2nd Anniversary....Dixie's Jawbone Removal

[DixieDiana]

Today marks the second anniversary since a tumor claimed my precious girl's chin and jawbone.
The good thing is....She is alive and well!
She has came a long ways since her surgery. She has learned to not let her handicap get in her way of having a good and fulfilling life. She has learned to pick up things in her mouth and she even plays keep away with her stuffed animals by picking them up in her mouth and running from me to get me to play the game with her.
She is the most loving dog I have ever owned....or I should say that has ever owned me!
She always knows just when I could use a hug.
The hardest thing for Dixie...still remains...drinking water. Since her surgery, her tongue hangs from her mouth at all times and it is awkward for her to lap water. Her tongue if you can imagine....instead of lapping up water...it moves backwards when she drinks. Drinking is therefore, a slow process, but she is strong will and likes to do everything for herself.
Dixie has a birthday coming up! She will be 6 years old on Dec. 23rd. If it had not been for an angel of a Veterinary Surgeon, lots of prayers and the grace of God...Dixie wouldn't be here now. It is a major event, for my girl to be here for her 6th Birthday!!

Way to go gril!!! You have overcome so much and you have made the lives of those around you richly blessed!

 

[Luvnmyboxer]

WOOHOO way to go Dixie!! You're such a strong willed girl and we're all so proud of you. So stick out your tongue and have you a good birthday next week----you enjoy a good party girl

Happy Early Birthday Miss Dixie birthdayic

 

[jmb9101]

Oh my gosh...that was such a heartwarming post. Im so glad she made it through such a tough time. Have a wonderful 6th B-day Dixie!!

 

[Cindy Creel]

That's my girl Dixie. I am so glad that you will celebrate your 6th birthday. If it would not have been for you and your mom, I would not have made it through my ordeal with Delilah. God brought you and your mom into my life, and I am thankful for both of you. I got your card today. It was lovely.

Cindy

 

[Rlr.Giraffe]

Wow Dixie! You are a shining example of the fact that doggies just don't know how to give up... we should all learn from you . Here's to a very happy birthday and a happy holiday season with you bouncing around!

 

[ljnash]

Way to go, Dixie!! You are an amazing girl, and so is your mom!

Have a happy birthday on the 23rd!!

 

[Scrapper's Mom]

I am so happy to hear that Dixie has recovered and is adapting well. I think about her sometimes and wonder, so it was really nice to hear from you! Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas -

 

[Holden's Mom]

I remember your posts on Dixie's surgery and how happy all of us were to hear how well she was doing. I'm so happy to hear things are going great for your very brave and tough girl.

And of course, a very Happy Birthday to Dixie on the 23rd. Birthday gifts plus Christmas gifts, woo hoo!

Pam and Pete

 

[SherylM]

Hi There...thats great news...two years since surgery. I was referred to you by CindyCreel. I have posted regarding Avery's epulis that was removed and she told me that I should get in touch with you. I am new here and I don't know if this is the correct way to do it or not (someone please let me know). I am very interested in hearing about your experience with Dixie as it looks like we are about to go down the same road. It all seems so frightening!
Sheryl