Carter's Appendage

Boy, Carter sure has had a tough couple of years.  January 2012, Carter was affected by FCE (Fibrocartilaginous Embolism).  This was described like a stroke to the brain, but instead it affected his nervous system and spine.  He recovered 95% of the way and you can only tell when he goes up/down stairs or if he is running.  Other than that ... he is his crazy self.

January 2013, we noticed lumps starting to form on his body (about a dozen).  We watched them the past 10 months and none were really progressing except for one.  He had a softball size benign tumor just under his armpit.  It got to where it was pulling down on him and started opening up due to the weight.  We wrapped him up to try to take the weight off, but knew surgery had to be soon. 

On Monday, Carter had surgery.  They removed a 14 oz tumor and put 5 inches of stitches on his chest.  We are now just recouping.  Kasey and Karsten are being very gentile with Carter and even Cam is concerned.

Are you Ok, Buddy? What is this crazy cone thing??

 We try to give Carter a break every now and again from his Cone of Shame. However, the cone never seems to hit the ground.  As soon as it is off; the boys feel it is there turn to play with "Carter's new toy".

We are not sure how fast he will recoup, but someone might have to break the news to Carter and Kris that we might be one dog short for pheasant hunting this year.  No Matter - Amy flushes birds better than Carter anyway.