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Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Follow Up to “The Uncrating”

Henry

We figured we should share a follow up to the uncrating of Henry. Henry has had one full week of positive experiences with his uncrating. Hooray for Henry! As we suspected, a lot of his issues came from him no longer being comfortable in his crate.

Henry needed the ability to go get a drink of water, go potty, find a new/different place to lay down/settle. Initially he was still having some issues being left home alone. He would howl to call in his pack, bark frantically, nervously pace and just get worked up overall. We struggled to figure out how to make him comfortable. But we knew we were at least on the right track this time. So, we stuck to a Henry friendly routine and we are pleased to announce that it does seem to be working. We are able to make it to work with relative ease now and the lump that sat in our throats and the sickness in our stomach is for the most part gone. There was a comment that indicated that we could be some of the source of Henry's anxiety. And, Sue, to clarify, no offense was taken. We, for sure, were a huge part of the problem! We are not oblivious to that. Ha! We knew that if we did better, so would Henry. We did and so now does he. With that said, Henry started it! HAHAHAHA! (Sound like we are 6 years old?) But seriously, we were a part of the problem. We knew it but struggled to get over it much the way Henry was struggling. This was all new for all of us and if we made a mistake (such as not securing the pool area well enough) then it could have cost us everything.

Now we see Henry's pattern and routine and we have more confidence in him and in ourselves. So, it is really working out to be ok now. Oh, no, we still don't go anywhere but to work and back but at least we should still be able to maintain gainful employment which of course Henry needs us to do so that we can keep him well fed, with a roof over his head and with appropriate medical treatment. He's got the routine down now and we look forward to more good days and more happy times.

#HenryStrong #TeamHenry #HenryIsAGoodBoy #HenryCalm

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Minnie, Mack and Mario

03/05/2015

Well done!

Pat

03/05/2015

What good news!!!  Glad to read that things are going well for everyone.  Love the #‘s…  #HenryCalm
Love ya Henry!!

Joyce Joy

03/05/2015

Best news ever and you are the best parents!  You go Henry!!  You are a champ!

Kathy Eggers

03/05/2015

As always Henry’s people use insight gained to his advantage.  HenryStrong   PackStrong

Denise and Joey D Pug and Roxie Kisses

03/05/2015

Henry is settling into a routine and building confidence everyday. Best news ever,!  Kudos parent people!

Chris Dominick

03/05/2015

I think you are doing an amazing job. It’s hard to be objective when your heart and soul are so involved and vested. Keep up the wonderful care, Henry looks so good lately and I just hope I am able to remember all your valuable insights and knowledge when my puggers are seniors.

Sue States

03/05/2015

Hooray for Henry & Mom & Dad. Henry looks so relaxed and happy. Glad Mom & Dad are feeling comfortable,too. Henry Strong, Henry Is A good Boy, Henry IS Calm & Family Pack Henry Strong, Calm & Happy. Whew! Pug hugs from pastor sue & the Colorado 2

Martha

03/05/2015

I am VERY happy to know things are easing up for Henry and consequently you!!!  A contented Henry who is coping better means everyone is less worried.

How have you handled the pool and him going outside when you’re not home?  I think I remember reading that the cone barricades weren’t the answer.  Maybe I missed something though.

Corrine - OBP

03/05/2015

Hi Martha
We skimmed over this in a recent post.  (That was where we only described it as an eyesore.)  True, the cones and mesh alone were not enough.  Basically, though, we kept the cones and the orange mesh but added tons of reinforcement—-Cupid lost her 5 foot high kitty perch so that we could lay it horizontally, we added sand bags every few feet—attaching them to the mesh—and also included potted plants where there were still areas that needed support.  (Hence the eyesore but it is working! So that is all that really matters.) We have relaxed with regards to how much of the yard he is allowed in (he can use the whole thing).  What has truly settled our own nerves is observing him in his patterns and witnessing him making it work.  (He have a mini security system set up so that we can watch remotely.)  He still gets a little antsy beginning around 4pm we are hoping that the time change this weekend will help with that.  I don’t know if you are familiar with “sundowners” (common in Alzheimer’s patients) but Henry seems afflicted by this.  He becomes more anxious when the sun starts to set and then subsequently after the sun has set completely.  (He does not find going out to visit Luna every night as comforting as his people do.  For Henry darkness is a not his best buddy.)
~G

Gina

03/05/2015

Such wonderful news. Henry definitely has the best pug parents ever. The care and love and time you invest in this sweet boy is overwhelming. I love it!

#henrystrong #henrycalm #henrysfolkscalm

Corrine - OBP

03/05/2015

To all OBP readers, again, thank you for your positive support and kind words.  Your compassion has made many a difficult day more bearable.  smile

Christie Sachde

03/05/2015

In the middle of a snow storm here in NJ…this post made my day! There is something to be said for having a comfy routine…for both humans and pugs…it means that to some degree we know what to expect! That can make all the difference because then we don’t panic! Soldier on!

Sandra B.

03/05/2015

Look at those ears all flopped back like that!
That is a sign of a relaxed Pug!

So happy to hear of the progress of both Parents and Pug,
may God continue to bless you all.

#OBPSTRONG

Sue VDB and Annie Fannie

03/05/2015

#HenryIsATrooper certainly applies to this handsome boy.  He has had many difficult challenges, and is learning to cope quite well, thanks to his determined and loving humans, who have also faced and are facing difficult challenges.  #CorrineAndGlynneStrong

pug mama - Jen C

03/05/2015

It is clear, you and Glynne would move mountains for Henry, and there is no doubt that you somewhat have.  So glad Henry is adjusting and so are you!  #Henryissuchagoodboy #HenryStrong

Heather

03/05/2015

Henry, you have hit the gold mine in pug pawrents!!!!

God bless all of you.

#lovepugseniors
#henryspackrocks

Ivy

03/05/2015

Henry looks very comfy in his bed. Glad things are better for all of you.

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