Two Doctor's Appointments

Today was an eventful day for us. In the morning, Courtney had her 38 week check-up. Baby Chapin appears to be head-down, so that is good news. The doctor said everything looked great and we're still on track for a July 22nd due date. Only 2 weeks from today!!

We've included a picture of Courtney at 38 weeks for your viewing pleasure.
















Our second appointment of the day didn't go as well. We ended up taking Prince to the vet because he has been limping now for almost an entire week. At the vet we learned two bits of distressing news: 1) He now weighs 102 pounds, and 2) He may have a hereditary elbow problem that could require surgery. He hurt the same elbow last summer and they think it might be a physical defect. He's taking pain medication for a week but if he doesn't improve he'll need x-rays and possibly surgery. They said he didn't look "fat" because he is such a big dog, but he could lose some weight. We take him on at least 2 walks a day and only feed him 3 cups of food a day, so we're not sure what else we can do. I personally think he's faking his injury because I had been taking him with me on jogs around the block and he doesn't want to go anymore. As soon as he's healed we're starting a strict fitness regimen.....our chunky dog will be getting back in shape, you can believe that!!