The Max Motel

10/15/2023

04/13/2023

On 4/11/23, I had to say goodbye to my buddy Maxie. It was the hardest thing I ever did. He stopped eating last week and the vet had to hydrate him. He ate for a few days then stopped eating again. It was too much of a hardship on him to keep hydrating him. I’ve been so utterly devastated and sad down to my toes. I miss him so much. He was my little buddy for 10 years and had made so many dog friends thru The Max Motel. I want to thank all of the dog owners that I have met along the way and how much Max enjoyed their company while staying here. I’m not sure if the Max Motel will continue, so for now it will be closed during this time of sadness.
Thank you all for loving Max and entrusting your pets in my care.
Diane

04/04/2023

Max gettin’ some lovin’ from his doctor!

04/04/2023

Max is home with a new bed but he can’t decide which one is more comfy! Silly dog! Glad to have him back home. He’s down 2 lbs. Now 17.4 lbs.

04/04/2023

Max is coming home today! Test results due next week but it sounds like he will be his old self in no time! 🥰

04/03/2023

Current update on Maxie:
He has an UTI and will get an ultrasound today to check his organs. He definitely has stomach distress similar to gastritis. The vet provides so much info it’s hard to comprehend everything. Some of his internal organ changes are age related. He won’t be on any special diet which surprised me but will be getting meds for infection, nausea and pain. My little guy is such a trooper! He is getting great care at Pinnacle ER in Glen Mills, as well as great care from Brandywine Vet Hospital in Chadds Ford who suggested Pinnacle for their 24/7 care. Hopefully, Max will be home late Tuesday to enjoy this beautiful weather. Thanks again for all your prayers! D

04/03/2023

Max Update:
I have been expecting the worse but today he walked right into the room! He is still getting hydrated and will get an ultrasound on Monday. I was shocked at the difference in him! The vet seemed encouraging too. Said it's very common with diabetics. I wish my vet told me to look out for this in the beginning. He still has a ways to go but today was very encouraging.
Monday an internist will look him over and possibly change up his insulin dosage. He’s eating more which was a good sign too.
Thank you all for your kind words and well wishes. It has been a hellish few days but hopefully he will be on the mend and be around for another 5 years!

03/31/2023

I don’t usually post prayer requests but tonight I am.

My little buddy Max is fighting to stay alive tonight. He has gotten extremely dehydrated and has some electrolyte and potassium imbalances. He had some stomach issues for the last few days and refused food but drank water. Not being able to keep water down, a trip to the vet and the ER vet was on the agenda today.

They are hoping after a few days of receiving IV fluids he will spring back. It didn’t sound totally hopeful but I’m not giving up yet.

This has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever been faced with. Knowing that you have a heart that needs you and also a heart that you can’t let go of.

Please keep us in your prayers for whatever outcome God provides.
D

02/20/2023

Hanging out with Max at the park. Gorgeous day to be outside.

10/29/2022

Baxter checked in to The Max Motel yesterday for his fun weekend with Mr. Max!

10/03/2022

I could squeeze him to pieces!

All snuggled up 😇
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09/09/2022

The Bichons have arrived!
Max is seeing double.

09/03/2022

Bruno is enjoying his visit! Clifford the big red dog is playing on Netflix…

09/03/2022

Bruno is staying this weekend! First time guest and Max is in awe! Max has been doing his infamous nose nudges to get Bruno to play… so far no response!

05/13/2022

They don’t call this
“The Max Motel” for nothing…Ollie is here, but Max is staking claim on his fav bed!

04/02/2022

Ollie is visiting Max for the weekend!

02/05/2022

Max trying to get cozy…⛄️

02/03/2022

01/04/2022

Happy Max with his Christmas toys from Aunt Colleen!