This just to say a big big thanks to Daisymay aka Kerry. Without her help and support I do not know what I would have done. This is Merlots last 72 hours.. On Wednesday Merlot my whippet who I have owned since May was staying with a friend as my bitch Eris is in season. He managed to get himself into the front room and had chewed around the window and opened it. We do not know if he jumped out or fell but it was a three story high flat! He was taken to the vets and the main injury apart from a graze and a bruise was a compound fracture of his elbow. He has completly smashed it.How he is alive is beond me. He was referred to an orthopedic specialist who have tried to save his leg. With their skill pins and wires they have re-alined the bone and stablised the joint. Although he has bone deficit and loss of skin he has hopefully a workable joint. So fingers crossed, he still has a long way to go but it is a good start to recovery. But this is to say thanks again to Kerry, deerhound people rally round and are there for you.

Jeez Chris, you must be worried sick. Best wishes to you and the wee fella and a big up to Kerry.

O poor little lad!Hope he'll be ok .

OMG! Poor Merlot and poor you. I hope he heals quickly. Ear rubs to the boy

Thinking positive thoughts for Merlot & you. I have not had any serious injuries with my dh yet, but my heart has been in my stomach a few times. All dogs do fill a big niche in our hearts don't they? I will hope that Merlot heals quickly and well.

Chris
Fingers crossed for Merlot. It's been a bit doom and gloom on here lately with these poor dog's. I hope he and you are ok
Helen

Cheer us all up then Helen,where's this pic of your new shortie haircut!!??

OMG Poor you and Merlot and I really hope that he will be fine again.
A million big hugs to you and Kerry and of course to Merlot.

elvee wrote:
[quote]Cheer us all up then

OMG, every one is asking! Been so busy this week with a baby and an injured sister in law, haven't had time to even think. One will follow on Facebook soon, promise!!

Not sure I like it now, it is sticking up a bit, think it might have been easier long!

Hi Chris ,what b;;;;RS they are, just when you think you,ve something special, they go and screw it up! Sounds like he,s a very lucky lad, just wish him the best for his recovery and hope he,s sound.

Have seen the photos Helen,love the haircut!Very sophisticated!Talented photographer too.

Its not what I wanted but as it is my neice who is the hairdresser, I think she aired on the side of caution as it was so long. Wanted more layers, but hey ho, it grows quick and then I can go for it next time.
Might make me look intelligent! Though a woman asked me if my baby nephew was my grandson the other day, could have smacked her one!!!

God Chris, what an awful thing to happen to the handsome Merlot. I hope he makes a
full and speedy recovery.

Thanks Chris. Merlot is a special boy & me and the girls love him