cathya Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Well some good news for Mack this morning, he started his anti inflammatory/pain relief medication yesterday and he seems much more comfortable this morning. His bad foot/leg has gone down a fair bit so it seems that the meds are going to help. However, on the not so good side he decided to wake me up this morning (talking to me at the top of his voice - hilarious) at about 5.30 am (much earlier than his normal get up time) and head for the front door - am sure he wanted to go for another road run! He has also worked out (clever boy) how to open the kiddy/doggy doors in the house with his nose. But, rather than barging through them (like some of my others do) he actually puts his nose in the edge of it and opens it towards him - see, he's not just gorgeous he's also very smart! You can see his new fur growth pretty well in the photos. He still has a baldy patch on his back and around his face/ears his hair is a bit thin but it is certainly growing in those areas too. He is starting to show what a handsome boy he really is. I particularly love the pic of him sitting at the top of the stairs - looking so handsome and happy and if he's the king of the world! Interesting to note, the day I picked him up he kept pulling out all the treats out of the dog treat stand at the vet - even tho I bought him a packet to eat! I realised yesterday that he didn't go near them (although did want to socialise with the other dogs coming in) which would tell me his tummy is full and satisfied!!! Thanks for all your loving thoughts and comments about my Mack (or is it our Mack?). They helped me through a couple of hard days so I could get back on the job and focus on him, not on my own sadness! He is off to the groomers again today so will be happy about that, not for the bath itself but because he's already the local shop owners' favourite down there and everyone comes to say hello to him and pat him, usually before I can even get him out of the car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curlybert Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Magnificent! Those pack pics are gorgeous - seems like he's always been there. From the earlier pics posted I thought Mack looked like a German Shep cross, but now he looks 100 per cent Belgian Shepherd - is that what you reckon Cathy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathya Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Magnificent! Those pack pics are gorgeous - seems like he's always been there.From the earlier pics posted I thought Mack looked like a German Shep cross, but now he looks 100 per cent Belgian Shepherd - is that what you reckon Cathy? Not sure myself but I'd be interested to hear what others think. I've never seen a full Belgian Shepy except in pics. I love the pack pics too, the other dogs treat him as if he's always been here and in fact, are quite respectful and gentle with him. The most interesting one is my wolfy cross boy Wally who has been quite dominant with other adult males but actually protects Mack and watches over him in the back yard. My pups love him too and he had a play with one of them this morning - it was so cute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ish Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 (edited) I'd say he's all GSD and a very gorgeous one at that. The bi-colour isn't common, you see it more in working lines Thanks so much for rescuing him and I hope you have a long time together with much happiness Edited March 4, 2011 by ish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathya Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 I'd say he's all GSD and a very gorgeous one at that. The bi-colour isn't common, you see it more in working lines Thanks so much for rescuing him and I hope you have a long time together with much happiness Thanks ish, yes he is gorgeous and it's interesting to hear about the bi-colour and working lines which I don't know much about at all but will certainly check out now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathya Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Well Mack is doing well considering his ailments. His baldy patch on his back is now covered in new hair growth so it won't be long before i can put up pics of him being not only a happy, but again a hairy (well furry) dog. His yeast infection in his ears is gone as is his kennel cough. His pressure sores have healed. He struggles up and down the stairs a bit but we try to take it slow. He now has a ramp to get in and out of the car - he LOVES getting out in the car. He's still having twice weekly grooms and it's doing wonders for his coat (and his social life!). Just want to thank Robyn who has offered to donate towards Mack's vets bills. Robyn has 3 rescue shepherds of her own and after seeing Mack on DOL wanted to help. Robyn, your offer of support for his vet bills is so greatly appreciated but also, so is your concern and love towards this special boy (and your kind words to me to help me cope with hearing the bad news about his bone cancer). At this point, Mack has decided he's very happy here and feeling better than he has in a long time, so both Mack and I (and his newfound four-legged family who adore him) are going to take it one day at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her Majesty Dogmad Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Here's wishing Mack many months of happiness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ari.g Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Here's wishing Mack many months of happiness. Seconding what dogmad said What a gorgeous and lucky boy to have found you and his new fur family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julzjc Posted March 10, 2011 Author Share Posted March 10, 2011 Fantastic update Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathya Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 Hey....Mack chased the ball yesterday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 Great to hear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stefie Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 Hey....Mack chased the ball yesterday! Isn't that funny: When a puppy chases a ball we say: "not again, give me a break!" When an old dog chases a ball it's the BIG event and everyone cheers. Go Mack! :rofl: Senior Dogs Rock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathya Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Mack had a review at the vets today. He is now 46 kgs , he was 29 kgs when I picked him up. As you can probably guess, he likes his food ! He is struggling a bit some days but vet has given him some other medication for these days. He's happy, I love him and he loves me ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vehs Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 aww the poor thing - he's looking great now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajtek Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Great update... Thanks and keep it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan B Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 So good to hear. He's a beautiful gent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonbaby Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 (edited) Well now that I can see to type this reply ( I have read this thread from the beginning to end in one sitting and have streams of tears both happy and sad running down my face)... anyway, I'd like to say that Mack found you and needed you just as much as you found/needed him. He will be around for some time yet and be a constant reminder to you that the work you do is all worth it. His progress to date shows how much healthier he is and probably 90% of that is just because of the love, attention & stability he is now getting (although I cant remember you if you mentioned how much you loved him ?) His mental state has sped up all the progress he's/you've made with his health. To have that much hair growth in a short time shows he is healthy on the inside. Cancer Smancer Great Great Great Great work. And you can look forward to oooddles of good karma coming your way. P.S I've thought all along that he was a Belgian Shepherd, looks very much like the one my uncle had. He was Beautiful too. Cheers and continued good luck. Robyn P.S When your a famous dog rescue person, I'll be able to say that I was there when Cathy picked up her first rescue dog.... Edited March 21, 2011 by moonbaby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trifecta Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 I'd say he's all GSD and a very gorgeous one at that. The bi-colour isn't common, you see it more in working lines Thanks so much for rescuing him and I hope you have a long time together with much happiness Thanks ish, yes he is gorgeous and it's interesting to hear about the bi-colour and working lines which I don't know much about at all but will certainly check out now. Yes he is all GSD, no Belgian there. He reminds me of a semi longcoat bitch I rescued many years ago now. Good work, cathy, I hope you & Mack can enjoy each other's company for a long time to come Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenzied1 Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 I have just read this thread in one hit and it makes me feel teary but for good reason's. I am involved in dog rescue and because of this I do become jaded about the human race and I don't like people very much but then I read a story of Mack, a dog that had been through an extremely rough time of which he didn't deserve and when things were looking bleak he was saved.................thank you for sharing Mack with us and for giving him the home I am sure he has always wished for. You have restored my faith in people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Clover Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Still sending mack lots of good vibes. What an amazing old man :rolleyes:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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