Queenie Continued

[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Folks

Time for a new thread. Queenie is going back in the am to the vets. Her eyes are running again, and she is sneezing again. The coughing has increased as well.

This is killing me, she seemed so much better. The last couple of days she has declined some. My husband and I noticed this morning that she was sneezing and coughing quite a bit.

So back on the coaster again. The vet is going to do another xray to see what her lungs look like.

Keep those rays coming though. She is still playing with her chewy, and knocked one of my guys over to get to me last night, so the spunk is still there. She is getting very pocessive.

Keep all paws crossed that this xray comes back good.

Andrea

[Dolly's Mom]

Mega dose of healing rays to Queenie and YOU!}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Sandi and the grrrrrls

[Little Freddie]

Paws are crossed Andrea! I'm glad that Queenie still has spunk (and an attitude as well?<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm26.gif" border=0>). Is she still eating ok? Freddie sends her a BIG http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/kiss2.gif

Susan

[dutchman]

Sending rays and not those X rated ones. So she is knocking the others aside, a born fighter and lover. Guess who is going to be the little alpha in your house.

Best Wishes,

Tom and the boys

[Wienergal]

HANG IN THERE, QUEENIE!

More raaaayyyyzzz needed? No problem! Hang in there, little girl!

Many kisses from the Chicago contingent--

Farfel, Peaches, Arnie, and Angie
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[Oscar's Mom]

How is Queenie doing? She keeps bouncing back, what a little fighter she is. What a great holiday gift it would be if she was all healthy for the holidays! Come on Queenie you can pull thru this! Big hugs to Queenie and you & your family http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/heart.gif

[weenie]

Hang in there Queenie and Andrea! Mega rayz coming from me and Willi!

-Kris
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[pluto'slanie]

Paws, fingers, toes and eyes crossed. Let's go Queenie. We're all rooting for you. Lanie and Pluto

[Tanya]

Sending more rayz Queenie's way. Hope this will be over soon and Queenie will be Queen of the pack! And thanks Andrea for your kind words on my Ben.
Tanya

[Dukey's Mom]

Morning,

Queenie is at the vets. She had her fan club greet her when I brought her in. They are sp good to her.

They are doing another set of xrays today, and hopefully, by the time I get home, they will know what is going on.

She was funny, I had to stop and get gas, and I went in and paid. Her eyes were like saucers and all you saw was this little face stuck into the window.

The woman who works at the gas station thought she was adorable. So, I of course had to tell her the whole puppymill thing.

The whole time Queenie was watching me. This is a small town gas station, and my car was about 7 feet from the door.

I get back in the car and she stayed on my lap to the vets.

I am just hoping that we have some good news today.

Oh jeez, guys, I need some help! Queenie still hasn't been spayed because of the pneumonia. I hope this doesn't sound stupid, but what do I do if she goes into heat, never been through that before?

Andrea

[Jennifer]

What a cute story about the gas station!

Sending rays to Queenie. I hope that her x rays come back good today.

[Penny's Aunt]

Queenie MAY not come into heat for several months for two reasons: all the physical stress she's been going through, & dogs often don't come into heat in winter (bad time for puppies). She may even wait until Feb or March.

But if she DOES, just some bitch britches to keep the house clean. Get the kind that take the disposable liners.

And keep her away from the boys.<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm28.gif" border=0>

[wireweiners]

Penny's Aunt is right. Her season may be delayed because of the stress and the season. If you don't have any intact boys in your house, you won't have any problems. The other girls and neutered boys may act interested and try to mount her but the ol' squirt bottle can help put a stop to that. Take her out on leash or go out with her so none of the neighborhood boys decide to come calling. Get her some britches and panty liners and you will be fine.

Button is going through her first season now and I have 2 intact boys so I am playing musical dogs. Poor Button is too young to realize what all the fuss is about. She wants to play. She looks cute in her little blue jeans though.

[Dukey's Mom]

Thanks for the advice. All my guys are S/N but I just realized about Queenie. I hope you are right. I am hoping we can get her spayed sometime soon.

They kept her overnight for observation last night. Chest xray still looks better, but it is still there.

I am hoping I can bring her home tonight. She always gets so excited when she comes home. She tries to run around the kitchen. She runs up to the other kids and kisses them.

I'll keep you posted.

Andrea

[dutchman]

Andrea,

Sounds good that the x-rays look better. I suspect it will take a little while longer before she clears up totally. We will keep sending rays and hope that by Christmas all of Queenie's lung problems will be behind her. Then she can build up her strength and face her dental problems in the new year.

