BIG DAY OF PROGRESS for Marki

I had to go to Madison to see my Pulmonologist for a follow up on the Histoplasmosis (fungus) I got in my lungs 3 yrs. ago. I thought it might be reactivated as I have been coughing and having respiratory issues for 6 weeks now. My CT scan looks pretty much the same so we're taking a wait and see position for now.

Marki looking cute and calm

Anyway, Sheryl picked up Marki when I could not get her into the house before I left for Madison. My friend Pat was coming to take care of the dogs and I did not want her to have to contend with Marki's games. Due to weather, I stayed over night with my sister. Sheryl was taking Marki to Parkside to have her stitches removed and we arranged to meet there.  A retired couple who might be interested in adopting a rescue dog was going to meet us there as well. Sheryl had put a leash on Marki and had observed that she would tolerate contact if she did not have an escape.

Marki wearing her harness - miracle device!

When I brought her home I changed the leash over to a small harness that I had on hand. I connected that to a long leash I was given by one of the GBAR ladies this weekend. I was able to pull her about using the harness, thus not choking her, and was able to detach the longer leash for a short one when she was inside. By tonight she was approaching me and standing still when I petted her head and praised her for her great progress today. A BIG BREAK THROUGH! It feels so good.


Thanks Sheryl and other GBAR ladies for encouraging me and helping me to make Marki more comfortable. I see great things ahead in her future.

Opal continues to do great! She sat on the man's lap at Parkside for over 1/2 hour while Marki made friends with his wife. Not sure if they will pursue adopting either of these girls but it was a good visit.

Marki and Opal hanging out in the kitchen

Gizzy and Bubba, dog therapists!

Bubba and Gizzy, continue to help with encouragement with going outside and showing these little girls it's cool to have a house to live in.  All is good!