I love that in these pictures it was just my goal to take them of Lucy, but this is proof that Reynolds can't stand to not be by his sisters side. Reynolds, oh our sweet Reynolds. It is hard to even write these words... Just as of yesterday we found out the sad news that Reynolds has hip dysplasia. This is a common thing in Golden Retrievers to get, but it is so sad to see our precious 3 year old walk loving, ocean swimming, ball fetching furry friend not be able to do these things he loves. The past 8 months we have been investigating his weak legs and knees. We have rested, we have medicated, we have been taking joint vitamins, but things just kept getting worse. So, we did x-rays yesterday and Dr. Brad confirmed our fear that he has weak hips with hip dysplasia. I haven't been this sad in a long time. No, he isn't going to die, but it is just as painful to watch our 101 pound son struggling to stand from sitting or laying down. So, here is to our new favorite past time with Reynolds being snuggling, petting, and laying down with him to prevent his hips getting worse. Let us pray that these precious joints won't get any worse and they will plateu right where they are. Praying that medicine and joint supplements make him strong and to not have any pain. Reynolds, you have a good 15 years of life ahead of you to grow old and gray with your Mom, Dad, and little sister Lucy!
