I have just returned from taking Ollie to the Vet this morning.
After getting his booster vaccinations, and a full check-up, the Vet pronounced that there is nothing wrong with him whatsoever. His weight, temperature, and heart are all good, and he has no signs and symptoms of any infection or discernible illness.
My concern about Ollie not eating as much and drinking more water was put down to Ollie’s age, and the fact he has slowed down considerably. Less rigorous exercise means that he is not as hungry, and because it has been unusually cold and we have had the heating on might well make him more thirsty in the house.
It seems I was over-reacting, but I am glad that Ollie has been checked over, and is fine.
Thanks to everyone for your concern about him. That is always appreciated.
beetleypete 
Great to hear this. Bruce here had his paws crossed for Ollie….
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Thanks, Rich. Seems all I have to do now is cope with Ollie geting old.
Cheers, Pete.
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Good to here about his well beeing, Pete! He “only” is getting older, like we all. 😉
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That does seem to be the case.
Thanks, Michael.
Best wishes, Pete.
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😉
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Glad to hear Ollie is good. Your concern shows how good an owner and companion you are. Best wishes Pete and Ollie.
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Thanks, Lloyd. When his habits change dramatically in so short a time, it always raises concerns.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good drills and good news. Best wishes Pete.
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Good news, Pete. Ollie is your baby, you can overreact all you want.
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Thanks, Jennie. He has been a lot calmer this week.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Wonderful!
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Well done Ollie! Middle-age might be a shock, even for dogs, but it’s not lethal. Thanks for the update, C
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I Ollie’s case, it is definitely ‘old age’, Cheryl. According the to Vet he is around 8 years old than me, in relative terms.
Best wishes, Pete.
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So pleased to read this Pete! Give Ollie a hug from me 🙂
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Thanks very much, Ami. I will, when he wakes up. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Glad he is ok. My rat Rolanda had a massive appetite right even on the day I had to take her to the vet for Rainbow Bridge. I’ll always miss that funny girl.
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Pet rats can be very affectionate, and they are intelligent too. I am sure you do miss her.
Best wishes, Pete.
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such great news, Pete. relieved and happy for you both! 🙂 🙂
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Thanks, Wilma. I do feel happier, that’s for sure.
Best wishes, Pete.
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We know he’s important to you, Pete. I never like to see a pet owner in distress as I’ve been there many times.
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Thanks, Pete. I feel a lot easier now he has been checked out.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Glad Ollie’s fine, and best wishes to you both.
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Thanks very much. It was a great relief.
Best wishes, Pete.
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What a complete relief. Thanks for letting us know.
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Thanks, Elizabeth. ‘Old Age’, apparently. Better than the alternatives.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Great! Lovely to hear. My English Shephard, Chaka is slowing down some…she’s eleven and this bout of age progression is the first time that I can actually see the process in her rather than just being aware that it is naturally happening. So yeah, it’s a bit alarming when the process kicks in.
Glad that’s all it is.
–Pam
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Thanks, Pam. I can dea lwith Ollie getting old. Better than an acute illness.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good to hear Pete.
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I was suitably relieved, and £108 poorer. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Great news Pete!
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Just ‘old age’. I can deal with that, Kim.
(Sad as that is)
Best wishes, Pete.
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That’s good to hear…old age creeps up on us all inc our pets. 🙂 x
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Yes, me and Ollie, growing old and tired together. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Very good news. Glad to hear it.
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Thanks, Ray. If it is his age, I can deal with that.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Whew!
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It was a relief, Willow. Now I only have to deal with him being ‘old’. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’m sure!
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Pete, if you really want to know what’s in store for Ollie, I suggest you invite Sylvia Townsend over tonight. In true Dickensian manner, she can summon the Ghost of Blogs Yet to Come, who will reveal your future posts about Ollie.
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Her £400 fee might be a bit much today, on top of the £108 I had to pay the Vet. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good news Pete. Always good to get him checked out for peace of mind. 😊
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Yes, it will stop me worrying. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Yay!! Good news is always welcome. read this post first today-You and Ollie always get my attention!
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Thanks as always, dear Michele. x
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’m happy to hear that Ollie is fine. 🙂
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Thanks, Pit. Getting him checked eased my mind.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Great to hear, Pete…it’s always smart to get a Professional to check him out and offer some guidance, so you can adapt how you see Ollie act and react going forward…
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Thanks, John. He thinks it is just Ollie getting older. So I can cope with that.
Best wishes, Pete.
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This is great news. You are such a good doggie dad.
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Thanks, Darlene. I do worry when his habits change. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’m super happy you have had Ollie checked. Even happier that all is good.
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Thanks, Peggy. He managed to calm my concerns.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Going to the vet put your mind as well as ours at rest. Thank you.
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Thanks, GP. It made me feel more relaxed about things, that’s for sure.
Best wishes, Pete.
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So glad to hear that Ollie is
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*that Ollie is doing well
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Thanks very much, Jeanne.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Yay good news!
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Yes, just his age, apparently. Like me! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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That’s really great news Pete. Our animals are as much apart of the family as we are and we worry about them. When my cat got sick I was beside myself. Glad to hear Ollie is fit as a fiddle and doing well
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Thanks, Debs. The Vet was sure it was just his age, so I will accept that. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Wonderful news🌺
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Thank you. It was a relief, I confess. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Oh, that’s good news, Pete. I’m so pleased Ollie is OK.
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Nice to have it confirmed by the Vet, and put down to his age. At least he didn’t have to have any invasive treatments.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Very good news, Pete. It’s always more worrying when the subject of your concern can’t actually tell you if anything really is wrong! Cheers, Jon.
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Thanks, Jon. If it is just old age, I can deal with that. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Always a great report to find the your canine companion is in great condition…I over-react as well…..chuq
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When old habits change so suddenly, I do find that worrying. If it is just old age for Ollie, I can cope with that.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I know…..I keep an eye on MoMo for any changes……chuq
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good to hear, pete –
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Thanks, Beth. It seems that Ollie and I are just growing old together. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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as we all are –
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Glad to hear this good news, Pete 😃
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Thanks, Chris. Fingers crossed it is just ‘old age’.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Oh, great to hear, Pete! 😊😊
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Thanks, Sue. It is a relief to have had him checked over.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Awwwww pleased Ollie is all good x
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Thanks, you two. Just ‘old age’, apparently. I know how that feels!
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Great news
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Thanks, Lauren. Now I just have to convince myself that Ollie is okay. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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We worry so for our fur babies
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Call the vet and ask, “Are you sure?” Seriously, If you can’t believe the vet, who could convince you?
warmest regards, Theo
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I am happy enough, but still watching him. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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“I am happy enough, but . . .”
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