Elroy is breathing easier

Tyree August 10th, 2008

Elroy underwent surgery on Thursday and is recuperating under the watchful eye of his foster mom who, ever the opportunist, created a comfy spot on the couch where she can love on him as much as she can. He will only tolerate her mothering for about a half hour before politely asking to be put down. She is hopeful her persistence will wear him down, though, and he will soon become a typical Frenchie attention hog.

Elroy had a centimeter and a half taken off his palate and had his nares opened up. The vet who did the surgery remarked that his tongue was probably the largest he had ever seen. Now, he is breathing easier and enjoying life (and his food) much more. While under, he also had his more manly parts removed. Apparently, he was not happy with this particular life-altering event, but his foster mom thinks he will get over it.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery Elroy!

Update on Elroy

Tyree July 24th, 2008

Elroy’s foster mom, Adair, has been reporting good things from our latest K-Kid. His vet visit was a huge success - no major health problems except he will need surgery on his palate and nares, which we expected. He was a little nervous at the vet, but submitted to the exam and even allowed them to cut his nails.

He also continues to improve in his new home life and follows Adair everywhere. He loves to play with his foster sister but will come looking for Adair if she is out of sight for too long. Elroy doesn’t seem to have much of an appetite but she thinks that with a little help from some neighborhood boys, he will be eating with gusto in no time. Can you say cheese?

Elroy is no longer singin’ the blues

Tyree July 14th, 2008

Elroy was surrendered to the Village this past weekend after he was returned to the breeder for being unable to fulfill his “manly” obligations. This beautiful fawn boy from Missouri is now roosting at a foster home in Texas. Here is what his foster mom has to say about her latest addition:

He has the happiest disposition you will ever see. He wags his tail and looks up at me with the softest brown eyes. He will also come up to me and lick my hand very quickly, and then run back into his crate, his whole body wiggling. The bottom line on him is that he likes people; he just has no idea what to do with us. He has stepped out of his crate voluntarily and ran around my living room and kitchen, wiggling that big old tail of his. I leave the crate open, then go cook or do something else, and he will come out to find me. I give him a little turkey if he comes to me freely. He eats it and runs off to his crate, then comes back a minute later. Elroy gets along well with other dogs and is already smitten with his foster sister.

He may have a palate problem as his breathing is a bit labored. He will be heading off to the vet tomorrow to have it checked out. We will keep you posted on what we find out!