Lessons From A Paralyzed Dog is about teaching people how to care for your paralyzed dog. We’re a one-stop blog and website full of resources for the daily care of handicapped dogs and cats with paralysis and other neurological problems.
Sophie was my special girl who became paralyzed at the age of 10. Her progressive condition lasted five years and it changed every aspect of the way my family lived. Together we learned how to create a “new normal way of life.” Below is the story of our journey and the Lessons I Learned from Sophie’s determination. -Sharon Seltzer
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The Lessons:
Days Of Being The Fastest Runner
Turning To Alternative Medicine
Lesson 1: You Can Learn Just About Anything On YouTube
Lesson 2: A Bed Is More Than Where You Lay Your Head At Night
Lesson 4: One Bark For Yes and Two Barks For No
Lesson 5: Buddies Are Important
Lesson 6: Practically Perfect Pet Sitter wanted
Lesson 7: Children Can Be Very Kind
Lesson 8: Disintegrating Paws and Other Health Issues
Lesson 9: Learn To Prevent Urinary Tract Infections
Lesson 10: Keep The Water Coming
Lesson 12: “Hey Gang, Who Wants To Go To The Bank?”
Lesson 13: If You Have A Paralyzed Dog, There WILL Be 2am Showers
Lesson 14: Pressure Sores In Paralyzed Dogs Can Be A BIG Problem
Lesson 15: The Intervention- When Your Friends Try To Help
Lesson 16: Please Don’t Call Me A Crazy Lady
Lesson 17: Deciding Whether To Adopt Another Disabled Dog