Veterinary Blog in Gilbert
Okay, okay, after weeks of answering with “late December or early January,” we have finally set a date and will open our doors on the second of January, 2008. “Why so long?” some of you will ask. Well, the reasons are numerous, and I assure you that this decision wasn’t made quickly.
Read MoreJust when I think things are finally going to slow down and give us time to think, we’re making progress as quickly as ever. Door frames and doors were installed in the blink of an eye last week, just before truckload after truckload of cabinets came rolling in. Wall and base cabinets have been going…
Read MoreWhile Archie’s recent posts have attempted to approach his surgical experience from a dog’s point-of-view, his surgery and aftercare have forced Dr. Burns and I to stand in a place I’ve often thought of as the “other side of the table.” That is, to a great extent, with Archie, we are now on the opposite side…
Read MoreWe went to see Dr. Lirtzman today, and I got the news I was looking for! Two or three brief walks a day in the neighborhood for the next few weeks, with increasing “road time” after that. Although I still have some soreness in my shoulders, there is very little swelling and I no longer…
Read MoreVeterinary healthcare team members are special people, and Dr. Burns and I have been fortunate to work with many fantastic technicians, assistants, and receptionists over the last decade. And, although you typically speak of taking your pet to see the veterinarian, it is really these other folks who truly make a practice tick, smile, and…
Read MoreThe walls have been taking shape one step at a time over the last few weeks. First, sheetrock goes up on one side, then insulation is put up, then the opposite side is sheetrocked. Once all the wallboard is up, taping and texturing begins, and then in come the painters. As I type, color has…
Read MoreIt’s been over a month since my big day and I’ve been doing great (Thank you to everyone who asks about to me, BTW). I’ve been cooped up like a chicken since my last post, partly because my folks took turns having vacation and I’m a lot for one parent to handle, and partly because…
Read MoreSo, it’s been 9 days since the shoulder surgery, and (aside from a dorky haircut and some surgical staples) you’d never know I’ve been under the knife. I am still taking anti-inflammatory drugs and injections to help my cartilage heal, but Mom and Dad stopped sedating me a day or two ago, and I’m driving…
Read MoreFraming continues, and installation of electrical and other wiring has begun. Clint (our supervisor) is working feverishly to make sure there is wood “backing” in place wherever something heavy will hang on the walls, and he’s constantly on the lookout for little details that will improve the clinic’s appearance and function. He and our general…
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