Bulldog friends it’s me Vern, and today is the best day of my life. Earlier in the week I was picked up by animal control, and it was so hot that day. Seriously I could barely breathe. I had no idea why I was out and about. All I knew is that I could barely walk on the hot pavement.
I call myself a senior bulldog and I have a limp when I walk. The vet at the shelter called it arthritis, I just call it old age. My nose is running, and the shelter vet says I have a UTI. All I know is I just feel bad.
But guess what made me feel better? A bath! Yep, I had a bath today. There were suds everywhere and it felt so great I just laid down. All I know is warm water was running all over me. You should have seen the dirt that was washed away. I sat stoic, I never wanted the bath to end. I really felt like it was a dream and I might wake up.
I wandered around Hollywood Feed because I never knew there was such a cool place. I was like a Star. Everyone wanted to pet me. It was exhausting. I stayed away from other dogs in case what I have is contagious. My new rescue friend diagnosed it as kennel cough. Could be. I was in a kennel, and I am coughing.
Shout out to rescue that came for me. Old lives matter and I am proof of that. My name is Vern and I am a senior bulldog.
8/8/22 Update: Remember me? I was that other senior stray found wandering around town in 100 degree temperatures.
That excursion nearly cost me my life and landed me smack dab in the middle of an animal shelter. It was scary there, but thank God, I didn’t stay there long.
Some nice people realized I really didn’t belong there and I found my way to rescue and Dr. Larsen’s lap.
She checked me out in places that haven’t been checked in years, both ends matter a fact.
She pulled a bunch of my rotten teeth and then some, if you know what I’m talking about. After 10 years, I was neutered and you know what? That’s OK. I don’t need them anyway!
I’m ready to retire. I need a nice couch where I can relax, have some good meals and maybe the company of a lady or two.
This weekend, I made it from the vet clinic to Grandma’s couch for meatloaf and mashed potatoes! It tasted divine and Grandma was the sweetest lady ever. I think she’s already in love with me.
I’d say my weekend was fabulous and my new life in my foster home is off to an awesome start! Stay tuned for more updates from the couch.
9/6/22 Update: I am looking for my forever home! Have you seen it anywhere? I am very excited to tell you: I have a meet-and-greet today with a lovely Bulldog couple I met last weekend at Hollywood Feed. Paws crossed and stay tuned!
9/13/22 Update: It’s me Vern! Just wanted to let you all know that my meet and greet last week went ok, but we are all going to think about things for now. So you could say I’m on cruise control! Good news is, I am still available and looking for my forever family! If you see me driving by in my little red wagon please give me holler or a honk so I can slow down for a visit. I’d love to meet you and have a snack or two!
9/19/22 Update: I’ve been on the move looking for my forever family everywhere! Have you seen them? I’ve been looking high and low! If you see them, please let them know I’m awesome and I’m waiting right here.
9/26/22 Update: Sorry, I came and went in a blink at Hollywood Feed today! I decided crowds and chaos aren’t for me. I do love attention from my people but crowds of dogs – NO THANKS!
I left and headed to my foster grandma and grandpa’s house, parked it in my cozy bed and thought a peanut butter sandwich sounded better. Hope I didn’t disappoint anyone. I just prefer to be your one and only in a nice quiet home I can call my own! I would even share my peanut butter sandwich with you if you promise to rub my belly.
Well, time for a nap! I’ll be in touch later this week.
10/3/22 Update: It’s me Vern and I am getting a workout with my foster grandparents at ReBalance Physical Therapy in Frisco Tx. I am staying in great shape thanks to trainers Milo and Justin! If you are looking for a great work out buddy look no further! I’m your man!