I know it has to be quite the emotional roller coaster for you with Queenie being in and out of the vets. The spirit and will to not only survive but to thrive and be just one of the family at your home is an example all of us can learn from.

Best wishes and rays,

Tom and the Boys

[wireweiners]

I wasn't aware she had tooth problems too. Guess I haven't been paying attention. Until she is well enough to be spayed and have them cleaned you might want to use some nolvadent or cetafresh in her mouth. These are doggie mouth washes that will kill some of the bacteria and keep her teeth from getting worse and aid in preventing abcesses when used with regular brushing. Also if she will chew on one of the rope type toys, that will go a long way toward removing some of the gunk from her teeth.

[Dukey's Mom]

You can see Queenie's teeth on our website. Her page is the 'Can you help" page.

Her teeth are rotted badly, she will lose most of them. Our site is c2cdr.org

Tom, thanks for all your kindness. I do know, she is getting Turkey on Thanksgiving, and Christmas, she will have her own stocking. Oh my, I am going to need a bigger mantle!

Andrea

[Penny's Aunt]

There is so much stuff available on the 'net that I'm sure you should be able to find an "EXTEND-A-MANTLE" somewhere.

Queenie had this condition for so long, it would be unlikely to clear up "overnight".

Dachsies only use their teeth on household items (furniture, clothes, $400 glasses, leather shoes, etc). You could rip out every tooth in their head, & they would still swallow their dinner in 1.37 seconds, same as before.

It's just their smile that looks a little funny.

[Roxane]

Hi Andrea:
Finally made it to the board to check on The Queen. It still sounds very encouraging.
Out of curiosity, how much trouble does she have eating? And except for the items mentioned by PA (furniture etc. http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/lol.gif) what will she be able to eat once the dental work is done?
Sending more hugs her way,
Roxane & crew +2

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[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Folks,

Just got off the phone with my vet. Queenie has permanent damage to her lungs. To the point, that she will always cough when exerted. The pneumonia is better, she still has it, but because her lungs are damaged, she has to fight that much harder to get rid of it. They were unable to see it before because of all the gunk in her lungs previously.

She will have to be prednisone the rest of her life, and it's going to be a long time before we can put her under for her teeth or to be spayed.

On top of everything, they now think she has allergies.

This poor dog. She wants to play so badly, but I am really going to have to watch her. She wants to run, but it sets her off.

I just found out my other foster has cancer, this is not turning into a good day.

Wanted to let you know how the Queen is though. She is coming home tonight, which will make her happy. I think some spoiling is in order.

Mega Rays needed today

Andrea

[Krista]

Rays headed from me and my two boys to the Queen and the ill foster dogger too!

We have been praying and will keep doing so!

[dutchman]

Hi Andrea,

I was afraid as long as Queenie had the pneumonia that she might have some permanent damage. My dad who is 80 has some scars in his lungs from pheumomia when he was a kid. Being on the prednisone is not the worst thing that could happen. Even with her limitations Queenie is getting to experience a quality of life she has never known. She will continue to be a special needs girl but enjoy the time she has with you. Who knows she may be like some those relatives who everyone has. The ones that everyone expects to die and they just keep on going outliving everyone else.

Sorry to hear about the other rescue. Here is a reference page you might want to check out for information on cancer. http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/cancercure/animalcancerctr.htm If anyone ever has the need and finical resources to make use of the VTH at CSU let me know. I can help make travel or housing arrangements at this end. I could even provide short term housing if you don't mind a sloppy house keeper<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm9.gif" border=0> and a sleeper sofa in the living room. Anyone who takes advantage of this offer has to promise not to describe my housekeeping to the board<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm28.gif" border=0> .

Best wishes and rays

Tom and the Boys

[weenie]

Wow Tom! That truly is a "state of the art" facility. Thanks for the link.

-Kris
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[weenie]

Andrea,

I am so sorry to hear all of this. Mega rayz coming your way!

