My Buddy, Darwin the Amazing Border Collie
Below are pictures of my best buddy, Darwin. He's a border collie that was abandoned by his owners in October 1994 when he was about a year old. He is the most intelligent, most loving dog I've ever had in my life. Notice the black heart on his right side!
Darwin has almost completely recovered from a near-death case of tick paralysis. If you have a dog or know anyone who loves their dog as much as me, click the link below to read my story about this experience:
Darwin's Recovery from Tick Paralysis
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1994-2004
Darwin on September 2, 2006
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2007 On November 15, 2006, Darwin developed a growth on his chin. It started to break open his skin and bleed, so it had to be removed. I thought everything was going to be fine, but unfortunately, the growth grew back. This time, it was underneath the skin and was even larger than before. On March 13, 2007, Darwin went in for a second surgery. Much of his lower lip also had to be removed. He looked like a horror show, but I know the doctor did his best to try to seal the huge wound. On March 18th, Brian discovered another similar-looking growth on his leg. It seems as though it is most likely a cancer that is spreading. He also coughs a lot. I think it might be possible that he also has a growth in his throat. In any case, he's not doing very well, but he still tries to remain in good spirits despite all he is going through. Here are a few photos of him the day after his second surgery. 
Darwin on March 14, 2007
Darwin seems to be healing
well about four weeks later. Here he is resting on his favorite corduroy
bed.
Darwin on April 10, 2007
Darwin in 2008 Darwin has been doing well in 2008, but is old (about 14 1/2) and spends a lot of time sleeping. He can't make even the few stairs down the landing to go outside anymore though and must be carried down. He can climb up with assistance though.
Darwin on February 19, 2008
Darwin on April 17, 2008
Darwin on April 20, 2008
Darwin on May 15, 2008
Darwin on May 31, 2008
Darwin on June 10, 2008
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Youtube Movies of Darwin
Here are some short movies of Darwin.
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Darwin walking into the den and
laying down (2004?)
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Darwin's favorite fast food is Arby's. On April 5, 2007, when we ordered Arby's, he went crazy!
| Short version, variety of whines | Longer version, makes funny coughing sound |
| Whining repetitively | Whining repetitively 2 |
Here are some more videos from April-June 2008.
| April 17, 2008 Growling, then Yawning | May 4, 2008 Moving front leg while sleeping |
| May 11, 2008 Moving hind leg while sleeping | May 11, 2008 Moving hind leg while sleeping (close-up) |
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May 13, 2008 with the "Chatter-Lips".
He does this a lot when he is excited.
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June 17, 2008 with the "Chatter-Lips".
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