Breakfast dessert and disaster strikes
Hey guys! Hope you’re having a good day 😀
The jumble-aya last night came out beautifully:
The combo was so delicious and comforting- spices, veggies, kidney beans and short grain brown rice.
I forgot how much I really love brown rice:
(I had 1.5 bowls of the good stuff)
The pilot and I chilled for a while, he snacked on macaroons while we watched Family Guy and called it a night.
This morning, I had something I hadn’t had for bfast in wayyyyy too long:
(don’t you wanna dive in?!)
A BREAKFAST COOKIE!!!!
This one had brown rice protein, 1 small nanner, 1/3 cup oats, splash of hemp milk, Stevia, cinnamon and sea salt. Pure cookie bliss right there. Since I’ve been doing the raw until dinner thing, I’ve missed my breakfast cookies with all of my soul. I’m glad to have them back in my life 😀
After bfast, I walked the puppies and then hit up the gym for some iron pumping action.
I did 20 minutes on the elliptical followed by shoulders, chest, triceps and abs. After that, I went to Target and the health food store –and actually managed to stick to my lists! For the most part. Heh- and then came home for some lunch.
I made one of my favorite salads ever: Suddenly St. Tropez salad by Natalia Rose
This version had spiralized zucchini, spiralized beet, balsamic, Italian seasonings, sea salt, goat jack cheese and fresh basil.
With a side of eggplant bacon:
I was happily munching my salad beast when I realized it was missing something: grape tomatoes! So I ventured into the kitchen for some and that’s when disaster struck.
Viesa ATTACKED Bella 🙁 One second, they were barking at the leaf-blowing man in the backyard, the next second they erupted into horrifying fits of growls and the next thing I knew, Viesa had Bella by the neck and had her pinned to the floor. Of course, I went RUNNING into the living room as soon as I heard what was going on and no kidding had to pry Viesa’s fangs from Bella’s neck, and Bella was bleeding and shrieking like the dickens. I picked Viesa up, put her in the bathroom and closed the door, and went to check on Bell who couldn’t even cry—a hiss sound was coming from her mouth and she was shaking. One frantic phone call to the vet and then we were off to the animal hospital- Viesa stayed at home in her kennel.
The rest of my salad sat on the counter:
The vet cleaned Bella’s neck out, gave her antibiotics and anti-inflammatory vaccines and gave me medication to give to her for the next 10 days. I also have to heat pack her neck and clean it with hydrogen peroxide for the next couple of days.
The puppies are still separated –I’m giving them shifts.. one puppy can be out for a half hour while the other one is in the kennel, and then they switch- and tonight the pilot and I are supposed to talk about everything and figure out what we’re going to do.
This isn’t the first time this has happened, but it’s the worst it’s ever been. Viesa has always been dominant and after serious training for the past two years, we thought she was finally over her “phase”. Guess we were wrong. I really, really, really don’t want to give her away but it might be what we have to do. We’re worried about having crawling babies around and her snapping again. This is especially important to me, because when I was 4 years old, I was attacked by a dog. I have stitched on my chin from the event and never want to see it happen to anyone else. I’m just hoping we can find her a good home in a no kids, no other pets household.
I’m still a little shaken up about everything, but I know we’ll figure it out. Just have to let the adrenaline settle. Usually in times like this, I’d go for a run, but I need my energy for spin later tonight.
Sorry leave on such a down note. It’s very unlike me 🙁 I’ll be back to myself tonight, promise.
Enjoy your day <3
G
Coming tonight: Weight lifting 101 😀
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I’m so sorry to hear about your pups! It’s hard having to deal with a dominate dog! I have faith that you will find a good home for her if that’s what you both decide to do. Both puppers deserve to be in a happy household where they can be themselves. Good luck with your decision making!
Gina,
I’m so sorry this happened with your pups. I’m quite a bit emotional myself right now, our Basset Hound is at vet, kidneys are failing and we have to make a hard decision in just a few hours but I want you to know that I’m thinking of you. Pets are such a BIG part of our lives and it’s so hard when things like this happen.
