Yesterday we received a call from the petshop where Mama Rock boarded that she needed to be removed asap. Out of fury, out of paranoia, out of other motivations - we're not sure. But it was conveyed to us that the residents who live upstairs complained about her barking.
Mama Rock seldom barks, if at all.
The message was clear: Mama Rock to be out of the shop asap.
But we moved her out anyway and back to the farm where she reunited with her son. The familiar smell of wilderness, her sight of her home.
On a brighter note, Mama Rock is fine and well on the journey of recovery. When she saw me, she was jumping around in joy, nibbling a litte of the bacon treat I gave and propping herself with her fores on the fence of the pen. She showed every sign of a dog in good recovery.
Many thanks also to M who was quick to finance Mama Rock and tide us over this part of her recovery (M, you made the difference, truly). Mama Rock has got to be one influential dog, her warm nature rubs off on all of us.
Heartworm is fatal; Mama Rock has opened her heart to our human intervention and I'm sure she will, to a family who can take her in permanently with unconditional love. Fingers crossed for Mama Rock. We're still on the lookout.
I apologise for my otherwise interruptive background voice. Couldn't really contain the excitement of seeing a jolly Mama Rock, prancing with the joy of life.
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Thanks for arranging Mama Rock's bring-back to the farm, KZ. I'm sure she is much happier now. It is true, and we've learnt, nothings beats a familiar homeground for dogs in recovery. Unless it is really critical, I always believe animals needing rehab should be brought back to their home environment to recuperate.
For Mama Rock, cos she was given her heartworm treatment jab, vet;s advice is to keep her quiet and non-active for the initial days. The few days after the jabs (2 in total) are critical and determine survival or death. For Mama Rock, having seen her few days after the jab, I believe she is responding well to treatment and is out of the danger zone. So back to the farm, her home, is a good decision.
Just being at their home, the familiar smells, sights, company -- all these are motivating forces for a smoother recovery. It is the same for us humans. Think of a hospital and a home. I would choose my home anytime. We are not that different. In every encounter with another living being, an animal, always remember that.
Big THANKS also to J.N. and J.L. for your generous donations which will go towards Mama Rock's vet bills. Thank you so!
I wish Mama Rock a full recovery soon and to all of u, a Prosperous & Lunar New Year !
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