Rita Mae went to the vet today.
She’s been doing doodles in the house more often (she’s housebroken and NEVER did this before), she seems to have trouble seeing, she often stands still staring at walls, and sometimes she seems to have a little trouble walking first thing in the morning. Internet research suggested she may have arthritis and/or early onset dementia.
After her check-up, including blood work, the vet determined her condition is non-serious, but untreatable:
She’s old. (She’s 12.)
However, he said she’s very well behaved for a dog her age (apparently female dogs her age can be a bit more rambunctious and irritable) and her weight is excellent (which is shocking given our family disposition for a sedentary lifestyle.)
We will try some meds the vet gave us, that may help with her possible arthritis/joint pain but, other than that, we will just have to accept that her less than exemplary behavior is just part of her aging.
No problem. Her infirmities only make me love her more, and I’m glad we are the ones who get to care for her in her senior years. She is, after all, our little girl…
Idle Eyes and a Dormy 
nothing vexes so as a sick or frail pooch.
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Tasha and we are sending good vibes! Feel better Rita Mae!
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Oh, the poor, dear little girl. Our hearts go out to her as we suffer with her. Chin up, Sweetest!
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Yeah, getting old can suck. But she is so lucky to have you — and you her.
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Lots of good caregivers in that house, she will be well cared for.
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Oh dear! Sweet Rita Mae. Age eventually catches up to all of us. Sending puppy hugs!
I didn’t realize she was that old. She looks as beautiful as ever.
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Aging sucks, but at least Rita Mae has some great caregivers in the household. I hope she’s feeling better soon.
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Hugs to Rita Mae! She’s a senior citizen.
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Awww get well Rita!
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