To add to today’s post
Some perspective . Last night before we went to bed I put Dorothy in a pair of adult incontinence knickers.
(She took a small.)I’m sentimental, but I’m no fool even with the palliative care of my own bulldog.
She had the energy to look down slowly at the nappy , then looked me directly in the eye with a “ What the fuck have you just done to me !!!! ” look on her face.
It made me laugh out loud
You are such special person John. Yael
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DeleteI have a grin on my face now,John.Luv your keeping it real, xx-Mary
ReplyDeleteI feel a change of mood is in order
DeleteA delightful little glimpse of her personality!
ReplyDeleteOf all of my bulldogs even the over assertive Winnie, Dorothy would hold my gaze the longest
DeleteThanks for that image, John. Remember that look (and your reaction) when you're missing her. What a character. Now it's time to look after yourself. xx
ReplyDeleteI have a few nice things booked
DeleteHow wise and I can just imagine Dorothy's facial expression! Laughter is always good.
ReplyDeleteMore hugs!
Bulldogs have a look of Buster Keaton
DeleteYes, I can imagine that as I remember Buster Keaton.
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What a wonderful post, she certainly was some grand dame 😂. Jan in Castle Gresley
ReplyDeleteI’ve had 4 diva bulldogs Constance, Mabel, Dorothy, and Winnifred
DeleteDorothy was no 1 diva …..not as bright as Winnie, but more emotional
That’s more like it
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Deletewhat a lovely way to remember herxx
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DeleteYep in pants. Very undignified, after all she was a ladyxx
DeleteShe was no lady…Winnie was a lady . Dorothy was a silly bad tempered, fickle, lovable ,:school girl
DeleteAh but you loved her and she loved you. My Pop (Granddad loved Bull Dogs and I grew up with them) I have a wobbly Jack Russell. Hugs x
DeleteI loved her and her vulnerability
DeleteI know x
DeleteLaughter and tears - I get it! When our big yellow lab mix died I put together a few pages of the things she did that made us laugh. Of course yours is documented in your wonderful blog for all of us to enjoy. It keeps them alive for us. We still tell stories about our farm dogs from almost 50 years ago!
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Yes I needed to laugh tonight, it was hard because Trendy Carol and her hubby has been so upset
DeleteAah that’s lovely, so sorry to hear of her passing but so lovely for you both for her to go at home. Hope you feel better soon John, way too much stress at the moment but well done for continuing with everything while feeling shite. Also congrats on the placement with mnd. Hugs, very big ones , noreen
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DeleteBeing who she was until the end. Warm blankets, hot toddies and Welsh Terrier cuddles for you today.
ReplyDeleteThe Welsh are amazed they are back on the couch . It was nice to cuddle them tonight
DeleteAlways good to remember that even in our saddest times there can be little moments of comic gold. Hugs x
ReplyDeleteAlison in Wales x
What was I thinking of ? lol
DeleteOh, John, you probably brought this trait to your nursing but you do have a way of taking life & death in stride. Kind regards.
ReplyDeleteI need a change in emotion
DeleteA moment of bathos - she told you! Hope the cinema visit has given you some 'time out'. x
ReplyDeleteI didn’t go, my elder sister visited with primulas and saw how untidy my kitchen was, I felt ashamed and went in a cleaning frenzy
DeleteBathos ….a new word
If anyone questions why you blog...the stories of Dorothy alone are reason enough. I love your slice of life stories and Dorothy certainly was worth writing about.
ReplyDeleteTo be fair bulldogs are a master of drama so make wonderful and colourful characters to share
DeleteHiding behind humour John ?
ReplyDeleteNot hiding Anon , just coping xxx
DeletePlease tell us you didn't just happen to have incontinence knickers handy in the house.
ReplyDeleteI’m a hospice nurse ! I bought them in
DeleteWhat has happened or what will happen to Dorothy's body?
ReplyDeleteI’ve taken her to be cremated with the local pet cemetery
DeleteYP thanks for asking what many were probably wondering.
DeleteYou just made me laugh out loud at that story. Just thinking of the face she gave you. ;)
ReplyDeleteHope your facial infection continues to improve with the meds and time.
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That dog joins a long line of unforgettable canine characters...what joy they have added to your life, and through your writing, our lives as well.
ReplyDeleteI must have missed your previous post. I'm so sorry to hear about Dorothy, we'll all miss her. Chin up John; life goes on for the rest of us. It's all part of life's painful circle.
ReplyDeleteLife is such a mixture of emotions! And we can only stay with the intense ones so long without a small relief. Dorothy's vulnerability and trust in you was so endearing.
ReplyDeleteHope there is a little time now for healing yourself too.
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ReplyDeleteHumor makes everything more bearable. Good one Dorothy.
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A lovely memory, Dorothy in pants and that LOOK.
ReplyDeleteMeanwhile every time Mavis goes out I have to follow her round the garden to try and get a urine sample ... catch it in a ladle the vet said!! Yep, right, not that easy when your dog is now pretty deaf so no longer wees to order, and when she does there are three different stances she takes. Mission unaccomplished up to now. :-(
I carefully secured my queenie's nappy - I would often find it abandoned x
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DeleteHumor helps, John. xx
ReplyDeleteI have read your blog each day for years and love hearing about all your animals. Every now and then I share your stories with my OH especially the animal ones. He was as sad as I when I told him of Dorothy's passing and we are both sending our commiserations. Losing a beloved pet is heart-wrenching. Alison in Leeds
ReplyDeleteA character to the end !
ReplyDeleteI can imagine that look. What a twosome!
ReplyDeleteJohn, d'ya think you'd come across the ocean to be with me when my time arrives? You are definitely special. I'm so glad you and Dorothy were together at home. Taking my beloved dog, Nasha, after an exceptionally painful few days fighting her cancer, to the vet to be injected and hoping for a simple, quiet exit....she had a heart attack before our eyes when injected. Horrible!! It was such a moving and tender exit for Dorothy. You're definitely in the right field of work. Hugs from the base of the mini-mountain in Maine. Regina
ReplyDeleteI love this about you, John. You show Dorothy extreme love, even more than usual at the end. But you bring your common sense to the show, too. I know that look, by the way - from my own mom who really despised those adult diapers, even at 102.
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