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Hey guys, I'm in Saskatoon now. Tomorrow Tuesday, my dog Pepper gets a new hip. Surgery will take 6-8 hours. I dropped her off today and now the waiting begins.
It's been a slow month for lesson production, since I've not been home much due to this and my daughter's uni set up. My apologies for the quiet time. When I'm back, I'll publish a lesson I've worked on for a while, and hopefully you'll learn something fun from it.
In the meantime, feel free to start any threads on lessons - I can reply here with suggestions, tips and advice as time permits.
I'm curious to hear how you are doing with your playing and growth as a musician.
Later.
Posted : September 20, 2021 17:59
Good luck to Pepper. Here's hoping all turns out well!
Posted : September 21, 2021 07:00
Clayton reacted
This are all important thing Robert!
Wish you the best, and hope Pepper feels good soon!
Posted : September 21, 2021 08:58
Clayton and Bluesiline reacted
Dog Gonnit! My creatures are family and soul companions. We are so lucky to have the unconditional love of animal. You two are in my thoughts.
Posted : September 21, 2021 17:43
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Pepper is doing well after surgery. They are keeping her one more day to monitor her pain and ability to move around. Most likely, we drive home tomorrow morning with her. It's a long way to go still - 4 months of recovery is expected.
They found cracks in her pelvis and had to use a different method of attaching the new hip to the pelvis than planned. It's slightly less desirable because there is a higher risk it can get dislodged during recovery.
I will have to so careful handling her for 4 months. It's going to be an interesting autumn. I will not be going anywhere so I think this will be a good time to redo my studio and plan and record new, fresh lesson material. 🙂
Posted : September 22, 2021 10:09
Bluesiline and Clayton reacted
Sounds like the Eagles: "Take it easy."
You're a good man, RR!
Posted : September 22, 2021 19:49
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Picking her up today! She is walking already and doing quite well. The veterinarian is happy with her progress.
Posted : September 23, 2021 10:03
Stevie Dre and Clayton reacted
I expect a full report on FB/IG!
Posted : September 23, 2021 13:14
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Posted : September 25, 2021 08:36
JestMe reacted
What a joy – and Pepper looks really good, Robert. She missed you. Thanks for sharing this moment with us.
I wish her a speedy recovery and all the best for you,
Birgit
Posted : September 25, 2021 09:37
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Latest update:
2 weeks since surgery. This blue thing is called a sling. It’s used to help her when walking, mostly to catch her in case she slips. Her leg looks a bit rotated, and she is limping, but the surgeon says there are no signs that should cause for concern at this point. She well get X-rayed in a few weeks.
Posted : October 5, 2021 15:32
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"Running back to Saskatoon" on Friday, for an evaluation of Pepper. She is still limping a bit and that's a not a good sign. So we will see.
Posted : November 18, 2021 15:17
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Pepper is OKAY!
I was worried. She's been limping for quite some time. At times, the limping has been awful. So I expected the worst. I am now so relieved!
The surgeon took a close look at her and took X-rays as well. I was afraid there would be bad news but no, she is 100% of where she should be! The implant has not moved. It's positioned exactly the same as immediately after surgery - we compared the x-rays and it's identical. My sigh of relief could be heard across all of Saskatchewan! 😀
Last night, she was so drunk from sedatives and too tired to keep both eyes open 
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This is fantastic news. She will be allowed to gradually start doing more activities, including running, in January.
I am a happy doggie daddy!
Posted : November 20, 2021 08:37
Bluesiline reacted
Such good news, Robert, and thanks for the nice photo of you two 😊.
I wish Pepper a good recovery so that you both can start your first long jog together very soon.
Birgit
Posted : November 20, 2021 10:29
Clayton reacted
Fantastic, @Robert, I am so relived and happy for you two! I am so thankful for the creatures in my life and I know you have such a special relationship with Pepper.
Posted : November 22, 2021 07:55