A little over 12 years of age, Miss Sadie Lou still tries to act 2 and we have to watch her when she plays fetch as she would run, run, run non stop and not care one bit about her poor ol’ bones.
If she had it her way, she would have all the balls, squeakers, and toys in her possession and would play nonstop ignoring her arthritis. She can still chase with the best of them with her little modified run. We know when she is late getting her meds as she begins to hobble more and looks at us with those sweet sweet eyes when having to tackle the two steps on the deck. Breaks. My. Heart.
She has not had too many seizures lately and amazes us when she does. She fights through and then tries to get up and get going as soon as it passes. She pushes forward not letting it slow her down. Miss Maggie Mae seemed to sense when they were coming and would always lay by her side until they were over. It has been interesting to see how Miss Stella handles these scary moments. She does not seem to sense them, yet, but does indeed stay close by as if taking on the role of caretaker that Miss Maggie had with Miss Sadie’s seizures.
This adorable face is one that I often imagine she gives to Miss Stella when trying to gather all the toys into a pile just for her, seniority rules remember, or when Miss Stella is able to hop, jump, and prance at will. These two are so very sweet together, best buds snoozin’ side by side, but then there are those moments when I picture a little ol’ lady with a cane bent over and tired, hobbling to her rocker when this energizer of a bunny toddler comes out of no where bouncing, jumping, unbelievably happy and loud. I often wonder what is going through Miss Sadie’s mind when she is trying to relax and Miss Stella is ready to rumble.
Just Ramblin’
What a gorgeous grand ‘old’ lady. Yup, it does break one’s heart to think of how much she wants to be able to play the way she used to. Ah, but she looks really happy and content where she is.
Thank you. We think she is grand too. I think that is the trick, to truly by happy and content where you are at the moment. She does that well most often. : )
Brings back sad memories of my own precious Jassy!
I am so sorry to have brought back sad memories! That was not my intention. Living with a ‘senior’ pup and a young pup is a journey in and of itself. Sharing the adventure was the intent. : ) I hope even though you have had sad memories return of Jassy, happy ones also returned and remain in your heart today.
Yes I really do have many happy ones! Big tears now though!
I totally understand! We do the same with moments and memories that bring back Miss Maggie Mae. So very sad, many many tears, and happy memories of our gorgeous black lab girl. : ) Enjoy your happy memories and day!
Our dog is 13 and I wonder the same thing when the young un gets a bit wild! Great photos. She’s got such a sweet face.
Thanks. She does have a great little smile too (Chessies are known for their smiles.) Funny the interactions of our pups. Would it not be interesting to actually know what they are thinking? Btw, your roasted pineapple looks amazing!
She still looks amazing. I had a golden retriever who seemed really ill, but some meds gave her some more active years and I was always amazed at the difference they made to his quality of life.
Golden retrievers are gorgeous. : ) Watching them age is so difficult. We are trying to make sure she continues to have great moments and quality of life. Having gone through this with Miss Maggie Mae, we are very careful, watchful, and intent with purpose to make sure she is doing well. : )
Miss Sadie Lou is a grand lady Just Ramblin’. Wonderful pictures!
Thanks so much Bassas. She is most definitely grand. Love her to pieces. : )
I have trouble like that too, Miss Sadie Lou, that’s why I ride the four-wheeler with Mom and I don’t run. Sometimes I run a little ways trying to show Boomer and Mom I can still do it, but I really can’t. I’m sure you understand.
I really like your smile. I also like to catch balls.
Fuzzy
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A four wheeler is a great option! Very cool. Complete understanding here. : )
Ms. Saide will definitely make it through. She is a fighter I see like so many of us women are
. And she still looks GORGEOUS! Make sure you tell her we all think so 
.
I will : ) Thanks so much. She still has her spunk and ‘go get em’ attitude. True, we women are able to do what needs to be done. Enjoy your evening. : )
Ah Miss Sadie Lou – you rock!! So sweet how Miss Stella is there to look after you buddy
Have fun guys,
Your pal Snoopy
: ) She does rock!
That IS awesome that she’s twelve years old!!! Miss Sadie Lou will be a great nurse…it is interesting to see the dynamic between young and old. Miss Chloe was brought into our household as Zippo was getting on in years…but they loved each other so very much…she took his passing very hard. Honestly, dogs are very, very wise!
They are so very wise. We can learn so much from them. : )
Miss Sadie Lou (I like her name) seems to be very confident!
Thanks. : ) Her full name is quite a mouthful. She is a complete sweetheart.
That is just precious! Our Miss. Scarlet is very much the same. She will play, play, and play some more. She’s only 8 but has had lots of health scares including seizures.
AROOOOOOF!
Boondocks & The Love Shack Pack
Thanks so much. I hope Miss Scarlet has a playful great day today! Seizures are so not cool. : (
She is so pretty! 12 years old….that is awesome!
Thanks Remington. She is such a trooper!
12 years old! WOWZERS! So beautiful….
Thank you. She holds her age very well. Wish I could say the same for myself, lol!
12yrs old… blessed and beautiful Sadie Lou.
Cherokee is turning 10 in September. She still plays hard, despite one bad knee. We try to keep her calm, but her will to play is strong. By the end of the day, she’s hobbling on 3 legs. Sweet, sweet puppies.
They will play play play and never stop if we do not stop them. : ) Miss Sadie has to have her meds in the morning and evening without missing a beat or she has the hardest time getting around. She adores chasing that ball so we make sure she is good to go!
What a sweet, sweet girl. She is amazing.
Thank you. The way she has taken care of us with her little spirit amazes us. : )
You go Miss Sadie! Beautiful pictures of a beautiful lady!
Thanks so much. Chessies are such gorgeous pups and have the sweetest souls. : )
I love that second picture of Miss Sadie Lou with her ball! It captures her sweet, playful old soul. I love her strength and the way she just pushes on. I can imagine when Stella comes to rumble she’s probably thinking, “Lord, not again!” LOL!
Thanks so much! You nailed it I do believe. I often think she has to be wondering what in the world is this huge brown furball up to now! She is an amazing girl.