Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy is Concerned About Twiggy’s Teeth Cleaning

~ John W. Howell

“So, how did the procedure go, Little One?”

“I’m never speaking to mom again.”

“Oh, come on. It wasn’t that bad.”

“How do you know? You weren’t there.”

“I’ve had my teeth cleaned many times, so I do know.”

“Yeah, but my procedure was the worst.”

“Open your mouth and let me see.”

“There is no way I’m letting you look in my mouth.”

“Okay then, if you won’t let me look, let’s play tag. You’re it.”

“Why am I always it. You should be it sometime.”

“Well, catch me and I will be it.”

“No fair. Your legs are longer. You can move faster.”

“You don’t see me moving at all right now.”

“That could be true, but I think I hear some kibble falling into a bowl.”

“You can forget kibble for a while. You get soft food so you won’t hurt your teeth.”

“Soft food? What kind of soft food?”

“Well, mom takes your kibble and then soaks it in water.”

“Now that sounds horrific.”

“It’s not so bad, and it will feel good on your teeth.”

“I think a nice thick steak would feel better.”

“Of course, I have to wonder, when was the last time you had a steak?”

“Never underestimate the power of positive thinking.”

109 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy is Concerned About Twiggy’s Teeth Cleaning”

  2. Twiggy’s grumpiness is obvious, although she clearly hasn’t lost her sense of slightly ironic humor. Even after she’s all healed up, I’d not give her that steak, though. I have a feeling she’d begin expecting it on a regular basis!

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  3. haha, Steak is always better! Rare with a touch of my mom’s steak sauce or a sprinkling of Everglades Seasoning… uh, oh, I just made myself hungry.
    Enjoy your Kibble, Twiggy!

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        2. I’m thinking the age made the big difference. I think Zeke was 9 or 10. I had to pick him up to get him into my car. (No easy task as he was about 80 lbs!)

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  16. Those can be difficult treatments. It’s good to see she made it through. I love the picture of Twiggy going up the steps. Looks like a bit of a challenge for her. And, I’m with the others and her, a steak, John. Perhaps a bit of yours???

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  18. All girls have issues, and I don’t blame Twiggy one bit having someone intrude into her mouth that way.

    As for tag, she does have a point, with Lucy’s legs the length of Michael Jordan’s.

    Love that she protested being it. Atta girl! 🙂

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  21. Oh, the dreaded teeth cleaning! Poor Twiggy, but Lucy is so understanding, trying to distract her. Steak? They will need to keep thinking about that. Thanks for sharing the girls’ fun!

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  25. Teeth cleaning is always a good thing, but I certainly enjoy the destination in this instance instead of the journey. Being done the teeth cleaning > getting the teeth cleaning done. In any case, I am sure both the girls have mastered the art of the “I’d rather have steak look.”

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  28. Poor Twiggy! Dentists horrify the dog world as well. 😁 Anyway, it is over now & the Twiggy resort can return back to its normal life. Thank you for the report, dear John.🍤🍤🍤🍻Happy spring time!

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  29. Poor Twiggy. Sounds like the teeth-cleaning put her in a cantankerous mood! She doesn’t usually bicker with Big Sis this way. I imagine she won’t be happy on the water-logged kibble either. Hang in there, Little One — this, too, shall pass.

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  30. Ugh, I hate it when any of my cats have to have their teeth cleaned. With the older ones, it often meant extractions as well as cleaning. Fortunately, the oldest of our three–Junior–has had all his teeth removed (over time because of extractions) so at least he doesn’t need to go through any more 😉 You know, for a disgruntled pup, Twiggy does have a positive attitude 🙂

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  33. Poor Twiggy! I guess Lucy could sense her displeasure at mom. Maybe she can get some sympathy from dad. Not sure about the water soaked kibbles. I have seen a grackle dip a piece of dry dog food in our bird bath then fly off with it.

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  34. Don’t you wonder what dogs think about everything we put them through? “Easter’s right around the corner. Why don’t we put these bunny ears on you so we can take your picture?”

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  38. Gee Twiggy, how long will you have to eat kibble mush?
    If it’s any consolation, I’m going to the dentist this week.
    Okay, tell dad the shoot is over.
    I hope the article is a good one.
    At least I have a photo with my grey hair.
    🐂⬜️ 🪨🪨 – r ⬜️ 🕰🕰 – cl ⬜️ 🐂⬜️

    I’m in a cryptic mood.

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    1. Just two weeks Miss Resa. Good luck at the dentist. Will we get see see your photo and read the interview? 🐂⬜️ 🪨🪨 – r ⬜️ 🕰🕰 – cl ⬜️ 🐂⬜️ What is in these grey boxes. 🧦🧦 -s x4

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      1. Your dad will get to see and read the article. Also a few of my closer blog pals and family. If I’m happy with it…. I’ll post it!
        The grey boxes are filled with kisses, but don’t tell dad! 😉 Those kisses are for you girls!
        🐂🐂🐂🐂

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