Life with the Three Crazy Dogs

DB and I did give the thought of getting another puppy, but I shoved it off.  The two big boyz are more than enough for me to walk, bathe and split my attention-giving for them.  DB insisted that we should at least get a puppy within the smaller breed category, but I was persistent, No means NO. 

Having another puppy right now is not the right time for us.  If I want another puppy I would check out other dog breeds like Shih Tzus.  Labs are great dogs, but they are high maintenance dogs who need a lot of exercise.  I love all kinds of breeds and especially the one our friend, Ruth had, a Shih Tzu name Adam.  Adam was such a loving dog, so affectionate and very playful.  Adam had long grayish long hair with white patches on his hind, belly and legs.  Ruth sent him to the groomer during the summer season to trim his hair so he wouldn’t be too hot with his long hair.

Adam was the most well behaved dog I have ever encountered.  He obeyed all voice and hand commands so well.  Bathing and drying him was so easy, and it could be because he was an older dog, he was around 8 years old then, he stood still for his bath and dry him, no fuss at all.  All I can say now is Adam was very loved dog.  At his age, he was still very playful – loves to play fetch and enjoyed all his walks.  Ruth maintained his weight so he wouldn’t be overweight.  Shih Tzus should not be overweight.  When trained from a pup, Shih Tzus will enjoy their exercising time.  Ruth tossed a tennis ball and Adam would run for it for hours.  That was one of the ways he stayed so slim and maintained the muscles  that made him looked so fit and trim.  Overall, Shih Tzus do not need a lot of exercise.  They are in the toy group breed so they do not need to be taken for long walks. 

Shih Tzus and with any other puppy, when train from young they will be happy and so will the owners.  A Shih Tzu is a companion pet.  Its temperament is a very happy and affectionate dog.   Just remember that this breed needs weekly grooming and constant companionship, and is not a watch dog.  The Shih Tzu is not a barker.  If you think you want to have your pooch to join in with some family activity, the Shih Tzu will have to decide if he or she wants to or not.  They make their own decisions.   Yes, Adam was a true Shih Tzu, very loving and a great companion for Ruth and her hubby.  Adam died at the age of 14 years of age.  That is approximately the life span of a Shih Tzu.

*Pictures source from DogChannel.com*

Thanks for all the kinds wishes you guys left for me….they are quite hilarious which did crack a smile on my face.  You guys think I’m pregnant, huh?  Haha, not a chance, coz it won’t happen.

I actually just got back from urgent care.  The doc said I have labyrinthitis or what they call Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.  I feel really dizzy especially changing positions from left, right, up, down or looking up.  No treatment for this problem.  This will last for a few days, weeks or months.  When I heard it will take a few days or weeks let alone months, it totally bummed me out – you know how active I am!  The doc told me to wait it out unless I take motion sickness medication which is a NO for me.  I don’t want to feel like a “space cadet” all the time.  The doc told me if the symptoms of BPPV persist for more than 3 weeks, I have to see my reg doc where she will refer me to a physical therapist who specializes with BPPV. I will come in to work tomorrow and not move around too much – sit at my desk the best thing, no stairs or quick turns of my head, that’s what the doc told me, plus no driving at all till I have no signs of dizziness.  I feel so helpless.  The boys are dang bugging me for their walks.  Sorry guys.

I called the stupid dentist to cancel my appointment for this afternoon, the receptionist told me there will be a $50 cancellation fee.  How absurd is that?  I will call again and tell them to shove it up their butt coz I’m not going to lay on that whatever you call that “bed” where they will tilt you where I will feel like I’m sorta turned upside down.  I rather suck it up, pay that $50 than feel nauseaus and dizzy.  I’m now officially a “ditz”! :-)