Miles: A Rescue

[BDawg]

So today was Lexi's 8th birthday… so naturally we had a party! All her local puppals got together... she got lots of stuffed toys, cookies, and even a frosty paw. The girls baked cupcakes in her honor. We were going to do a Doggie Easter Egg Hunt, but the girls were afraid the labs would just break through the eggs and eat the plastic so we nixed it. But the dogs had a blast playing. And of course we tried for a photo shoot-- I'm sure you can't tell who's photographed all the time... hahahah... Oh Lexi!! You love pictures! Enjoy!!

Waiting for cookies...

Playtime begins!

In the yard:

Can we get this together, guys?

Thank you, Lexi!

Sit! Stay!

Wait!!

Almost there!

Then suddenly Maddie stood up over Miles. Miles just sat there.

Happy Birthday PooPoo! We love you!

Later everyone enjoyed Frosty Paws!

Miles prefers to bite his.

Miles was done playing at this point and ready to come home and go to sleep.

A good time was had by everyone!!

[sharronhurlbut]

This is so COOL!
Thanks so much for sharing.

[tsjoe007]

Seems they all had a GREAT time !! Happy Birthday Greetings from Belgium, Lex !:)

[Janneke]

Wow!! That's a GREAT way to celebrate your Birthday, Lexi!! I bet those cupcakes were delicious….

almost forgot: Happy 8th Birthday!!

[BDawg]

Well, we've been away for a while. We recently moved. Thought I'd post a few recent pics just for fun.

Miles sleeping on the job– should have been packing.

Lexi waiting for the move.

Miles enjoying his new digs!

Miles supervising the construction across the street. He really enjoys the sunroom.

[Rita Jean]

They both are beautiful. You all make a nice family.

Rita Jean

[Janneke]

Wow.. what beautiful windows!! Tillo is jealous at Miles' and Lexi's view..!
And of course: great pups

[thunderbird8588]

I just loved reading your post, in a world where we have so much trouble its nice to hear a story like this. Miles is lucky to have found you and i'm sure he will have lots of fun with Lexi.
Thanks for sharing.

[nala121498]

It's good to see you again! Your pups are as gorgeous as ever. Love the new house and the pics! Keep us updated when you can…

[Shaye's Mom]

Aawwww - love the nap picture - looks like it's going to be one happy little family. Great that he was able to find you guys.

[BDawg]

Some movies of the kids enjoying their new digs…

You know… to anyone else these might seem really boring-- but I ADORE watching my dogs-- play, sleep, whatever-- they bring such happiness to my life!

[sharronhurlbut]

These photos are wonderful.
Thank you so much for sharing.

[BDawg]

Did you click on the videos??

[Janneke]

Lexi looks dangerous!!!! :eek:

:D:D:D Very cute vids!

[bellabasenji]

They seem to enjoy each other tremendously! Lexi makes some sounds I don't ever hear from Bella, very cute!!!:D:D:D

[Basenjimamma]

I am very much like you in the sense of wanting/loving to see my dogs sleep, eat and play. My husband thinks I am a loon, but I find real peace with my animals..it is not broing at all. Thank you for sharing.

[Shaye's Mom]

Congratulations on your new little guy - so happy he found you. The pictures are wonderful. It warms the heart to read and see such great stories - wish we could find and take them all in like you did Miles.

[BDawg]

So… Lexi & Miles had their yearly checkup today. We switched to a new vet since we moved and I really love the lady. She took time and was sincere with her care.

Unfortunately both Lexi & Miles had elevated kidney functions on their screenings.
Their creatinine was high and bun was on the high end of the "normal" range. I'm wondering if the food they eat has too much protein. I feed them Orijen Senior.

Here's Orijen Senior's Content Analysis:
40% Protein
15% fat
6% fiber
1.3% phos

The vet recommended I put the dogs on Royal Canin LP (prescription).
Here's Royal Canin LP's Content Analysis:
11% Protein
10.5% fat
6.2% fiber
.25% phos

Now... I don't know what to do. seems like that the recommended food is on the opposite extreme of the spectrum. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? I'm wondering if there is some food that is not as extreme. Thoughts??

[nobarkus]

What was the Thyroid readings? If they both had the same high readings then that could be the problem. You can only try the diet and see what happens. Too much protein puts a strain on the kidneys as they are trying to get rid of the waste.

[Tayda_Lenny]

Tayda had elevated Creatinine and BUN. I originally had her on the Wellness Core - which is very high protein - around 40% I think. I switched her to a variety of lower protein foods - Blue Buffalo, Wellness Senior, Innova Senior - which were all around 18-23% and it brought her Creatinine and BUN right down.

If there is nothing else abnormal about their bloodwork - just switching their food could do the trick…