I wish I had the energy to work out but I’m exhausted and my eyes are pretty much swollen shut. Trying to eat healthy since I’m not getting any exercise unless you count driving back and forth to the vet for a few days.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and sending hugs.
I am so sorry to hear about Viesa and Bella 🙁 I can understand that this much be very difficult for you, and I am thinking of you and hoping for the best. Sending smiles and hugs your way, for sure, Gina.
That is very sad about your dogs 🙁 But you need to do what is best for your own sanity.
Oh, I am so sorry about your two dogs. Such a tough decision. I hope Bella heals quickly and gets back to her usual self. Viesa may do better in a “no other pets” home…as far as babies go, she may end up being protectice as opposed to aggressive–but you never know, and in some cases, it’s just easier and more convenient to go the safer route.
Good luck with everything!
Oh, and obviously I’m one of your readers, but rarely comment! I just feel like the story hits close to home, as I have two cats and two dogs, and one cat and one dog do NOT get along well! Luckily someone is always home to facilitate, and we haven’t had to get rid of either one.
Hugs!
I was so sad to read about your day. I hope you’ll come across a solution that is good for all.
…& yes, I do want a breakfast cookie now 🙂
I’m sorry to hear your dogs went at it.
I have Pitbull and a Collie. Kind of a weird combination but we have the Pitbull more for protection as my hunny and I live in a bad part of Chicago. She’s a wonderful dog, but just a little over aggressive. I swear she doesn’t realize how hard she bites while playing. That’s usually how a fight starts. The Pit bites the Collie a little too hard and wham; I’m breaking up the fight. It’s over just as soon as it’s started.
Otherwise they get along great. Just those rare spats. My SO swears it’s because they are both female.
Sorry to hear about the puppies!
Just wondering how do you spiral your zuchinni and beets?
i use a saladacco spiralizer– one of my favorite kitchen gadgets ever!
I’m so sorry. When I was a teen my 2 dogs starting fighting and we had a very hard time breaking it up. They were around 40-50 pounds each, so it was really hard to just grab one of them. I totally understand this is a very hard decision. I am supportive no matter what you decide. I get it.
I’m so sorry to hear about your dogs! It’s so hard to watch them be in pain, I hope everything works out for the best
oh girl! You know I can relate. My heart goes so far out to you. Do what is best for you two. I hate to say it, but Viesa may just do better in a one dog home. I totally feel your concern about the potential future babies too! That is the first thing Josh and I thought of when the rescue we got attacked him. Sigh….if you need to talk or vent, feel free to email me or email me and I will give you my phone # so we can chat! So sorry. Hope the rest of your night goes MUCH better.
This is so sad! My dog has an aggressive streak in him and doesn’t get well with other dogs. I hope you find a solution that works best for you guys.
Oh no! I’m so sorry you had to go through all of that Gina! I hope everything turns out for the best!
oh, I’m so sorry about the pups! That’s so scary when animals fight like that. I hope you guys can figure out the best situation for you and for them. IT’s so hard to deal with things like this with our pets.
I want a puppy aka dog and I don’t plan on having kid ever, so let me know if you need a home!
hey courtney!
what state do you live in?? send me an email 😀
I’m so sorry to hear this happened to you. I hope everything goes OK.
Oh my goodness, sweetpea, I am so sorry! That is terrifying and heartbreaking, simultaneously. One of my dogs is mean (well, not so much in her old age- now whenever she snarls we think it’s funny) and bit my best friend’s face in 5th grade. Awful!
I really hope Bella recovers well and that Viesa gets back to her normal self. I support whatever you decide to do with her!
Oh gosh – I am so sorry to hear this! It’s so easy to think about dogs like they’re almost humans, you know you get so attached to them, they’re part of the family, etc. It’s such a reality check when they do stuff like that 🙁 I hope everyone starts to feel better over there!!
I am sooo sorry about your ordeal with the babies. I can’t even imagine the horror of giving away one of your babies, but that is definitely a scary position to be in when Viesa attacked Bella. I hope Bella recovers and everything turns out all right!
