Sadie is such a trooper.
I took her to the vet’s office right when they opened this morning and the woman at the front desk told me Sadie was scheduled for one of the first surgeries of the day. (First up? A bunny getting neutered, which I found oddly comical.)
I came home and did my best to study while I waited to hear back.
I made simple summer chili for lunch (I used turkey instead of lean ground beef) and ate it with Snapea Crisps.
I first tried Snapea Crisps at Katy’s baby shower. File them under “things that shouldn’t taste good but somehow do.”
After lunch it was time to pick up the little patient.
The vet said Sadie did great and that everyone got a kick out of her before surgery. They called her “Slink” because she kept acting feeble before they even did anything to her. I guess Sadie shares my fear of all things medical.
Because of where Sadie’s stitches are, the vet said she didn’t need to wear a cone, but recommended that we put her in a t-shirt if we leave her alone so she doesn’t scratch at the area.
She is definitely still feelin’ the meds, because she is currently staring straight down at a blanket on the couch.
I plan to stay by her side and study on the couch while she slowly returns to normal.
Her eyes are droopy and watery and she’s drifting in and out of sleep. I’m giving her lots of love and told her about all of your kind well-wishes.
I really must sincerely thank all of you for your amazing kindness. I know Sadie is “just a dog,” but she truly feels like a furry member of the Fagan family and adds so much joy to my life that I hate to see her in any pain. She’s doing so well, and I’m very hopeful that the biopsy results will help shed more light on what exactly is going on in her little body and give us a course of action to take to get her healthy! As always, I promise to keep you in the loop. We were told we’d hear more within a week.
Off to study and give Sadie some love. Thank you again for your warm wishes. You guys are the best!
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Sadie isn’t just a dog, shes a member of your family
i totally agree. 🙂
I was just going to say the same thing. There is no such thing as “just a dog”! 🙂
So glad to hear Sadie is doing well, wishing you all the best x
I am glad the surgery went well. I hope she recovers quickly!!
Dogs are truly a memeber of the family and really do create a lot of joy and love in the household. Get well soon Sadie!
Ah! I’m SO happy to hear surgery went well for Sadie!!! Pass along some TLC from me!!
so sorry, and it is not JUST a dog!!!! pets are truly amazing and dogs bring so much joy in every home. they are members of a family and should be treated as such, in my opinion.
I hope everything goes well.
sending ♥ your way!
aw those droopy eyes break my heart a little bit. so so glad she’s doing well.
Oh poor Sadie! I have a Weimaraner named Bailey and she gets cyst on her as well. Luckily they have all been benign and we have had them removed without a problem. Hopefully that will be the case with this “bump” on Sadie. Bailey also does the “ohhh I am so sensitive and fragile” thing also. They remind me a lot of each other. Bless her heart! Hope she feels better soon
Aw, bless her heart! She looks so pitiful. Glad to hear the surgery went well!
glad to hear Sadie is doing well! Hoping everything comes back looking a-okay!
I am bringing my dog to get neutered tomorrow and I am already freaking out about it!
Aw, Sadie! What a little trooper. Her sad eyes are making me sad, hopefully she’s back to her crazy self soon! It really is so great that you guys noticed the lump so soon, I bet that will make all the difference. Praying for good results over here!
That picture of Sadie with the droopy eyes melts my heart. I hope she recovers comfortably, she is in great hands! Pets aren’t just animals they are our family and companions. 🙂
I am so glad to hear that she is doing well. I love my dog so much and it tears me apart when she isn’t feeling well. I hope Sadie has a speedy recovery.
Glad Sadie’s surgery went well and hopefully all will be well! How could you not love on her the rest of the day with sad, droopy eyes like that?! Given the stories you always tell about her, I’m sure Sadie will be back to her spunky self in no time!
I’m glad to hear that Sadie is recovering well. I’m sure she’ll be back to herself in no time.
Anyone who says that “it’s just a dog” has never owned a pet and is missing out on all the true joys of being a pet parent. As a dog parent, I truly understand the feelings that a sick pet can bring on. Hang in there!
Poor little goofball. Positive thoughts and wishes from MN.
I am so glad Sadie is recovering! Is it strange I was on edge waiting to hear how her surgery went? 🙂
Dogs really aren’t ‘just’ pets. They are truly a member of the family! My dog is literally my child and some people understand, some people don’t, but it is okay because i know how I feel about him and it is most definitely puppy love! 🙂
Yay! Glad the trooper is back home safe and sound! S
I’m happy that went smoothly for Sadie, she looks dazed but still comforted by your side. I hope whatever it was is gone now!!
I don’t have pets, but I know they are just like a family member and it is painful to watch your family members suffer! Hope Sadie makes a quick recovery! xoxo
Animals are so much more than just pets! I volunteer at a vet office a few times a week and I know how stressful those types of surgeries can be for owner’s. Wishing her a fast recovery!
I’ve checked back numerous times for your afternoon post – I’ve worried about Sadie since you mentioned her scare a couple days ago. Our 1 year old goldendoodle “Mowgli” is our first (and currently) only baby and I understand the love you have for your pooch. You’re not alone girl…hang in there! Many prayers from Iowa! (I’ll make sure Mowgli sends some special “puppy prayers” up there, too!)
aw, give mowgli a hug for me! i love that name!
