redbonemanII
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For those of you who know or have hunted with or know my dog Jack, I have a bit of news that is kind of rough. (pictures are a bit bloody)
GrCh NiteCh 'PR' Wiley's Hillbilly Jack had to undergo surgery yesterday to remove two sticks that became lodged in his neck. The pieces of wood were lodged millimeters from his jugular, and could have moved to kill him at any moment. I have to give credit to God that they didn't make that shift.
The Vet had to remove quite a bit of skin in order to save him. Therefore, Jack will have a permanent scar on the left side of his cheek and down his neck. Inevitably, this will affect his looks, the future will tell as to what extent.
Below is the picture sent to me from the Vet following surgery. (the scalpel is included to reference for size)
However, Jack will still be able to hunt, and we will be back in the circuit when I get back from Africa and make his push towards Grand.
Love your hounds every chance you get, they can be taken at any time. Being a coonhound is a dangerous occupation. Remember that folks.
Kent Wiley
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