Uh-oh

[stoutfellow]

This evening, when I got home, Murphy was a little slow coming to the door to greet me. When I put food in his dish, he made no move to eat it; instead, he moved up close to me and put his head against my leg for petting. I stroked him and talked to him, trying to get him to eat some food from my hand, but he wouldn't take it. This is scary: the last time this happened, about a year and a half ago, he was gravely ill for two or three weeks. I got out some cheese and hand-fed it to him, and then left the kitchen. He started in on his food then, and he did finish it, but I'm still worried - he's moving very slowly and looking hangdog (well, more so than usual).

I'm going to see about getting him to the vet Saturday. (I hope I can get someone to give us a ride; Murphy's acting like it hurts to move, and that mile-long walk to the vet would not be a good idea.) Good thoughts, prayers, and what-have-you would be appreciated.

Comments

[jfsnyder.livejournal.com]

You have them. Snooter kisses to Murphy from Webster, the basset in our house.

[stoutfellow.livejournal.com]

Thank you (and your little dog too...).

[rfmcdpei.livejournal.com]

You've my best wishes for Murphy, of course.

[stoutfellow.livejournal.com]

Thanks. I do appreciate it.

[filkferengi]

That's rough. Thoughts and prayers winging your way.

[stoutfellow.livejournal.com]

Thank you.

[hornedhopper.livejournal.com]

Ah, dang, StoutFellow. I just read this. Prayers *now* winging your way for Murphy to be just having an off day. Best wishes for his quick recovery. And pats to you for because I know you're worried.

[sunlizzard.livejournal.com]

Even later than the Hoppster -- lj being yet another thing I'm about to slip hopelessly behind in -- but I am glad I read the encouraging update first. Ear scritches for Murph....