Jordi-week 3

Jordi continues to heal very well.  We are now doing 15-20 minutes easy walks 2-3 times each day--when weather permits. These walks need to be on level ground as much as possible which is hard to find around here.  We normally walk up and down our cul de sac which is a very slight hill.  He loves these walks.  We go at his pace most ofo the time until he tries to go fast--he is to walk and not trot.  It's also good for me to do these easy walks to get my foot and ankle back in shape.  His range of motion continues to be good.  He is feeling much better at this point than he did with the last knee.  I believe the laser treatment he got coming out of surgery made a huge difference in the initial healing.

In Memory of Mackie

Mackie was the first born pup at our house.  She was in a litter of 3--2 boys didn't survive.  The girls were robust.

Mackie 8 days old sleeping in an 8 inch cake pan.

Mackie nursed every chance she got.

After a meal--Mackie belly up.

Mackie makes a good pillow for sister, Tassie.

4 weeks of age--we could see those beautiful dark eyes

 12 weeks--lots of attitude

We nicknamed them 'The Bad Sisters"  They had so much fun together.  Here Tassie stands over Mackie.  12 weeks of age.  We hope they are together again.

Mackie earned her first points at 6 months of age.

One of Mackie's best friends, Rachel.  Rachel always got big smiles from Mackie.

Without a doubt-Mackie had a great smile.

Her 9th birthday--she knew she'd be getting toys.

September 20, 2002 Mackie whelped 5 beautiful puppies: 3 boys & 2 girls.

Mackie loved to track.  She set the standard for Dals as she was the first to become a Champion Tracker.  We spent many wonderful times tracking.  She was the perfect dog for me to track: she never made me think.  She was awesome.  It was always thrilling to walk/run behind her on a track.

TD title Oct. 31, 1999

TDX title: Novemeber 2003

VST title: May 22, 2005

Helping BJ make a salad.  She loved romaine lettuce and tomatoes.

Looking at her photo on the computer.

Mackie loved a good latte.

She was a 'Calendar Girl' many times.

Cuddling with BJ

In 2004 we traveled to Calgary Alberta Canada for the 100th Anniversary shows for that kennel club.  The Dalmatian National Specialty was also held at that time.  Mackie was Winners Female at all 5 shows.  She also earned a Best Opposite Sex and a Best of Breed over several specials.  She was also awarded a Group 2.  Those wins were enough to rank her #7 Dalmatian in Canada for that year.

The judge takes a 2nd look.

Mackie gives a kiss as we wait for the judge to hand out the group ribbons.

Group 2  Dr. Bodegard from Norway

Mackie at just 4 months short of 12 years of age earns the only Award of Merit at the Greater Denver Dalmatian Club afternoon specialty.  Judge: C. Cyopik

Mackie loved toys--especially squeaky balls, black Kongs, and anything that would dispense food.

12th birthday

14th birthday

14 years old-carrying her Kong

The best birthday gift every year was Pumpkin Biscotti made by her special friend, Pat.

Eating her rice cake birthday cake--11th birthday.

She was a good therapy dog.

She did Rally Obedience--just for Tana as it really wasn't her thing.  Shown here earning her Rally Advanced title under Judge Jim Ham.

CT CAN/UKC/INT CH MONUMENTAL MOMENT AT RAVENWD RE, TT, TDInc.

December 18, 1997 - January 30, 2012

She was a special girl who was greatly loved and will be missed so very much by Tana and B. J. Rugg

14  years 1 month

Jordi-12 days post surgery

It seems impossible that Jordi had his TPLO surgery only 12 days ago.  He is putting good weight on the leg-walking nicely.  We are doing several 5 minute walks each day; still doing massage and the range of motion exercises.  He loves the massages and falls asleep suring the ROM exercies.  He is so relaxed.  I've been letting each of the dogs come into the office to visit--one at a time.  He needs to keep his dog relationships going.  He really would love to romp and play, but that is a few months off.  I'm so pleased with his progress.  I really believe the initial laser treatment made a huge difference.  The surgical site looks great.  He is such a good patient.