At Last!
Robbie has come through his final cataract operation with reasonable success. It was not straightforward - which is par for the course with Robbie- as some of the cataract was attached to the back of the eye. But the ophthalmologist did manage to insert a new lens and Robbie had quite good vision - probably about 70%. This means he can negotiate familiar and enclosed spaces such as dog parks with great success. He needs to be kept on leash at the beach etc where he may become disoriented easily and not find his way back. So after more than three months, his journey is over thank heavens. He will now be put up for either adoption or permanent foster care as we need to find an owner who will take into account his limitations - minimal as they are! We were very lucky with Tigger - my previous vision impaired dog - as he found the  perfect new home with Ross and Carmel.Hopefully there is someone out there just like them for Robbie. He goes to a new carer next week as I am going away but they love him dearly so he will be fine. Hopefully he will find a new home whilst I'm gone.
Cheers
Marilyn - The Dog Diva.

Still no joy!!

Robbie went in for a cataract operation on his other eye after the first one was not successful. Unfortunately this time he had to be pulled out of the anaesthetic as his lung collapsed. The surgeon had already made the incision - poor little dog! He has recovered really well and is back to his old self.

Yesterday we decided to go ahead with another attempt after discussion with various professionals. The collapse of the lung was due to a procedural occurrence but I wont say much more on that. He is fit and healthy so all should go well next time.

It is all rather stressful for all concerned - not the least Robbie.
I will keep you updated. His next operation is on the 11th May.

Robbie with his cousins Misty and Shadow

Cheers
The Dog Diva