Cone of Shame ~

Or shall I say donut of shame?  This inflatable cone is so much better than the hard plastic ones.  She is able to eat and drink (though she has not yet 😭).

As you can guess, Harper was spayed yesterday.  They said she did great.  We had an uneventful hour ride home from the vet's office.  She sat quietly on my lap, looking like Yoda!  She was pretty drugged up.

Came in the house, drank some water and proceeded to throw up on my hooked rug in the kitchen.  At least the other times she got sick was on a hard surface.

I thought I would be able to hook a bit with her sitting next to me.  Uh, well that wasn't meant to be.  She insisted on being on my lap, so I obliged.  I wish I could figure out how to post the video of her on my lap, but I am not that tech smart 😓.  It was a hoot the pug noises she was making!  

Still looking like Yoda . . . giving me the stink eye.

She is contentedly sleeping beside me while I type this post.  I am hoping she has a speedy recovery and in two weeks she will be ready to find her furever home.

Thanks so much for stopping by.
Harper hugs 😊
Lauren

3-3-3 Rule

The 3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs outlines the adjustment process in three phases:

• 3 Days:  This initial period is often referred to as "decompression".  Dogs may feel overwhelmed and nervous as they adjust to their new environment.
• 3 Weeks:  During this time, the dog begins to settle in and show their true personality.  They may start to feel more comfortable and secure in their new home.
• 3 Months:  By this stage, the dog should have fully adjusted to their new surroundings and routine.  They will likely exhibit more confidence and stability in their behavior.

This guideline helps set expectations for new dog owners and emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding the adjustment period.

First off, I forgot to mention that Harper turned 7 at the end of July.  I was initially asked if I would foster a puppy.  The answer was not only no, but hell no!!!  Previously when I fostered, the youngest was about a year old.  I prefer the middle aged gals.

She is doing ok.  She did "mark" a couple times . . . that I know of . . . even though she has barely been out of my sight.  I was sitting at the dining room table and she walked to the next chair over and lifted her leg.  ARGH!!!  Hopefully her spay will help this issue.  I just need to be patient, but I've never had a marker before.

She looks like the flying nun in this picture.  (Am I showing my age?)

Hooking may be a bit difficult.  Here she is sprawled across my lap while I am trying to pull a few loops 😁

Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs 😊
Lauren