-Kris
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[TessieMom]

Was tired this evening, but had to check on Queenie. Sorry about the complications, but where she is now is so far from where she was! More Giga Mega Rayz from me and the girls. Rena

[georgette]

Hi Andrea & Queenie,
You didn't think I was gone, did you? Just a very intense week in many ways but we're ALWAYS thinking about you with love and now - gladness.
Queenie tell your Mom to try not to jump back anywhere near that old emotional roller-coaster. We know that you're progressing very well and according to the best possible expectations. So you can't run for 10 minutes, then you trot for 5, OK? Not so different. You're going to have a long and beautiful life.
Love Georgie and troops

[Wienergal]

Andrea, Georgette is so right! No surprise that she has some permanent lung damage--but the thing is, her lungs are now clear enough that it can be SEEN! This is good news. So she won't be able to run in the Wienerdog Wienernationals. Big deal! Amy's Owen has that wrapped up anyway. And if she has to be on prednisone for life, she will be VERY happy, AND any allergies she has won't bother her very much. I really feel she has turned a big corner and is on her way!

I'm very sorry to hear about your other rescue, though. Geez, Andrea. You sure have been through the wringer. I think you're due for a few months of nothing more strenuous than doing a home check or two.

[Dukey's Mom]

You guys are so wonderful! I don't know what I would do without you.

I talked with the vet at length last night. Queenie, as you say, will always be a special needs girl. The pneumonia is better, but lingering, but as you say, the xray was much clearer. She has to go back in a week for another xray.

I brought her home and let her out to do her business. Guys, she ran like crazy, and I let her, I wish you could see her, it's like she is grinning. I stopped her, settled her down, and fed everyone. I know I shouldn't have let her run, but she just loves it. I promise to try to keep her quiet.

Meena, geez, I don't know. Now I can't adopt her out. The vet said it is like a woman with breast cancer, did we get it all, time will tell. She is so sweet. She loves to play ball, and will toss it and catch it herself. I hope she is going to be ok. I have to do breast exams on her. She follows me everywhere, and howls when you ask where her ball is. This was something I had not expected.

Then we had a 3rd little guy at my vets, 12 year old, severe heart murmur, horrible teeth, and some sort of mass in his abdomen. His name is junior and his owner died. He is adorable! He's a sweet sweet little man

Rough night with the pups.

Tom, I am going to check out that link, and you are a sweetheart! I promise, if we ever take you up on your offer,we won't even look at the house!

Andrea

[Jennifer]

I am so glad to hear the news that her xrays were clearer that is wonderful. I agree with everyone else, that the fact that she is alive is amazing and if she can't run marathons, then that is just fine because she has come so far.

I am really sorry to hear about your foster with cancer. I am hoping that everything turns out OK.

Bless you so much for all that you do. Rescue is such an emotional roller coster because you see the best in people (everyone who rescues) and the worst in people. Give Queenie a kiss from Betty.

Jennifer

[pluto'slanie]

Hi Andrea, Please don't worry about the prednisone treatment. I posted earlier about my dog Junior who was on prednisone almost 10 years and died at age 14. W/o the drug his quality of life would have been unacceptable. Instead, he lived a long and happy <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm12.gif" border=0> life. Sad about the poochie diagnosed w/ cancer. Rayzzz to all and Thanksgiving wishes to you and your family. Lanie and Pluto

[Dolly's Mom]

Pssssst! Queenie! Dis is Dolly Doglet<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm12.gif" border=0> I snucked on my mommy's puter while she's at wook. Me and the Madderoo girl are so happy that you got a better xray thingy. About getting winded fast? Well, let me tell you, stick to the bellyrubs and you won't get winded at all. I'm one for NEVER exerting myself more than is absolutely necessary. We're glad you are feelin' frisky, but try to take it easy girl, otay? Don't forget....BELLY RUBS!!!http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/bounce.gif

Your puppy pals,
Dolly and Maddie

Sandi here!

Andrea, you have the biggest heart in the world to give such love to these not so fortunate dachsies. YOU are a very special lady and I am proud to know you! Rays to your rescue pup and continued rays to Queenie.

ps....I want to contribute to the Queenie fund. Can you please email me privately with the address?

Sending love,
Sandi <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm20.gif" border=0>

[Roxane]

Hi Andrea, trying to get caught up again...I take issue with the sages who say dogs do not express emotion. Queenie is, by your account not just happy, she is positively estatic to be able to run free and have doggy fun!http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/dog.gif
This is such great news. The tooth thing will be taken care of, all in due time. For now she is enjoying all the things she had been denied, bless her heart.
Sounds like you've hit another hurdle. This you did not need. Life does throw curve balls sometimes.
We are all thinking of you,
Roxane & crew +2


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[WOTANSMUTTI]

<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm3.gif" border=0> Hi Queenie and Andrea!
Have just tuned in from a few days off and am glad that The Queen is doing so much better. Sad about the other pups and all the anxiety you have to go through on their account now!

many Rayzzzz and health barks coming your way from our corner- <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm37.gif" border=0>

Sonja and the "family"

[isobelsmom]

Andrea,

I'm so happy to hear that Queenie is doing well. The sparkle in their eyes makes it all worth it, yes? Sorry to hear about the other puppers . . . please, remember to take care of yourself.

