It’s been one month since Toby’s amputation. Wow. That seems like eons ago. My husband D mentioned two or three nights ago that “Toby has his smile back.” And that’s truly apt. His spirit is really indomitable. He even has his prance back, which I wasn’t quite sure he’d manage without his spare front leg. […]

I’m still getting the hang of this whole blogging thing – and just discovered the reply function! But in any case, thanks to all of you for your support and well wishes throughout this process. It’s definitely made things much easier knowing that others have made it through similarly tough times. Toby continues to astound […]

Toby figured out a way to get down our spiral staircase (faster seems easier than slower). Chewing more frequently on Timmy (his feline brother) even when Timmy tries to run away. Chasing the laser dot (though, cautious on those corners). Pulling on our walks, especially in the direction of *squirrels* On a separate note, my […]

Bingo lives around the corner – he has a very similar profile to Toby. They’re both about the same size, have ridiculously large, erect ears, a long nose and an intelligent face (I don’t care that I’m biased). Two nights ago, Bingo’s dad came by with a care package. A squeaky cheeseburger (can never have […]

Toby is sporting the latest in harnesses. Healing up nicely! This is literally minutes after Toby got back from the vet. Staples are out, time for a nap in the middle of the bed surrounded by pillows. This is the life! Enjoying a sunny Sunday afternoon with older sis on the front deck. Squirrels are […]

Just got back from a whirlwind conference that was booked months ago. In the meantime, Toby got a clean bill of health from the vet, and, more importantly, got that blasted e-collar off! The staples are out, the collar is off and he’s sporting a new Ruff Wear harness. His incision is healing nicely, his […]