We went back to VCA Douglas County Animal Hospital to have his bandage changed. Today, Dr. Eppard saw him. She said that the incision is still looking good. I also had her draw some blood so that we can send it in to Canine Health Information Center (CHIC). CHIC was started by the Canine Health Foundation's (CHF) in cooperation with Orthopedic foundation for Animals (OFA). CHIC is developing a database which will serve as an information resource for researchers, breeders, and dog owners.

Of course, it wasn't until I got home and couldn't figure out why Newton's t-shirt was all wet, when I realized that Dr. Eppard didn't bandage the "Y" portion of his incision or the drain. That will teach me not to pay attention.

Newton spends most of the morning in his room (not sure if he is still feeling run down from the surgery or if he is depressed). In the afternoon, he is a bit more social and will come hang out with me. He doesn't seem to want to eat much either.

I decided to sleep on the couch so that Newton could cuddle with me.