Give the little Queen a hug from me and Isobel is sending Dachsie Rayz Fed-Ex to her hero!

mary

[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Folks!

Wanted to give you an update. She is holding her own. She has permanent damage to her lungs. She cannot be allowed to run, which is next to impossible at my house. Vet wants her leash walked only. She will always cough because of the damage. She is still getting up gunk, and I guess she will for a while. We're going on 3 months now.

We are getting ready for Thanksgiving and the Queen will have her own plate, not that she needs it, with the belly she is sporting!

I think because she has been so inactive, she is piling on the pounds. Right now, thats the least of my worries.

Her eyes are still running and she is still sneezing, but the vet said she will for a while.

So, really no change, except she is a porky girl! When I think back to a few weeks ago, I can live with that.

Andrea

[dutchman]

Hi Andrea,

Thank you for the update. It sounds like Queenie is holding doing a little better than holding her own. It sounds like despite her limitation she is now living a decent quality life. I hate to think of the what if's if she hadn't found you.

This year you can be thankful for how far Queenie has come and the rest of us are thankful that there are people like you in the world.

Best Wishes,

Tom and the boys (Frank and Tanner)

[pluto'slanie]

<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm30.gif" border=0> Pluto and I love to hear good news. Bless you and your 2 legged and 4 legged family. We know that your little <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm37.gif" border=0> Queenie wouldn't be here today without the love and perseverence of you folks. You all have much to be thankful for.

[TessieMom]

Andrea, That is really great news when you consider where Queenie was. <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm8.gif" border=0>
Rena

[Susan's Freddie]

Andrea, she can probably benefit from a little extra weight right now. It's good to know she is stable! I'm still amazed at her, but of course she would not be here today without you. A big hug to you Andrea and a http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/kiss2.gif to the Queen. Queenie, sweet turkey dreams!http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/biggrin.gif

Susan

[georgette]

<FONT COLOR="Red"><FONT size="4">I like a girl who's full-figured. -Danny</FONT s></FONT c>

[Augie Dog]

This is great news, the Queen will get a thanksgiving dinner. But the one we are all thankful for is you Andrea and all the rescuers out there.<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm34.gif" border=0>

[WOTANSMUTTI]

Andrea,

You won't have a hard time trying to figure out what Queenie's halloween costume will be for next year. Just get her a crown and a flowing purple cape.

Hope she enjoyed her meal(s)- hahaha.

Love Sonja and Wotan<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm3.gif" border=0>

[georgette]

OK it's Sun. night and I'm already psyched for the Queenie weekend update. Did she enjoy a great big plate of turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, no veggies, etc?
Was it warm, warm, warm, and did she get lots of snuggles and kisses?
Did she play?
Did she get her share of admiration and compliments?
Did she doze on someone's lap and sleep in your bed?
As it should be.

[Roxane]

We are waiting for the next great news too. Queenie is our Standard Bearer, without a doubt!http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/bounce.gif
Roxane, G, B, S, & B

[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Folks,

Sorry to keep you waiting. We have a new Queenie saga. As of last Wednesday, I noticed that Queenie looked really huge, then by Friday am, she was so distended I called the vet.

I brought her in, and an xray showed that she was cram packed with food. The problem was, it wasn't passing through. They walked her all day trying to get her to pass it, no luck. They think she may have some sort of blockage. They are doing side views to see if they can spot anything. This poor girl!

She has been there since Friday, and I am waiting to hear about her. I'm concerned because I have actually cut back on feeding because my guys are not as active now because it's cold.

This poor girl just cannot handle anything else.

Send those rays guys, I am panicking everytime my phone rings in my office.

Andrea

[dutchman]

Rays are on their way. Any chance that angle bear is missing it's other wing?

Best Wishes,

Tom and the boys

[Jennifer]

More rays, hugs, and prayers on the way. I have a pretty strong feeling that Queenie isn't about to give up now...

Jennifer

[Oscar's Mom]

Sorry to hear about the new problem.
Many rays to Queenie.

