Last Post

I know it has been a long time since I last posted but this will be the final one.

Uffa has made it as a guide dog which is just the best news I could get. I am just so proud of him and hope he settles down in his new life.

I still miss him and frequently look at his picture that is in pride of place and larger than those of my sons!

Good Luck Uffa and do a great job. No pinching socks!

A Visit From Uffa

On return from Singapore I obviously had 'phone Uffa' as high on the list of things to do. Maureen said Uf was doing fine and offered to come in and let me see him. I didn't need asking twice!

Maureen took him in and he was rather excited but was really good. It was wonderful to see him and get a play, especially with his lovely soft ears. It was hard to see him go especially as he looked out of the car all the way down the road.

I decided I would visit puppy class today and see everybody and of course Uffa. It was strange just watching but it was also very funny as Uffa kept looking across and if he caught my eye the tail would have a wee wag. Why it is easier to leave him now I don't know but I know he is settling well with Maureen. I have now started to tidy away my 'dog' stuff but only to the attic as who knows when we will be back and I can take up this wonderful task with a new puppy again.

Big Brave Uffa

Uffa has improved daily until yesterday when he was 'over improved'. Basically Uffa had a bit much bounce and a couple of times just went mental round the house.

Today was stitches out and Uffa just stood while they nipped them out. No more lampshade and tomorrow a short free run.

Tomorrow we pick Eric up at the airport which will be fun as we haven't seen him since February.I am pretty sure Uffa will not be a good guide dog and might well jump a little bit! Sunday is my really bad day, with Uffa going in the morning to live with Maureen. I think I will just leave Eric to do the deed. I just wish I could explain to him what is happening and why.

We leave for Singapore on Monday so at least I will be busy on Sunday afternoon as so far I have prepared nothing. If it was just a holiday I would have done more, never mind it will all work out-I hope.

Thank you to all who have read about Uffa's first months. I have thoroughly enjoyed having him and will miss him terribly. There is nothing like an Uffa cuddle. I will try to let you know how he progresses and if he finally makes it as a guide dog.

Progress Report

Uffa has made good progress during the last week and we (the royal we,Uf and I) would just like a nice walk and a decent sniff(Uf only). He has been a really patient patient and other than permanently having his toys all over the floor he has been no problem. He only wears his lampshade at night which means constant vigilance during the day but I think it is worth it. He rarely heads for the stitches which is a bonus.

He has his "ice lolly' which takes a while to eat each day(bone filled with dog food and frozen) and is playing with toys he hasn't looked at for a while. The toy box itself is turning out to be great fun.

Still roll on Friday.

Pictures today are Uf with his lolly and Uf with his snazzy new headgear.

Uffa Update

Uffa is doing fine now and we are managing to remove the 'lampshade' for a good part of the day. It means constant watching, if he goes for a drink so do I, but he really is not bothering about his surgery. We have been out for a short walk round the block which he must have enjoyed as he didn't want to come home. All being well the stitches will come out on Friday.

Uffa's Op

Poor Uffa had his operation on Tuesday which at first went well but the next morning had some bleeding. This meant a trip back to the vet who then kept him for the day and when I phoned decided to keep him overnight as well. Luckily when I phoned this morning I was told he could come home. He has been quite quiet all day just wanting petted and not his usual self, which was good for his recovery. Since tea he has brightened up and wants to play. Any suggestions what to play that doesn't involve bouncing, tugging or running?

For all those worried about him I hope todays picture will put your minds at rest.

Got to go as the invalid is attention seeking again-another cuddle.

Uffa's First Shower

Uffa was out in the woods again this weekend. When I say woods I think I should say 'ditches'. Saturday was a cleaner walk with a finishing clean stream. Sunday,well, Uffa found not only a muddy ditch but a stinky muddy ditch which turned his lower half orange right at the end of his walk! A decision was made to just take him home and stick him in the shower rather than rub forever. Uffa loved his shower (undercarriage only) especially getting his legs shampooed and rinsed. He watched the foul coloured water disappear as he became all clean and sweet smelling again. Uffa was then taken out and given a good dry, sadly not before he had a good shake in the middle of the bathroom. How far can a dog shake water? Further than you think! Next problem-see the colour of my jumper-bad choice. I should have known better and taken it off but hey I never learn. Thank goodness for washing machines!