We had some friends over last weekend, BL's made a new friend, Lisa. As usual Baby Love was the center of attention, and Sam had to be cut off after a lamp shade incident. Just kidding, we posed her .
Birth
Baby Love was born in an animal shelter on July 7, 2007, her mom Amber was a stray who had been picked up a few days before. Baby Love was one of 9 puppies.
Different
Soon we realized she was different from the others. She was always by herself and not in the puppy huddle. So we started bottle feeding her and keeping a careful eye on her.
Going Home
At 4 weeks old she contracted both ringworm and kennel cough so I took her home and nursed her back to health. She was also physically and mentally behind the other puppies.
Blossoming
Though still sick, Baby Love thrived in her new enviroment. She had lots of affection and constant feedings. She blossomed, and a day or two after arriving at the house she was a new dog. She was happy and ready to start exploring the world.
Blindness
She took on the world one bunny hop at a time. I soon realized there was more wrong with Baby Love than we thought. She was blind!
Growing
Baby Love continued to grow, and after some research we discovered that she most likely had Hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain). There was a newspaer article written about her, and we started a fundraising drive for tests and treatment.
MRI
The day came and she had an MRI, which confirmed she had Hydrocephalus.
Surgery
Thanks to donations, Baby Love had surgery to try and correct her condition.
Success
The sugery was a success, though she did not gain sight she became a much happier dog, her motor skills were great and she had a thirst for life I'd never seen before.
Everyday Life
She loved to run, bunny hop, explore and find mischief.
Summer
Summer came around again and she was the best she'd ever been. She loved the other dogs and our cuddle time
Signs of Trouble
Around Memorial Day of 2008 she started having some issues. We soon discovered her shunt which was installed in her body to assist with the excess fluid development - had stopped working.
The End
Thanks to donations she had a second surgery. She did not recover well, and a week later she passed away. Baby Love had sponsors and well wishers from all over the world who followed her story. I thank them all!
4 comments:
We know Baby Love is the center of attention. She certainly is ours..
Thanks for the forward of Hero. He looks just like Louie only he doesn't have those huge ears that Louie does... We are still hoping that he grows into them...
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus and Louie
What kind of beer do YOU like Baby Luvkins?
Mom thinks it is soooo cute you like to be held like a baby. If somebody tries to hold me like that I bite 'em!
Sugars, pretty BL
Mack
I'm sure you're always in the center of attention Baby..You're tooo cute!
Love licks,
Solid Gold Dancer
It is great to be the center of attention, as you should be. But I hope you weren't imbibing Baby Love. You are still a puppy!!
Your friend,
Niamh
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