Duke Doberman Update
By Eva James
@wolfgirl569 (132066)
Marion, Ohio
November 25, 2025 9:05am CST
This is a picture of him from a couple of months ago. Now he is a lot thinner but gaining it back. We actually thought we were going to lose him on Halloween. Right after that is when he lost control of potty. We are now thinking he had a bad heart attack or stroke. Poor boy didn't eat for a few days but started slowly getting his strength back. He is now back to eating and drinking normally. I am still keeping the doggie wraps on him but the last few days he has kept them dry. Glad we waited and didn't call the vet. He actually met me this morning when I came in from doing chores. He hadn't done that since Halloween.
We will be going soon to get the kittens. I am hoping the rain has stopped by then. It's warmish out for now.
I don't have anything else to do today. Hope you have a good day.
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@DaddyEvil (170940)
• United States
25 Nov
He's getting up there in years... I'm glad he's doing better now. I'm sure he'll enjoy the new kitties as much as you do.
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@DaddyEvil (170940)
• United States
26 Nov
@wolfgirl569 I'm glad Fuzzy is taking care of him.
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
25 Nov
He is well past the average for his breed.
They are outside but he still has Fuzzy cat taking care of him
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@MarieCoyle (56674)
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25 Nov
I am glad he allowed a bit and I hope you can have some more quality time with your Duke. I know it’s hard to see them failing. Hang in there, Duke!
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
25 Nov
With his age we really thought he would pass that night. But still getting stronger.
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@MarieCoyle (56674)
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26 Nov
@wolfgirl569
He's not ready to give up. As long as he isn't in pain, it's all OK.
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@FourWalls (84521)
• United States
25 Nov
Hugs to Duke Doberman! Get better, buddy!! 
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@LadyDuck (497117)
• Italy
26 Nov
@wolfgirl569 - I see the kitty sleeping near him, Duke keeps him warm.
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
26 Nov
@LadyDuck Duke makes him look like a small cat 
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
26 Nov
He thought he would pass that night with his age and how fast he dropped. But continues getting stronger
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@LeaPea2417 (39776)
• Toccoa, Georgia
25 Nov
I'm glad he is doing better. My neighbor has 3 Doberman's.
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@RasmaSandra (95919)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
25 Nov
Glad to hear he is bouncing back and perhaps the new kittens will give him more joy in life,
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
25 Nov
The kittens are outside but Fuzzy cat still cuddles him.
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@Marilynda1225 (89641)
• United States
25 Nov
I'm really glad he's doing better and hope as each day passes he gets back to his old self. It's sad when our pets are suffering.
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
26 Nov
He is getting stronger. Thankfully he seems to not be hurting.
@LindaOHio (217836)
• United States
26 Nov
I'm so glad Duke Doberman is getting better. As long as he isn't suffering, he can stay with you for a while yet.
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@wolfgirl569 (132066)
• Marion, Ohio
26 Nov
Except his weight he is back to normal mostly
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