Zak got up with me this morning about 5:30, so I had to wait until 6 am to give him meds and food. We sat outside to enjoy the tranquility for awhile. He walked around some but did not play with Sally. At 6:00 I gave him meds and fed both dogs. He ate reasonably well, but he maybe getting a bit tired of tuna over kibble. Later this morning I fed him chicken breast which he gobbled up right away and was looking for more. He seems lethargic today. His lymph nodes are greatly improved and his belly not as red. Both dogs followed me around most of the day, as usual. I think Sally is depressed.
Craig and I are helicopter pilots and owned a MD 500N helicopter which was our primary transportation between Scottsdale and Overgaard. We decided to take Zak in the helicopter from Scottsdale to Overgaard but knew he would be frightened, so I decided that I would ride in the back and hold him in my lap. Craig took off and all was well until Zak decided to look out the window. He wet all over me! I think that was his last ride. He has never been a fan of riding in any motor powered device, so he mainly stays at home. This is part of our decision not to subject him to complicated medications during his final days/weeks.
So sorry to hear the news about Zak. He is such a special, one of a kind companion. If there was something I could do or say to make this easier I'd do it in a heartbeat. But, sadly, I don't think that's possible. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dee
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