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Gosh, some people are so ignorant and insensitive arent they @Cuddlebear . 😔 im sorry you had to encounter one of them today. Im often really encouraged and amazed by how much perseverance, determination and problem-solving people with disabilities show to overcome the barriers that unaware-abled people create. I wish you didnt have to struggle against systems/mindsets though, and that people would create/think with an inclusive-accessibility mindset/design as default.

Parts of your body may not be able to do everything someone else can, but you are still such an important and worthwhile person because who you are as a person cannot be restricted to or defined by a mere physical body.

I will let you know how he goes. Xrays will be very good to have because I think he has been developing early arthritis anyway. It felt good to get to the vet clinic and have them check him over to ensure nothing immediately dangerous, and hopefully they may also be able to give us some advice for if he has bouts of severe pain what to do (eg medication pain relief). Knowing he is safe is good. And he doesnt dislike going to a vet clinic because there is always nice friendly people and usually dog treats, so he is not averse to them.

Aww hello amd hugs 🫂 @AlwaysMyself , keep us updated please

Hugs ❤️ @Cuddlebear

@AlwaysMyself Thank you for understanding. I can be too critical of myself so when others carry on it can really hurt and reinforce negative emotions.

You’ve done really well providing him a thorough examination. So many dogs develop arthritis and it can be treated and fur baby can have a very good quality of life. My boy likes the vet too cause treats lol. We’re lucky we don’t have to carry a 33kg Labrador in that’s for sure. He’s also slim that is the correct weight and the vet loves him. I have to be strict with his food so he doesn’t get fat lol. He gets a lot of attention from the nurses too but guide dogs do tend to get a lot of attention for helping humans. It sounds like your boy is sweet tempered and I think you mentioned a less often seen breed which no doubt brings joy to everyone at the clinic. Hopefully you’ll have some answers soon and can help him with the pain he was having. Keep us informed.

@Cuddlebear @Shaz51 our furry trooper is back home and whilst he still has pain getting up and down (or moving when laying down) he is in less pain than he was in, and he's been seemingly-peaceful laying on the dog matress since we got home. He did try to get up at one time because our other dogs was being a crazy nut chasing her tail and I think he wanted to play, but he yelped out in pain and reconsidered the idea of getting up. Sweetie other dog stopped being a nut and came over to him to see if he was OK 🥰.

He has some anti-inflamatory meds for the next few days, and we will monitor his pain.

The xrays weren't as bad as feared - which is also abit weird because of the level of pain vs arthritis. But maybe he twisted his hip weirdly and triggered muscular pain also?? Hoping he rests well tonight and tomorrow is in less pain as it settles.

Thank you both for caring and supporting me in the stressful day. 🥰

@AlwaysMyself I’m so glad he is home and that he has decent pain management. I love his teddy it’s so cute and he looks snuggly on his bed having a well deserved rest. Isn’t it beautiful how Sweetie went over to see if he was ok. It could be muscular and causing some pain. He may have been doing some zoomies or similar and pulled a muscle which can be very painful. Have him rest it if you can. Try things like discouraging jumping up though I know that’s hard when they want to play. See how things go. Hydro bath therapy can also help depending on the cause. I’m just relieved he is home and it is nothing more serious. Let us know how he is tomorrow. I hope you are feeling relief thwt he’s home and safe.

Soo glad he is back home @AlwaysMyself 😍

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hey @Shaz51 @Cuddlebear @AlwaysMyself and everyone passing through! what's everyone up to?

@Cuddlebear i think i read somewhere that you've moved into the new place! yay! how'd it go?

@rav3n Hello beautiful how are you? Yes I moved on Monday and Tuesday. It’s been horrendous and now sorting out old place. Only thing left at old place now is to have it cleaned and carpet steam cleaned.

I’m worse mentally than I was before. It’s been a terrible day today. I also hurt myself walking into things at new place. I’ll need to get rid of a lot of stuff as my meagre belongings don’t fit. New place needs a lot of repairs done and honestly it’s all just ridiculously overwhelming. Sorry for the woe here. This move has broken me.

aww i'm so so sorry to hear how hard the moves been @Cuddlebear!! it sounds both physically and emotionally exhausting, i know that you were really looking forward to moving and feeling secure - so i can imagine how these changes and upcoming repairs would've been a lot to deal with.

are you seeing your support worker or psych any time soon? i'm really glad you're here and able to share with us though, wish i could do more to help but for now, i'm sitting with you. sending you BIG hugs 💗