Category Archives: Deceased

Frankie’s heart condition

Frankie was diagnosed with Third Degree A/V Block. It’s an electrical disturbance in his heart. Since the cause is unknown, treatment is a pacemaker. Just for kicks, he’ll get an echocardiogram tomorrow. Perhaps the echo will tell us what’s causing … Continue reading

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Frankie has heart trouble

While I was out of town, Greg saw Frankie try to get up and fall down, as if he was dizzy. When I came back from my trip I saw Frankie jump off the couch and fall. Time to go … Continue reading

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Sam disappearance anniversary

It was one year ago, June 11 2011, that Sam disappeared. During a regular evening dog activity, I left the back door open and she and Frankie walked out. I called and started to chase after them, but they ran … Continue reading

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Frankie has a tummy ache; Stubby has mystery yelp

Friday night Frankie was fine. He went on a walk, ate dinner, and perhaps he was just a tad more cranky than usual. Saturday morning he couldn’t stand up. He didn’t want to go on a walk, he was hunched … Continue reading

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