Oh NO! I am so sorry that happened, poor Bella! 🙁 I don’t have any pets so I can’t fully relate, but I can understand how difficult a situation this has put you guys in. I’ll say a prayer for guidance for you two when you talk it over tonight, but I am certain you will find the best solution for everyone, even if it may not be the easiest solution.
Big hugs to you and Bella too! I’ve been through a similar situation with one of my family’s female dalmatians- it’s very, very tough and I’m heartsick for you. I hope evrything works out!!
OMG! I’m so glad bella is ok. I can only imagine how scary that was. 🙁
When my mom was prego with my brother and I back in the day she was bitten in the butt by my parent’s dog. My parents immediately got rid of the dog before we were born and we weren’t allowed to get another dog until high school. It’s a scary situation when you are thinking about kids in the picture.
I am so sorry that you are having doggie trouble. I understand your worry about having children around a snappy dog. My miniature schnauzer, Bernie, was traumatized by some well meaning neighborhood children when he was a puppy (The little girl who lived on our block was a 5 year old Elmira- if you get the Tiny Toons reference) and now he barks and snaps at young children. Oddly enough, he’s okay with babies, so I’m hoping that if I have a baby while he’s still around, he’ll adjust to it. If not, my mother has agree to take him.
I am sure that if you have to give Viesa away, she’ll find a good home. Is she a purebred? You could talk to someone from a breed specific rescue agency. I know a lot of people are willing and happy to adopt older purebred dogs (That’s how I got my other miniature schnauzer- Hereaux).
yes, she’s purebred. that’s an excellent idea
(((hugs for you)))
(((hugs for bella)))
🙁
-A
oh nO!!! i am so sorry!
I’m so sorry, Gina. That is such a stressful situation – you must be heartbroken. Take care and keep your head up!
What a crap ass situation with your pups! Poor Bella! She’s probably confused as to why her sister did that to her. I don’t envy your your discussion tonight. It’s going to be a tough one. 🙁 (((HUGS)))
OMGG more doggy drama that’s soo awful 🙁 I guess they are animals and it isn’t their fault, but I’m sorry you have to make this tough call with your babies. I really hope u guys can figure out a good solution. Perk up G!!
Wow it sounds like a tough day! I’m glad Bella will be okay. What a tough situation. I’m sorry!
oh no! i saw the tweet but didn’t realize it was that bad!!!! poor bella, and i feel sorry for viesa too, she needs anger management (if only a class existed!) sending you some blog love!
I’m so sad about your puppies! I hope you find a great home for Viesa.
just so you know, you are not alone. A few years back, my family had to give our english cocker spaniel back to the breeder (she was 3 years old at the time) because for some reason or another she had “turned” on my family and would have random spurts of aggression towards each and every one of us. For example, my mom would be making dinner and then all of a sudden our dog, Kodak, would walk by my mom and pounce on her. Literally, there were times when I would hear my mom shouting downstairs and I would come running and find my mom standing on the kitchen counter petrified that Kodak was going to attack her (mind you, my mom was the one who would have done anything for Kodak and treated her to long walks, special treats, and constant belly rubs). Up to this point, Kodak had had some minor attacks throughout her life with us. When she was only a puppy she attacked me and bit my thumb. I still have the scar to prove it. Anyways, what I am trying to say is that while we all loved her very deeply and could very easily hug and cuddle the bejesus out of her when she was in “nice mode,” the “viscous” side of Kodak outweighed the friendly and we decided it was not worth us living in fear. Yes we all cried the day we gave her back to the breeder, but were more than astounded to find out that the reason she was most likely so bipolar was that she was interbred (aka, her half-bro, previous litter, was also her dad whose cousin was Kodak’s mother)! No wonder she was so messed up in the head!! That being said, a few months later my parents could tell I missed having a pooch around and for my birthday, they got me a new born puppy who continues to be the light of my life. He is so gentle and sweet and does not have a mean bone in his body. This all the time lover showed me that giving Kodak back was the right decision because no animal should attack their owner nor should an owner fear their fur child. Hopefully my story can help you make your decision, but then again, we each have to do what is best for our individual selves!
