Wetter Geordi

Wet Geordi

Bah!

So...Geordi has been having on and off diarrhea for the past 2 weeks. When we went in for Round 2 vaccinations, we found out that he has some canine parasites. It's depressing, because now he's barred from socializing with other dogs until he's all clear (minimum 1 month from now). Worst of all, we don't know where he got them from, since they are solely transmitted from dog to dog, and he's been quarantined in the house ever since we got him.

The positive is that Geordi is not symptomatic except for occasional diarrhea. The negative is that he keeps trying to eat it (and thus re-infect himself). So our tired vigilance is even tighter. Agh!

He is also very thirsty all the time from the water loss(?), so we give him water in limited sips (to prevent vomiting), Chilly Bone (a frozen wet dog toy), or ice cubes. The hubby also found that rolled up hand towels dipped in water and frozen make fun "ice 'hot dogs'" for Geordi to play with.

Anyway, Round 2 vaccinations went very smoothly; Geordi was incredibly interested in the vet's large and calm cat, which he licked and nosed vigorously while the vet slipped in with all the shots.

We hope Geordi gets all clear and healthy soon, because he has a whole world of walking and meeting to do!

Geordi at 12 Weeks

Cauliflower Head

Geordi's hair is growing really fast! He's developing what we call a "cauliflower head" with all the poofiness. He actually looks like he's fat, but nearly 1.5 inches all around is all fluffy hair! It's too bad we can't get him groomed until he's had all his shots; we want to be very careful that he doesn't get exposed to other dogs or other dog areas just yet.

I'm SO glad he doesn't shed (it's hair not fur). I'm pretty sure I shed a lot more than Geordi will ever will. Is he also getting a bit of hairy beard, too?

Sweet Doggy Cookies

My sister-in-law sent a delightful variety of pup cookies for Geordi. They smell just like a bag full of Nilla Wafers and Oreos...they make our human mouths water!

He only gets them as "jackpot" treats (the highest value) for training (along with grilled chicken), when he's being very good. There are so many shapes that I had to take a cute pic of them.

Dog specialty baked goods like these and bakeries like Three Dog are becoming very popular, and now we know why!

Brother and Sister of the Feline Kind

Just as we've recently welcomed Geordi into our home, my sister-in-law adopted 2 adorable kittens from the SPCA! The male (orange) is a fiery fierce personality, while the tabby girl is more relaxed. It's such a blessing to have fluffy new family members, no? Their soulful eyes, frisky tails, and soft fuzziness warm the heart.