Barney has been an excellent and very loved dog. His parentage was a Huntaway collie Mum crossed with a red Welsh border Collie Dad. Both working dogs.
Barney was 14 years old and a keen participant in life, chasing, running, cuddling and road tripping. Wherever we went he wanted to come. He loved meeting people. Pubs, walks, visiting. His particular favourite was paddling at the beach. We chose to put him to sleep before he got too incapacitated by his arthritis. He did have a sharp side like all collies, but was basically a life enhancer.
Barney had his hip plated at 8 months old because of dysplasia. That was extremely successful. He had a very full and energetic life. He loved his hydrotherapy so much after the op that he swam until about 12 years old and then swapped to water treadmill. His last session was a few days before he died.
The main condition that troubled him was his arthritis, mainly in his shoulders because of the way he was built and the comparable lack of strength in his back end. He had laser therapy to help and in later life was helped by regular injections of Librella. In the last couple of years, he did have some dementia (absences) and had some seizures which included lack of limb control. This seemed to be helped by Vitofyllin. He was also quite deaf at the end.
Barney had a diet of Yora insect based kibble and James Wellbeloved wet pouches. He loved milk, ice cream and battered cod! Great treats that went with beach trips.
We hope Barney helps knowledge for the future. We will always treasure our time with him. His friend Inga the Vizsla will miss him.
All the best
Lisa Wright and family.