Noche came home this morning. I had already planned to take the the day off because the vet was coming to check Ginger’s heart (she got a good report even though she still has some symptoms) so I was home. I’d love to report he is doing great. Right now though, he is panting in pain. He had a restful day but we took him out to do “business” before bed and, though the trip was successful, pooping caused him obvious pain. Even so, it is good to have the family together again. Pain meds have been administered and hopefully will take effect soon. Your prayers for his healing are most welcome.
And stood up. And walked. Four days after running head on into traffic while chasing a jackrabbit the full length of a strawberry field, Noche can do things we used to take for granted. The last few days have been a nightmare of worry. I would have paid millions for lights and sirens as we drove him to the animal hospital Friday night. And until yesterday, his fate was uncertain. The broken leg will heal (and he will undergo surgery tomorrow afternoon to insure it heals optimally) but the back injury left an unspeakable question in our minds. Yesterday, he stood up on his own. Today he walked and pooped. Life is truly good again.