Being a beagle mama means riding the waves of both joy and unexpected challenges. A little over a week ago, I noticed a hot spot on Max’s leg and started treating it at home. Everything seemed manageable until, out of nowhere, his leg swelled up. It was alarming, and I didn’t waste time getting him to the vet.
That first visit revealed Max likely has a cellulitis infection. Since then, we’ve been on a bit of a vet journey—three visits and two dressing changes later, and we’re heading back for his fourth visit on Monday. Max has been such a trooper through it all, keeping his sweet spirit even when the bandages come off and the wound care begins.
One of the silver linings of these vet days is our little tradition—a stop at McDonald’s for a well-deserved treat. Usually, it’s french fries, but since one of our appointments was bright and early, Max and Daisy got hash browns instead. I love being able to give them something simple to brighten what could otherwise be a tough day.
As much as I wish Max’s healing journey was already over, I’m grateful for how resilient he’s been and the small joys that have come along the way. Sometimes, being a beagle mama means facing the unexpected, but the love and loyalty of my hound dogs make every step worth it.
I’ll post an update after Monday’s visit. Hopefully, we’ll be even closer to getting Max back to full health!
Do you have any vet day traditions or special ways to comfort your pets during healing? I’d love to hear about them in the comments!
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