Oh dear, I’m very sorry to hear that, and I’m glad that Bella is okay! I hope that everything works out well for you and your beautiful puppies. It’s such a difficult decision to have to make, but of course you have to do what is best and safest for everyone. I empathize with you a lot because my parents had to give their two cats to my aunt when I was little. Fortunately, she lived a few blocks away, so we were able to visit them often. If you decide that you have to give Viesa away, I’m sure that you can find a good home that is close enough so that you can still visit her!
omg Gena that’s awful! I’m just glad you and Bella are okay. Wow how scary though… I got goosebumps just reading that! I hope your day gets better!
Oh my goodness gracious, I’m devastated about Viesa and Bella 🙁 You know I’m here for you!! Call me soon when you can!!
OMG…I am so very sorry! I know whatever you and your husband decided it will be the best possible solution for your puppies!
Oh no, I’m so sorry! That must be very disheartening. Sending hugs down your way. PS did the raw book arrive yet? I sent it media mail, which takes forever.
I am so sorry for your dog drama. Hubby and I had to rehome our dogs after our daughter was born b/c one of them was getting nippy at her and trust me, after you have a baby your inner Mother Lion comes out and one nip towards our daughter and it was bye-bye doggie Then, the other dog was acting out and using our home as a bathroom we think out of baby envy/jealousy. And when baby girl was learning to crawl and with dog going potty in the house, it was nasty and so that dog had to be rehomed. Saddest thing ever, but it happens and you have to do what you have to do and although it hurts, just do what your heart is telling you. Hugs 🙂
And your food looks great BTW. Take care of yourself!
Oh my gosh I am sooooo sorry to hear about your dogs 🙁 🙁 🙁 That is a very tough situation to be in and I definitely feel for you guys…. My boyfriend’s parents dog has started a vicious fight with my dog on multiple occasions, and it is so disheartening to have happen (happened again just Sunday and Lucy had a hurt leg, scratches on her eyes and nose)… let me know if you need any sort of support girl!! 🙂
Oh no! I am so sorry for you and so sorry for Bella.
Sorry you had to deal with that- sometimes it is for the best to take care of it right off the bat. Before a child or another dog gets hurt 🙁 Good luck!
Oh my gosh! That is such a scary situation! I’m so sorry that you are going through this right now! I’m sure it has to be hard deciding what to do but I’m sure you’ll make the best decision for your family! What breed is Viesa?
thank you! she’s a shiba inu
SO glad that Bella is okay!!!! I am sorry that it has put you in such a tough position. Best of luck… I hope everything works out.
xoxo
This happened to some friends of mine a while back and they ended up having to give the dominant dog away but to a good farm where she could run around and be free 🙂 I’ve heard that it has something to do with having two female dogs in the same household? Not sure if that’s true.
But no matter what, I’m wishing you the best and I applaud you for handling things so well. You will be fine 🙂
Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry. That must’ve been the scariest/saddest sight to see 🙁
I’m glad Bella is okay.
Oh wow, I am so sorry about what happened. Hugs to you…I know you guys will figure out the best solution. xoxo
Oh, no. I’m sorry to hear about the dog aggression. That is the worst feeling ever. Just reading it gave me some post-traumatic Nigel stress. Parting with him was so hard, but he ended up in a happy home with no other dogs and we ended up with a peaceful family where nobody was being randomly mauled during lunch. I hope everything works out for you too.
Oh I’m sorry about the pups! My Husband and I were out of town for a weekend last year and boarded our girls at our vet when something similar happened. We don’t know what exactly happened, but one of our girls lost several teeth, there was concern she’d need a blood transfusion, and they thought she might have fracture the roof of her mouth!!! (The other got off nearly scott free) Thankfully(!!!) they haven’t fought since in any mood other than play. Good luck with your babies.
Oh Gina, I’m so sorry to hear about your puppers. I can’t even imagine how it must be to make that kind of decision. Glad to hear Bella is going to be ok. Hang in there…
Oh no 🙁 I’m so sorry to hear about that! It’s so scary when the puppies fight. I know you guys will do the right thing, that would be such a hard decision.