I think Sampson’s been a little bit depressed since his surgery, and honestly I can’t say as I blame him. He’s not allowed to run in the yard, he’s not allowed free access to the stairs, he’s not sleeping in the bed he normally sleeps in, he’s not allowed in the park, he can’t even go outside to potty on his own AND when we can’t be with him, he’s confined to one room. I don’t know about you, but that would depress the shit out of me.
One of Sampson’s favorite things to do, is to lay on the deck in the sun. But since our deck is wood (as is just about every one else’s) Sampson is not allowed out there as he could slip and injure his leg. Hubby and I talked it out and came up with a plan. Hubby had Good Friday off, and the opportunity to put our plan into action. A trip to Home Depot and our deck now looks like this.
Really, you did this for me?
He took the pails and half filled them with cement and then stuck a stake in each one. On the far side of the deck he nailed one of the stakes to the wall. Then he got some green plastic fencing and slid it over the stakes. A 12 x 16 piece of indoor/outdoor carpeting and viola!
Sampson’s potty area is on the far side of the deck where he nailed the stake to the wall. All I have to do is lift the bucket up move it over towards the wall and roll the fencing over towards the right.
This is our access to potty.
This is pretty cool.
Of course while we were outside taking pictures I said to Hubby, “Let’s take bets as to how long it will take Delilah to go up and over the wall.”
Hubby said, “She’ll do it today.”
A minute later, she was up and over.
Poultry fencing can’t hold me.
Finally, I’ve found my place in the sun.
The contentment on your dog’s face as he enjoys one of his favorite activities….priceless.
Oh that’s so great!!!!! Nice idea!!! I bet ya he loves it! Better then nothing that’s for sure!
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What a great idea – how happy is that last picture 😀
What a brilliant idea and well done mum and dad. At least now Sampson can enjoy some sun and listen to the world outside. LOL there was no stopping D. Have a marvellous Monday.
Best wishes Molly
Sweet! What a great Plan B. Also, it looks like she’s putting some good weight on her bad leg. Sunshine is the best medicine.
THAT is just WONDERFUL. Sampson must be SO happy now.
You came up with a great solution and Sampson looks so happy to be outside. Delilah is just being Delilah…lol.
I bet he is so glad you guys love him like that. He looks so content.
Totally brilliant solution and it even looks good. Mr. Stone is a definite keeper, but you know that.
What a brilliant idea! I would like to hope everyone would do the same (or similar) for the furry friend.
Happy Monday, Miss Jodi!
Oz
My sisters and I start getting antsy and mad if we are locked in the house for just a day and that is with walks, so we can only imagine how sad he is! He will be better soon. Every day is another day closer to his recovery goals. You both need to keep your spirits up.
He does look so content. And the warm sun would have to feel good on his leg too.
I love this, and this is why you are one of my favorite people. So sweet. It truly is priceless, as I don’t think I could take seeing one of my dogs depressed.
Oh good, I’m glad you found a solution for Sampson! I wish him lots of sunshine.
This made me smile! You know true dog lovers when they do what you and your hubby did to get Sampson out of his funk and make him happy with the simple pleasure of being able to sunbathe. 🙂
As others said, that made me feel as warm as Sampson enjoying his new deck. I am always amazed and happy when good people like you and your husband make such efforts, financially, physically. and mentally, to care for our wonderful pets. It makes me think of the pet owners, that neglect their pets, much less that would go out of their way to make sure that there pets are well cared for.
We have a golden similar to Delilah’s nature that we rescued when he was almost two. He has been a challenge, but has made great strides in the last two years. We have come to accept that he will always have some quirks that are just him. We are grateful to have him, because we worry what might have happened to him if he got in the wrong hands. Some dogs just need a little more patience than others!!!
Thankfully there are lots of wonderful pet parents.
Gus, Mom
Nice solution! We’ve done our own renos for an injured pup – it’s funny/nice how far we’ll go for our animals, I think. But they appreciate it.
Aw, such a sweet, happy face 🙂 You guys are the best!!!
Oh that is so wonderful!! You are the best dog parents! The look on his face truly is priceless.
What a terrific idea for your sweet boy. That’s that Yankee know-how, isn’t it? 😉
That is awesome, he is super happy you did that for him and what a great idea it was.
Brilliant, looks like you have made Sampson’s year!!
Aw, look how happy your sweet boy is! He’s saying “Thanks Mom and Dad! You guys are the greatest!” And Miss D just laughs at all 3 of you as she jumps the fence to start her next adventure. BOL. They all have their own personalities and we love them for it!