Learning Curve

Usually we can understand Carlee's language, but boy, not lately. We're not sure if its the time change, new food, aging or us being home because of COVID-19. Her kidney's aren't working as hard, thanks to the new food, but keeps us off the floor (we sit on the floor alot) and outside. She started pushing a hand away. 'Lets make this palatable with fun foods, like pumpkin and no salt chicken broth.' Our vet gave the ok. Mmm, laps it up.
Our redneck raised bowls, about 5" high, are working. It was time to find help for swallowing better. Imagine eating that way. She doesn't know its a box lid for the time being it works. A lip at the bottom catches dripping water, food bites and also a guide to remind of bowl location.
In February, we brought in another dog. This was our option for her and his name is Pnut and hangs out on the corner or slips down.
 'Mom? Mom.' Her vet prescribed pain pills giving her a euphoric feeling and though it should last 24 hours, it doesn't. She stands in the bathroom waiting about 7p for calming chews, she gets two.
The chews relax and get her into bed, sleeping into morning. We like the alternative to the pill form.

Our learning curve has taken another turn. Our town is now on community spread with the COVID-19 virus and we are working from home. We purchased non-perishable items (rice, noodles, canned veg.) that will carry us for some time and we can cook/bake.  Our makeshift office has a pretty view on a sunshine topped table. Our office dog checks on us and she is happy for a mid-day treat that she gets only on weekends. Gov. Noem of South Dakota updates listeners daily of numbers, good and growing. Wash hands with soap and water. Keep minimum 6' distance from each other, self quarantine in your home. Reach out. Check on your neighbors. 
Animals are safe from this virus. Hug them, they will keep you moving and outside, stretch your legs, common sense, don't let your dog out on his own with no fence. Leash and go for a walk, away from others.
As always, help those that need extra that cross your path. Be well. Be safe. We are too.