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 others so it was the best for her.
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 special cuddle time in the evenings.
Signs of Trouble
Around Memorial Day of 2008 ahe started having some issues. We soon discovered her shunt 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. Just 2 weeks short of her 1st birthday. Baby Love has well wishes from all over the world who followed her story. I thanks them all!
That was exciting! Good thing it wasn't TOO exciting, like coming real close. We had donkeys come visit, too, and we barked like crazy at them. They were weird.
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wow a fire. I've been kinda close to a fire. Mom said I acted strange...did you guys act weird??
That was exciting! Good thing it wasn't TOO exciting, like coming real close. We had donkeys come visit, too, and we barked like crazy at them. They were weird.
love & wags,
River
That donkey didn't seemed threatened or amused at all. I would be sooo bummed if Mommy stopped me from barking at it. Hee!
Butt wiggles,
Solid Gold Dancer
I'm glad you guys are safe and that the fire didn't come near you.
Your friend,
Niamh
We are sure glad that fire didn't get any of the homes..
So how long did that donkey stay? Did you figure out where he came from?
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus, Louie and Callie
Just stopped by to tell you all Merry Christmas. We need to get together again real soon. Big HUGS..
Gus, Louie and Callie
Merry Christmas gang!!
woof!
velcro
Good to hear the fire didn't reach you, as they can do lots of damage.
Hope you are having a good holiday.
Pippa
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