The Day I Helped JK Become "The Crazy New Neighbor" and other adventures

I don't know about you, but I have had a very long week. 

On Tuesday, I had to go to the animal hospital to have my chompers fixed up. I was scared to be left there, and I was shaking really hard when JK had to give me to Chuck, the Tooth Guy, but I tried to be brave. I knew JK was nervous to leave me, too, but Chuck said they would take good care of me. And they did! I didn't feel a thing, and now my teeth are clean and the sore teeth are fixed up, and I have medicine for my gums so I can keep crunching up my treats for many years to come. 

I have to admit, though, the medicine they gave me made me feel pretty sleepy and strange. I did silly things like lay on my back like this:

I never do that. How embarrassing.

I was still feeling a little funny the next day, so JK didn't want to leave me alone in case I accidentally hurt myself. JK had planned to mow the grass at the new house because it was so nice outside, so naturally she decided to let me ride along in the Pup Bag.

My view from the Bag

What the neighbors saw

JK thought that it would be the perfect time to mow with me, since it was in the middle of the morning. "Who would be around and about at 10:30 in the morning on a Wednesday?" she asked as she situated me into the bag. Well, the joke was on her, because LOTS of people were out. In fact, we met our next door neighbor for the first time. His name is Eric and he is very nice, but I still growled at him, since that's my job. He came over to introduce himself and to "see what was in the pouch". It was me! I bet we surprised him!

We also met our mail carrier, who I also growled at, but when she heard that I had Tooth Surgery the day before, she cooed and smiled and said that she hoped I felt better soon.

A few other people walked or drove past while we mowed, and one car drove by very slowly and looked at us for a long time. I guess they've never seen an Assistant Lawn Mower in a canvas sling before.

JK is afraid that she has officially become the Crazy New Neighbor Lady, but I think she should be the Creative PupMomma Lady. It was a bumpy ride, but I was glad to be with JK instead of wobbling around the house by myself.

I'm back at the house with JK today, and I'm pleased to introduce you to my new Very Favorite Thing:

Blogfriends, meet our new Squishy Loveseat! Two men brought it to the house this morning, and JK put it next to the window.

Oooooh, so soft!

Now I can see all the people and dogs walk by!

JK said that I could sit up there as long as I didn't bark in her ear. 

I'm getting used to this new house and our new neighborhood. And I really like that JK is home with me during the day. I like to have at least one of my people with me while I do all my important work - guarding the house, cleaning up misplaced food, and keeping an eye on all those rabbits and squirrels. And now, of course, Assistant Lawn Mower.

Recovering.

Even though I had so much fun on Auggiversary, it turns out that all that excitement, tasty food, warm sunshine and treats were too much for me. I had the Bad Shakes yesterday when Mr. Wolf was at home, only this time I got very sick and had to go to the vet.

I do not like to go to the vet, and I was scared. But JK and Mr. Wolf were with me and that made me feel a little better. Mr. Wolf said that I was "dehydrated" and they had to help get more water into me. I didn't like getting the extra water because they had to put it in with a needle, but I did feel much better after I got it.

We all went home to rest last night after the vet. She gave me some special food to help me feel better, and some other medicine too.

Recuperating on JK's lap.

Today I feel much better, and JK and I had a nice long walk this morning before she left for work. I felt like my old self again. And ready for some more treats and sunshine.

Things that I like

Yesterday JK took me to another doctor in a different part of the city.  I was very scared at first, but everyone was very friendly and nice to me, so I relaxed and was able to sit quietly with JK while we waited.  After talking with several different doctors who examined me, JK had to leave me with them for the day.  I got very sleepy and slept most of the day.   

When I woke up, I had tubes coming out of my leg that were stuck on with very strong tape.  Not to worry, I chewed them off quite easily.  JK helped me get them off when she came to pick me up.  I don't remember anything else that happened while I was at the doctor.  I had Lion with me, so I didn't feel so afraid. 

I didn't feel quite like myself yesterday, so JK didn't take any pictures of me for the blog.  But I was very happy to see my favorite things when I got home, so I thought I would put some pictures up of those things instead.  I don't really like going to the doctor, but I DO like these things:

Cheese.  Any Kind.

Zukes Cranberry Bones.

Dirty Clothes

Peanut Butter

Apples

My new toy Sharky.



I was so happy to see all these things when I got home.  I was very hungry, so JK and I ate an apple and some string cheese, and I got my very own glob of peanut butter.  Then I sat in some clothes on the floor and played with Sharky.  I was very glad to be home with my favorite things.

Sunny Saturday in the Park

JK and Mr. Wolf and I had a very busy Saturday!

I'm ready to run!

We had to go to a different doctor today to talk about my seizures.  They took some blood from me, but I was very brave and didn't cry at all.  After they were done, JK and Mr. Wolf and I went to the park and played in the leaves.

Mr. Wolf and I ran so fast that he had to rest afterwards.  I was fine.

I get lots of kisses when Mr. Wolf is home.

Time to go home!  I will show the way!

After the doctor and the park, JK and Mr. Wolf ate some food outside, and I sat in the sunshine.  Then they had frozen yogurt and I got to lick the bowl.  JK had a plain kind and Mr. Wolf's tasted like pumpkins.  I liked the pumpkin one better.  JK says that yogurt is good for dogs!  Horray!  I hope I can have my own bowl next time.

The Bad Shakes.

I had The Bad Shakes this weekend.  The big word for the bad shakes is "seizures".  I know this because I have heard JK and Mr. Wolf and my doctors talk about it.  I don't remember too much about what happened, but I had been feeling not-so-well for a few days, and then right before Mr. Wolf came home the other night, I started to feel Really Bad.  JK stayed right beside me and sang songs to me, and Mr. Wolf came home and held me and JK called the doctor.  I have had The Bad Shakes before, and it is scary every time.  I hate it.  I did not go to the doctor that night.  JK and Mr. Wolf cared for me and I felt better in a little while.

JK and Mr. Wolf told me that we are all going to go see a special doctor on Saturday who can hopefully help me. I don't like going to the doctor, but I would like to feel better.