extra surgery to be sure. So glad she is home and Bob can rest. I was very frightened when it looked like in the first picture his muzzle was red and I immediately thought "blood!" -- paranoia strikes deep. I was sad to realize though that in France (and the US too), they are still racing greyhounds. When oh when will we become enlightened and outlaw these barbaric things? xxoo
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