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I feel very guilty for not having updated everyone. Sadly my condition is very much like it was before I had the lung reduction surgery. Barts are thinking of having me back in to try something else.

However, I have got myself a new furry friend who is helping my mental state enormously. I have a friend who walks him everyday with her dog, and I have help with many other things too.

This is my new boy. His name is Droopy and he is 4 years old, which is very young for a retired racer.

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helenlw7

Droopy is gorgeous. I agree that pets, especially dogs - I’m a bit biased because I have two - are very good for your mental health.

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fidgetandscooter in reply tohelenlw7

Droopy is very similar in looks to my previous greyhound Fidget. However, his temperament is very different. He keeps me on my toes, but I could not have him if I didn't have help. I was very down for two years without a dog as I have always had them. What have you got?

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helenlw7 in reply tofidgetandscooter

I have 2 schnoodles, poodle/schnauzer crosses. We’re living with my daughter at the moment after I collapsed and then spent 10 weeks in hospital. I’m walking with a zimmer frame so my daughter walks the dogs, but to be honest, they are the laziest dogs ever! Once I’m home I hope I’ll be able to walk them, or I’ll have to get a dog walker.

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sassy59 in reply tohelenlw7

Wishing you well Helen xxx😘

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helenlw7 in reply tosassy59

Thank you. How are you?

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sassy59 in reply tohelenlw7

Doing well thank you. Nearly through first week of radiotherapy. All ok so far. Xxx

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helenlw7 in reply tosassy59

That’s good. Thinking of you and Pete.

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Bingofox007

The face makes me feel better just looking at him! Take care 🦊xxx

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Oshgosh

he is lovely

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peege

Goodness, no need to feel guilty fidgetandscooter + droopy, you've been somewhat busy. I'm glad you're with a good hospital, crossing everything that what ever Barns are thinking of works out for you. All the best, Peege

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Alberta56

I'm glad you got a new friend to cheer you up. He sounds very energetic- what a handful. I hope Barts can come up with something that works. xxxx

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Osha

droopy looks gorgeous and very relaxed. He will be great company for you. I also have to have my dogs walked by a walker and I so wish I could have continued to do so. Lovely to see them come home though All the best to you and Droopy

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sassy59

So good to hear from you and hope you can get all the help you need from Bart’s.

Droopy looks like a great companion and it must be good to have him by your side.

Take care xxx❤️

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Izb1

Aaaw what a lovely little face he has, I am sure he must cheer you up no end. Its good that Barts are open to trying something new, fingers crossed it works for you x

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Numptybrain

Droopy is gorgeous, mine is called Juke, he’s 5 and yes, couch potatoes and excellent companions.

Take care

Wendy x

My Juke
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Greenthorn

What a lovely picture of Droopy. Good luck with Bart's!

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Mooka

Good luck with your future care. I’m glad you have found such a good companion. He looks very comfortable there.

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Souielouie

Aah !!! He’s gorgeous, I love his name, enjoy your lives together 🥰

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watergazer

Hello Loving your new dog. I love dogs and find them a great comfort. X

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Nicholatracy

Droopy looks very relaxed. I know you’re gonna love him. Stay strong 🐞

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tomc

And he is a friend who will never bark bad vibes at you.

I miss my dog Sam. He was an exceptional dug.. he liked everyone and everyone liked him.

He did however see the baddies away with a warning snarl But he really was a wonderful friend and is still much loved and remembered by the family.

WOOF woof Droopy. ❤️

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MoyB

Aw, you can't beat a furry friend to make you feel better! He looks adorable. I hope Barts are able to do something to improve your health next time.

xx Moy

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Ergendl

What a gorgeous new companion, your Droopy. We have Freddie at church - a regular attender who is a great welcomer and likes to sit with his human in the choir stalls. Loves biscuits and cuddles, hates his ears being touched (so occasional yelps in the sermon!).

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