[Heather]

Hugs and lots of love to you and Queenie.

[georgette]

Geez Queenie now don't let any of us take a sigh of relief or anything. Andrea please let us know the minute you hear anything. Love, Georgette

[Tanya]

Oh man Andrea. I hate to hear this about Queenie. I hated to read also that she has permanent lung damage as well. You know my prayers are with this girl. She has fought so hard and we have all prayed so hard. I know your nerves are probably fried. I know mine are with Ben and it has only been 3 weeks for me as opposed to 3 or more months for you and Queenie girl. I will continue to pray and to think of only good thoughts for her.
Tanya

[TessieMom]

Kibby and I and all the other girls are sending more giga giga rayz to Queenie and her hoomom, Andrea. Hope she is feeling better by the time you read this, Rena

[Roxane]

Andrea, I am so sorry to hear...
Roxane

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[pluto'slanie]

Prayers, rays, hugs and kisses to you and Queenie. Come on girl, we're all pulling for you. Lanie and Pluto

[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Again!

I must first say, you are all the most dear and kindest friends, I will ever have, and I hope you all know how much I truly mean that, I would never have survived the Queenie saga without you all. Of course, that continues.

It seems Queenie has faked us all! I saw her xrays today, I was shocked!

It seems the Queen had a severe case of overindulgence and gas!

Me thinks some guests at Thanksgiving dinner gave her a few too many tidbits!

I made up special holiday plates for all my kids, ok, don't beat me up here!

It seems someone added to the Queen's fare!
I saw the xray when she went in Friday am. It showed a belly filled to the gills with food!

They walked her and then she was filled with..ummm...poop!

Anyway, our Queen,gorged herself, unbenoist to me! I am so happy to know that our Queen has just gained an appetite!

This dog will never cease to amaze me, or us!
Anyway, the Queen is home tonight,and chewing on a rawhide, which I have no idea how she even can! Especially with her mouth.

She has to mean something. She has to be here for a reason, she has come so far, and shouldn't even be here.

Perhaps she wouldn't if she didn't have all of you pulling for her.

So, she still has her original issues, but, now we know our Queen is a piglet!Can you even believe this????

Ok, the piglet and I are going to sleep now, have a wonderful night.

BTW....Dottie is anxious to get back to her DWD ways, she is very upset at not posting!


Andrea and the fat gang!

[~Jen~]

Wow Andrea thats great looks like Queenie is up to some good ole doxie tricks...lol http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/smile.gif Glad to hear shes feeling better. I check the posts everyday to see if there is any news http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/smile.gif

Sending More Rayzzzzzzzz just because she deserves them!! http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/smile.gif

Jen

[Dolly's Mom]

Those must be PARFULL L@@KS Miss Queenie to con the hoomans into feeding you and feeding you and....http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/biggrin.gif Oh though you may have had the QUEEN of tummy aches, it was kind of worth it wasn't it? http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/facelick.gif Your poor mommy though, be careful with her. Don't you think she's been through enough??? Glad you're feelin' better.

Sandi

[dutchman]

Hi Andrea,

Great news, rays will be coming her way as long as she is with us but at least while this time have have been a little costly it's something I'm sure many of our little friends across the country had to face.

Best wishes,

Tom and the Boys (Frank and Tanner)

[Susan's Freddie]

<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm42.gif" border=0>Andrea, sorry, but I can't help but laugh! I'm just relieved it's nothing serious! May I ask, did she not poop for a couple days or so? Maybe you just didn't notice? So, did the Vet give her anything to "clean her out"? I would think they would, but maybe not. Do they give enemas to dogs? LOLhttp://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/biggrin.gif

Susan<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm38.gif" border=0>

[Oscar's Mom]

Few, so happy to hear it was nothing serious.

[pluto'slanie]

<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm12.gif" border=0> Faked out once again by a dachshund (or should I say piggy). Continuing rayzzz. Lanie & Pluto

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[Heather]

Queenie was sent to you for a reason.

Many people go through their lives without any life altering experiences, or even a reason to think about life in general. Queenie was a gift, and even though it feels it may have felt like a rotten one the past months, undoubtedly a gift of life. You have been given a great gift-I am sure your whole view on life, love, and the people around you has changed.

So glad to hear Queenie was just stuffed.

[Dukey's Mom]

Hi Folks,

Queenie is staying the same for once, and seems to be improving. She got pretty winded yesterday, but she was trying to play outside.

