Surgery Day

Xanadu arriving at the vet’s early this morning

Surgery day is finally upon us.  What a mixed bag of emotions!  I am very relieved to say that I haven’t cried. This tells me that I am making the best decision for Xanadu.  He started out the day confused when he didn’t get breakfast. I have been feeding him only the tastiest foods – chicken breast, steak and salmon – so he wasn’t very happy when I ignored his appetite. 

I am very hopeful and optimistic about the outcome of his amputation. I just want him home where I can attend to his every need. His buddy, Zoey, our 8-year-old Lab/Great Dane knows something is up. We don’t usually come home without Xan. I wish I could explain it to her. I feel bad for her because she has not received as much attention as Xan these past few months. I hope that after he recovers we can get back to more doggie outings.  And I am trying to shower her with attention today.  I need the distraction.

I look forward to the vet’s call this afternoon. I just want to know that he made it through the surgery with flying colors.

Good luck, Xani. Be brave! You have a lot of people pulling for you today. 

XOXO.