I know exactly how you feel and there is no such thing as ‘just a dog’. My maltese was in the vet hospital for 8 nights in August with several surgeries. Thankfully, she’s doing much better now but those 8 days and nights were some of the longest of my life. I’m sure Sadie appreciates all you’ve done for her and the love you give!
Awww she looks sleepy. Hope she recovers quickly. I made my puppy scrambled eggs after he was neutered. That’s pretty funny about the rabbit!
I am so glad to hear that she is doing well and doesn’t have to wear that cone. Her droopy eyes are so funny and adorable all at the same time. Love to all of you!
I’ve been waiting for a post or a tweet with a Sadie update….so glad that she is on the mend! Hope she makes a speedy recovery!
Good news!!!! And no cone!
I get it. Dogs are more than just dogs at my house. I couldn’t imagine my day without them. Good luck!!!
Dogs are NEVER “just a pet” or “just a dog.” They are FAMILY 🙂 That’s why I love your blog!
I may or may not have been checking your blog obsessively today as I was hoping for a Sadie Update. When I saw her droopy eyes I said….”awwww” outloud. In my office.
Sadie is a part of the family. Scarlett is me and my husbands little fur baby. Life would not be the same without her.
Aww, such a sweet baby girl. I’m sending all kinds of well-wishes her way. She is so lucky to have a mom like you, Julie!
Those pictures make me tear up…poor Sadie! No “just a dog” talk. Dogs are our family! 🙂
Glad to hear it went well!
So glad Sadie’s surgery went well! I too have a great dog that I love dearly and he is treated like our child sometimes (and he thinks a person, I swear), so I know that our dogs aren’t “just dogs.” They are a huge part of our lives 🙂
Awe bless her little heart 🙁 Hope everything turns out well for you all. She’s adorable and I love seeing her pics on your blog.
Oh my goodness, I would never call her “just a dog.” I made my puppy promise nothing bad would happen to her ever yesterday because I just couldn’t take it 🙂 Sadie looks pretty pooped, but hopefully that also means she’s not in pain and will wake up tomorrow feeling good. I know Roo always acts like nothing ever happened once meds wear off!
That picture of Sadie almost brought tears to my eyes! Our pup and well-loved family member had eye surgery this past March and I cried when we picked her up because she looked like she was in so much pain and it killed me! Don’t let anyone ever tell you Sadie is just a dog – they are family members! Feel better, Sadie!
Yay! No cone. Glad to hear she did well.
She’s not just a dog! She’s like your child! Never any need to apologise I’d say your were so distraught today. She looks so tired…I hope she picks up soon…as you say she’s a trooper! 🙂
Poor boo boo… She sure is lucky to be part of such a good family! Baker (my Ridgeback) and I send lots of love!
That picture with her droopy eyes just breaks my heart and makes me laugh at the same time. She is such a cute dog. I have a dog too, Abby, and I know how special they are and just how much you can love those little buggers. They bring so much joy and I think they make everyday life more interesting 🙂 I hope she has a good recovery and have my fingers crossed for good results from the vet!
I think it’s hard for non-dog people to understand, but our little fur monsters to become so special to us. I know my dog Max is a member of our family, and I would be heartbroken if he was in danger or not feeling well. I’m so glad she came through it well, and I’ll be praying you get a good report!
I love that she is feeling better and her momma is there to love on her this afternoon. Sadie is not “just a dog”…she is a huge part of your heart and your family! As a fellow pet owner, I know how much room those furry critters take in your heart! Lots of well wishes to you and Sadie! ♥
I am so glad Sadie is home and nuzzled in next to you. I almost teared up when I saw her little droopy eyes. Don’t be alarmed by that, I cry every time we take Nola to the vet. Can you say, crazy mom? Anyway, best wishes for a quick and easy recovery!
Get well soon, sweet Sadie! 🙂 Our dog A.J. is sending her lots of kisses & milkbones! PS- I hate the term “just a dog”.. they are members of the family!
i’m very glad to hear that sadie is doing well! she isn’t “just” a dog – she’s part of your family! she’s also lucky to have you and ryan as her parents! i know how you must feel because i love my two little dogs more than anything. 🙂
awww, i hope Sadie gets to feeling more like herself soon and that the vet rules out anything serious! we adopted a dog about 4 months ago and she is already our little daughter, so i can only imagine how hard it is for you to see Sadie like this! thinking of you guys!
Glad Sadie did well through surgery. I absolutely know how you feel where you don’t want her to have any pain. My dogs are definately my “furry kids”.
On another note, I used to have a male bunny and had him neutered. Seems wacky but it makes them much nicer and calmer. He was amazing. He was litterbox trained just like a cat and would even play “hide and seek” with me. Just thought I would share that little tid bit : )
Lots of prayers for Sadie and her parents!
Julie, first off glad things went well for Sadie today, but she isnt just a dog…she is your child! People dont realize that animals are even more challenging than children because unlike your child, they can not talk or tell you what is wrong. She is so lucky to have you as her “mommy” and Ryan as her “daddy” because without you detected than bump, who knows what could have happened!!
All the best to the cute little patient :):)
There’s no such thing as “just a dog!” This dog mommy here does all kinds of crazy stuff for my hoolies!
She isn’t “just a dog” she’s your furry child. I have 2 daughters and my 3rd “child” was our Brittany spaniel. She passed away 1 1/2 years ago and I still miss her everyday. Best of luck to Sadie. She’s lucky to have such wonderful parents.