Coughing is better, and her eyes look better too. She has a new trick, she is hoarding toys and chewies. I was cleaning Saturday and we keep a comforter under our bed for whomever wants to sleep there. Well, I went to wash the comforter and there was a pile of toys under the bed. I saw her yesterday going upstairs, toy in mouth and went right under the bed. She is stock piling!

She just continues to amaze me. The only really weird thing is, in 3 months, I have never heard her bark, not once. Even when all the others are.

Does anyone have any experience with the mill dogs, and not barking?

Anyway, she is a little fighter, and hanging in there.

Thanks for all the rays, I think they are making the difference!

Andrea

[dutchman]

Hi Andrea,

My Aggie who was a mill rescue almost never spoke. The only time I heard her voice for the first six months or so after I got her was if something really upset her and then she would not bark or cry if I was where she could see me. Eventually she would start to let out a little yip if she cut in front of me while we were out walking and she accidently got kicked. In our last few months (I lost her after 23 months to complications following emergency back surgery) she had started on race occasions yo use her voice if front of me. When she had her disk problems the doctors had to monitor her heart and pupil response to try and determine if she was in pain. Everyone at the VTH described her as a stoic little girl never once letting out a whimper to say she was hurting.

I know there were other dogs who HUA got our of the same mill at the same time who were also quite when they first got to their new homes. One of Aggie's mill mates lives here and was adopted into a home with two or three other dachshunds and learned to bark from the others but I understand it took her about three months to start talking. I wonder if the people at the mill turned a hose on the animals if they dared to speak.

May you and your family have a great Christmas. Watch out Queenie will be hoarding the presents under your bed.

Best Wishes,

Tom and the boys (Frank and Tanner)

[Roxane]

Hi Andrea:
Encouraging news; the Queen is still getting better. Would love to have her teach Greta and Baylea how to be quiet! They have a complete vocabulary of sounds for each and every situation. http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/lol.gif
Hugs for Queenie,
Roxane, G & B, S & B

[Wienergal]

OK, Andrea, let's see... The Queen has apparently been giving dinner guests The L@@K in order to obtain forbidden food. She ate it all and was full of gas. Now she is hoarding toys under the bed.

HellllllOOOOOOO!! I would say this little girl has turned the corner and is tearing down the block! Sounds like your totally typical dachsie to me!

I have such clear images of her from your wonderful posts--wish you lived around the corner so I could actually SEE her. I'm sure we all feel the same. http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/biggrin.gif

[Susan's Freddie]

That is GOOD news to hear about Queenie! How cute of her to be hiding HER toys! I love it!http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/biggrin.gif She is one special girl, and she's so lucky to have you Andrea.http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/smile.gif I hope you're able to catch up on much needed rest! We do appreciate your updates on Queenie, thanks.<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm38.gif" border=0>

Susan

[Heather]

You have put a smile on my face! So happy to hear that Queenie is doing well!

[Oscar's Mom]

I'm so happy to hear about Queenie. I think she has a place in all of our hearts http://dachsie.org/ubb/smilies/heart.gif

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[georgette]

Someone on the DRNA board posted this message. I think it applies to Queenie:

Subject: Anyone Recognize These Traits? 1. If I like it, it's mine
2. If it's in my mouth, it's mine
3. If I can take if from you, it's mine
4. If I had it a little while ago, it's mine
5. If it's mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way
6. If I'm chewin something, all the pieces are mine
7. If it looks like mine, it's mine
8. If I saw if it first, it's mine
9. If you are playing with something and you put it down, it automatically becomes mine

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[TessieMom]

Go for it Queenie. Stash everything you can... cause you never know when you might need something! Rena

[Mickamack]

I think if there is one dog who long overdue on hoarding a few toys, I think it's Queenie. She's finally got a good life, and she's going to stash every little piece away of it that she can. You go girl!

[dutchman]

Just making a quick post to bring this thread backup up on the list. There was a hiccup on the server this morning that resulted in all postings since December 5 to be lost.


Andrea we all hope that your dad is continuing to make good progress with his recovery by bypass surgery. We also hope that Queenie will once again prove be a miracle dachsie and pull through her latest set back.

Best wishes, rays and prayers,

Tom and the boys (Frank and Tanner)

[georgette]

Lighting our candles here in New Jersey and desperately waiting for news about our girl.
Christmas love to her, Georgette, Gabby, Danny
PS and of course to you and your family too Andrea
We are grateful that you dad's surgery was a success.