Well it was two weeks ago today we got the ugly news about the tumor. That day when the emergency vet told me it would be just a few days to a few weeks or a month. I was getting the feeling that I really should be preparing more for the short end of that prediction. Thankfully that is not what has happened.
Thor is doing well. He still has plenty of appetite and has decided that there is now two treat times added to his feeding schedule. Because of his pancreas issues he is fed 4 times a day; 8am, noon, 4 pm, and 8pm, plus a cookie at bedtime. Thor has now decided he should get a cookie at 2pm and 6pm. I swear around these times he will whine. When I ask him what he wants he leads me to the kitchen and sits and stares at the cabinet with his treats in it.
At first he was getting LOTS of extra treats, but we have now slowed down. He has gained a few pounds, and I am actually happy for that, but I don't want him to gain too much and put added stress on his joints. We are back to that balancing act. This time between spoiling him and keeping him healthy. I want whatever days he has left to be happy and joyful, but I don't think being overweight will serve him well. So at this point many of those extra treats are 1/2 cookies.
I am thankful for the extra time we have had and am praying for more. I know so many people have not had this luxury and that we are truly blessed.
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