After talking with the vet and the other trainers at SSD I've come to understand IBD much more. Winston will have reoccuring pain and discomfort but on the contrary he will have really good times. This most likely has been going on since his urinary track issues back in '02 and simply gone into remission until now. Winston's entire intestines are affected by the IBD. Pet Education has supplied me with the wonderful infromation about IBD that I encourage anyone that is interested to read, again the information is here.
The past few months have been incredibly difficult and trying for Winston and I. I think constantly about whether or not he should continue working and everyone continues to say "You'll know when it is time." and most of the days he looks at me like he just wants to sleep and play. I'm waiting for Cindy and Nancy to call back to have one last discussion about what to do before I decide.
All advice, thoughts, comments would be greatly appreciated right now.
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Hi Linzey and Winston,
I'm glad to hear they finally figured out what was wrong with WInston, even though the news is not so great.
I know your decision about whether or not to continue working Winston will not be an easy one, but I'm sure whatever choice you make, in the end, will be the right one. I have been thinking about this more frequently with Willow too, but I'm afraid I can't offer any good advice on the subject.
On a lighter note, there's a new tag game going around on the dog-related blogs I read, and we have tagged you for it. You'll have to come check out the game post on our blog, to find out how to play, (if you feel up to it).
hugs,
Laura, Willow and Stella
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