May 25, 2009

We've had a busy Memorial holiday weekend.

I was able to sneak away to post some pics and give an update, while the boys prepare the massive meal that we will enjoy this evening.

On Saturday, the three of us packed up and headed to Concord to celebrate Andy's brother-in-law's b-day. We were a little unsettled by Sampson when we first arrived- he wanted to explore the house and yard and say hello to all the people instead of laying down, like we wanted him to. After some time, and great pets by Allen Chaw, Sampson was sound asleep on the living room floor, and we were able to enjoy great food and conversation with the family.

On Sunday, we left Sampson at home for the day, so we could enjoy a BBQ in Granite Bay at the Casa de Cook (Andy's Uncle Dave & Aunt Janice's house) with Andy's fam & my bro and sis-in-law. We think that Sampson enjoyed the time home alone, as he seemed pretty exhausted after Saturday's journey.

Today (Sunday), we noticed that Sampson's arm incision was irritating him. He was using his back leg to itch it, and the skin was very red. We examined the area and realized that he had nearly an inch of a suture hanging out of his skin. We called the vet, and she explained that this particular string should dissolve over time. He must have pulled it out during an itching fit. She recommended that we simply cut it off as close to the skin as possible, so he wouldn't be able to pull it out further. Nurse Andy to the rescue! Things look fine now.

Sampson chilled on the deck by the pool as we swam with friends.