One more week!

Ok, so Tonka is very strong, smart and stubborn. He is, after all, a Presa Canario. After much work and patience on our part to keep his ear bandages in place, at least they lasted a week. So, back to the vet we went for the last time. The doctor was so patient and happy to see Tonka again. Not because he had to redo the bandages, but because he has a soft spot in his heart for Tonka. 🙂

We went for a short walk to explore the rugged terrain near Barceloneta after seeing the vet.

Ah… fresh ocean air… seamist splashing on your face… the sun shining down… relax…

It looks like they’re kissing but they’re actullay tugging on a rope!

The rope is tied to the window bars… I hope they don’t pull them off!

Of course, we stopped by the beach near Barceloneta to explore a new area. We love adventure! There’s this spot that looks like it came right out of a Sci-Fi movie – a crater like formation right on the water! We took a slow, easy walk on the rugged terrain and took in the fresh, salty ocean breeze and wonderful sunshine.

Then we went home for some yummy dinner and playtime!

Another dog day in paradise!

Tonka and Lola are 18 weeks old in these photos.

Recovery Time

Tonka’s recovery was not easy… The poor little guy went through a lot of pain, Lola was lonely and nobody got any sleep. His ears drooped a bit during the second week of recovery. The vet said it was normal and placed the bandages on again. This time a bit more securely and they lasted a little longer. The hard-headed guy kept trying to find ways to take them off…

Presa Mama has too much fun on the iPhone waiting for Tonka’s vet appointment to wrap up.

Tonka’s surgery looks nice…at a price…

No matter where we go, Tonka and Lola are happy to hang out!

Moral of the story: provide plenty of toys!!!

At 17 weeks old, they still fit on the bench together… kind of!

Recuperating from surgery, Tonka enjoys the view from the old fortress.

Once Tonka felt well enough we headed out to Old San Juan to wander around Fort El Morro and rest in the shade of Plaza Colon. It’s always so nice to spend time with my Presa Babies! 🙂

Tonka and Lola are 17 weeks old in these photos.

Bye Bye Ears!

Just a couple more pictures before Tonkas’ ears are lopped off… I couldn’t imagine what he would look like with “big boy” ears!

Presa Dad, your water looks tastier than mine!

Ah, a dog’s life…

This is the last photo we have showcasing Tonka’s natural ears…

Where my little brother? Well, I’ll sleep with Presa Mama and Presa Dad tonight, but I miss my Tonka…

Lola will take after her mom Avva de Presas del Caribe and keep her ears long and natural. There’s just something so sweet about them. We didn’t get her to show her, so why put her throught unnecessary pain? Tonka will be a strong candidate for showmanship, plus taking care of one recuperating puppy will be easier than two, right?

Tonka’s vet was very good and explained the procedure, step by step.  Presa Dad got to see him after the surgery. Poor guy was still groggy. He stayed overnight so that the vet tech could keep a close eye on him until the next day.

I knew we would miss him, but I didn’t realize just how much! Little Lola had never been alone at night, always having her littermates and mom to snuggle with. So, we inflated the air mattress and had a slumber party! Just Presa Mama, Presa Dad and Lola.

Now I understand why Tonka and Lola sleep all day: they are up all night long! Guard dogs… 🙂 I wouldn’t have slept very well anyway, thinking about Tonka and anxious to bring him back home.

Tonka and Lola are 14 weeks old in these photos.