Thursday – A Little Personal – Tempeste Back From Surgery

~ John W. Howell

“What was the surgery for this time?”

“Tempest had an elongated soft palate that, if not taken care of, would cause problems later. She will be able to breathe better and not have issues with gagging later in life.”

“Is she going to be okay?”

“Yes. She is a little sleepy from the anesthesia.”

“Come on, Dad. Give it to me straight. She doesn’t look okay.”

“This is perfectly normal. Her body needs to rest, and traces of the anesthesia cause her to be sleepy.”

“I guess I’ve never seen her so still. When can she play?”

“Her recovery time is going to be at least three days. Playing will be based on how she feels after that.”

“Three days? How are we going to keep her quiet for three days?”

“For one, you can help by not engaging in any incidences of ruckus.”

“I can do that. You must know, though, that she’s the one who usually starts it.”

“I do know that, but you’ll be a big sister and not engage even if she tries.”

“Okay, I will do my best.”

“That’s all we can ask.”

“I must admit I like her as an awake panther better.”

“It won’t be long, Twiggy. She’ll be attacking you before you know it.”

“Don’t tell her, Dad, but I hope you’re right.”

118 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Tempeste Back From Surgery”

      1. I can imagine. Our neighbor’s dog was spayed recently and she wasn’t allowed to jump. She always jumps up at me when I’m near the fence (so I’ll reach over an pet her), so I was avoiding her. She let me know that she wasn’t happy.

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    1. As you can imagine, Tempeste is chomping at the bit to get into a major ruckus. Tales all our energy to keep her quiet. There are some drugs that would help but we are not believers in sedation.

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  7. Awwww sweet thing! I’m surprised Twiggy is being so good about it and you don’t have to crate Tempest! Sorry about the surgery. Is this common for the breed? Sending healing woofs your way!!🩷🐶🐾

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    1. It is a common trait. Most legitimate breeders test their dogs for markers. Tempeste’s mom was rescued from what we consider a puppy mill and they really don’t care about passing undesirable traits down. We want to correct the problem before it becomes a major problem later. This included her nairs (nostrils) which needed to be expanded for better breathing. That was the last surgery. Thanks for the good wishes, Cindy.

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      1. Oh interesting to know John. That makes sense. It’s always the risk you run and never really know if a breeder is legit for that matter either, even with thorough investigation. That’s smart of you to do now rather than later. Oh good, glad you’re done with that and future surgeries💕. You’re so welcome💗

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  11. Twiggy, you are such a good big sister to be concerned about Tempeste. It is kind of strange to see the panther in resting mode, isn’t it? I hope she recoups well and is back to her regular…antics. ❤

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  14. Aw, how nice that Twiggy is worried about her. I hope they can both enjoy the other’s company without any roughhousing, but I suspect Tempeste will have the harder time. Wishing the panther a speedy recovery. Poor little thing!

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    1. Tempeste feels very good and that is a challenge for us to keep her quiet. We don’t believe in sedation so we have our work cut out. (We do believe in adult sedation but that’s another story)

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  20. Oh my, I’m so sorry for little Tempeste, but she is in good hands. You and Molly are the best parents and will be with her hour by hour. 💙

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  22. Aw, gee, that first picture — where Tempeste is lying like a tiny, black spot — brought tears to my eyes. She just looks so unlike the panther there! I know it’s going to be tough keeping her quiet for three whole days, but with Twiggy’s help, you’ll make it. And how great that she’ll be able to breathe better. Wishing her a speedy recovery!

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  27. Poor puppy. Wishing her a speedy recovery.

    Off-topic: A friend of ours has a Frenchie, and she had some kindd of surgery done to the dog to widen his nostrils. Have you had that done to Twiggy or Tempeste?

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  29. Atleast there is no cone of shame involved this time. Why do I have a feeling Tempeste will be raring to go by tomorrow?

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  34. Applesauce.. I wasn’t expecting this. I was reading comments for what else you had to say about it, so I wouldn’t ask you to repeat yourself, John. I agree, best to take care of things early. I’m sorry that you and the missus are going through it though. Glad to read that Tempeste is already on the mend. Big hugs.

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    1. This is a result of adopting a puppy that was rescued from a puppy mill. Those breeders have no concern about passing down dangerous traits by testing the dam and sire. They just want to churn puppies. Thanks for your good wishes, Teagan.

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  37. Poor little Tempeste.

    Take care of her Twiggy! Then you’ll be able to play all you want.

    So, dad, it’s Sunday night now. How is little Tempeste doing?

    OX OX OX

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