Another Bath Day

One of the last remaining days before school starts...hot and humid...a perfect day to take the kids to the pool or even just watch a movie in an air-conditioned theater. But of course, there are other ways to spend an afternoon.

Emerson was delighted to have his cone removed after two weeks - unfortunately the plastic was causing sore areas on the back of his neck. He is on a trial period to see whether he can stop biting his tail area and remain "cone-free." If we need to re-apply the cone, we'll have to modify it and pad the edges.

I am discouraged that even after all our recent intensive treatments, the skin problems have not abated. Elliot got a full bath today, and we found several new itchy and raw areas. Emerson just got localized scrubbing to a sore spot on one leg. Last night we went to a local agricultural fair and saw dozens of pristine goats waiting to be shown and then sold. No itchy, flaky coats, no bloody butts, no crusty noses. I just can't figure out what we're doing wrong. 

After we admired the show goats, we visited the petting zoo, and there I found the sweetest tiny goat who snuggled in my lap and listened to all my frustrations. I wonder if she's for sale...