I love that last shot of camper in the front seat, just laying his head down, in his home, with his pack, just so relaxed and recovering in peace. LOVE THAT! Glad he's OK.
Yes, it appears that his mom rigged up a type of extension of his front seat for a &more comfortable ride ❤️ The things we do for our dogs. I miss my dogs so much. After seeing my neighbors’ 2 normally friendly dogs keep a creepy, middle-aged man at a distance, I really feel that I should seriously consider investing in a guard dog for safety then, we can grow old together 👵🏻 lol, I’m in my 60’s now and completely intimidated about leaving my current abode because of creeps! In the meantime, I need to seriously prep myself with mace & a taser again! 😟
I’m glad Camper is ok. Foxtails are the worst. They also like to burrow on their paws. Make sure to always check Camper’s paws after being outside. My dog Shelby got one and my poor little thing needed to get on antibiotics since it left her an injury on her paw.
yes these things can even enter blood vessels in the paws and go further up, this is extremely dangerous and needs a fast surgery. And they can also enter the ears and create harm there, not to forget. Really horrible enemies for dogs.
They burrow anywhere they make contact. They are all over NV as well. My Chow got one in the side of her cheek as a puppy. Found it before it burrowed into her jawbone. Nasty horrible things. Always check your dog over
So glad Camper is okay, nothing scarier than when our fur babies need medical care. Never heard of foxtails getting in the noses of dogs, so thank you for sharing and bringing awareness.
The so called 'danger' of Foxtail grass for dogs is way overrated🙄 Dogs are fine running or even rolling around in it without a problem and will cause zero harm. A hooked burr inside Camper's nostril would have eventually been blown out through sneezing, although the vet extracting it with tweezers obviously relieved the discomfort a bit quicker.
Oh Nikki! Foxtail is so horrible!! Please check between Camper’s toes after a hike. One got between my dog’s toes and worked up to the top of his foot and made an abscess! $200 vet bill. I didn’t know about them until that point either! I pulled out every blade of grass of it in my yard and avoid walking paths & sidewalks that are lined with dried out foxtail grass!! 😱 check thru Camper’s fur each evening too!
Don't feel like a bad mommy to Camper. One, you didn't know about foxtails and two, any dog that's outdoors regularly will somehow end up with a foxtail in its nose or also between their toes (also requires surgery). Camper is very lucky to have such a great mommy that loves him so much. 💛
Thank you for the PSA on foxtails! I've been taking training and boarding dogs for years and had never heard of that being an issue. So glad Camper Puppy Pie is ok❤
Yep, When I lived in California... 30 years ago... had yellow lab... Looked like Camper but bigger... he snorted a Foxtail... while on a creek that looked just like the one you were on... a big one right up his nose... and as soon as I saw poor Camper sneezing like that, I instantly said... Foxtail. The Vet pulled it out under antistatic cuz it was way in there. They used forceps and pulled a four inch long foxtail out... no worries after that. Happy to see he's OK.
About 2 months ago we had to take our pup to the emergency vet. It was the worst feeling, watching her vom blood and then leaving her overnight. Sending virtual hugs if you need them. Being a dog parent is a whole nother level of stress but the love they provide us is soooo worth it ❤❤❤
What a nice water area! Never heard of that - foxtails! Ugh... So glad that you realized that Camper's continuous sneezing might be a problem, and you checked it out. Sometimes ignorance is NOT bliss; you averted a major problem and got it in time, due to your caring and vigilance - a Wonderful Dog Mom, Nikki ❤ ❤ - 👸
Long ago (1964), when we lived in La Mesa, our neighbor, who had two dachshunds, had one of the dogs get into some foxtails. We left that area before I learned the ultimate outcome of that situation. Obviously, foxtails are still around. Not to mention poison oak, which we were cautioned about. Compliments to the vet.
SO Glad you got that foxtail in time and sweet boy is fine. I live in California and we're surrounded by foxtails in the summer, so my dogs get foxtails from time to time. It's important to keep an eye on their fur, ears, between their toes, genitals, everywhere, because those awful things can burrow in anywhere, especially hidden spots like between the toes, and cause awful problems. Big Hugs to you both.
Yep. And the biggest issue is that they have a barb like surface, so they only go IN. Used to have problems with some long haired dogs getting them lodged in the roof of their mouths trying to bite them out of their fur. When they get in the animal's nose, they can work their way up into the sinuses. If lucky, you can catch it while still in the nasal cavity and pull it out without anesthesia.
Ok now that I can see again from crying my eyes out!!! Isn’t it interesting how we think we are rescuing these sweet angels, just to find out they are really just angels sent here to rescue us. Place in our life path when we would never figure it out. Camper is truly your angel baby, the bond you have is so precious. It took me a couple of days to watch this, my sweet angel baby Skippers passed away a few years ago and so times I have patches when it’s hard. Watching you and camper, is that special reminder of the bonds between us and our angel babies. You two are a blessing
Poor little Camper! So glad you caught it. Those fox tails are no joke. And unfortunately, they’re all over the California coast this summer. Safe travels! 💜
Wow! Thank you for the heads up about the Foxtail! Been around it forever and never knew the danger it is for the furbabies! Camper is such a good boy, Glad he is OK!
Hi Nikki. OMG. Good to see Camper is ok!!!!!!!!!!! I can't imagine what was going through your head. Super smart to take him to the vet!!!!! It certainly proves what a caring person you are!!!!!!!!!! I had no idea they could be that serious. I have a neighbor with foxtail right beside their sidewalk where people walk their dogs. I promise I will go cut it and dispose of it tomorrow. KEN
Yes!!! Foxtails have always been a problem....but ober the years you become aware of them ,and hopefully avoid the vet 👍. At dinner i noticed what you were drinking .. Alive mushroom drink !!! Love that stuff ... really good for you ... Happy Trails 🎶🎶
We were getting near the end of the video and Camper was the only one who seemed to be having problems, so I was like, "OH NO! CAMPER is the one who has to go to ER!" I'm so glad he's okay and I had no idea about foxtail! Thank you SO MUCH for this video, Nikki! Give Camper a big kiss from me and Sage!
That was the same VCA specialty group in San Diego that my pup was going to for chemotherapy before she passed away on 6.17. They're amazing but my girl had so many things going on like cancer, tumor on her liver and one on her spleen, pancreatitis at the end that we couldn't save her :( I miss her a lot and it's a joy watching you and Camper every week
Oh… hugs and kisses to Camper for a speedy rebound! Such a good boy! It is so scary when our fur babies are in trouble like that! Hugs to you too Nikki! So glad you caught that as soon as you did!
You are such a loving mother, once I was doing some work on my garage as a teen ager and a wood header fell and the a nail on the end of it cut deep into my arm, I was in pain and bleeding like a faucet, my mother looked at it, grabbed a towel and said, " You will live, get back to work."
I'm glad that Camper is going to be fine. It's definitely one of those live and learn experiences. You're a great and loving PAW-parent. Foxtails can be found throughout California, including where I'm at in LA/Orange Counties. I used to actively try and keep my Aussie Shepherd from shrub areas (with her being born deaf/blind, I was her eyes and ears for 14 years until her passing last month after just turning 16). Even then, I still had to carefully inspect her coat and skin to make sure she was all clear of those pernicious things.
Great video. Glad everything turned out ok. It's really crazy how fast everything went from "Living the dream!" to "OMG! WTF!" Just another example of not taking anything for granted, cherishing the good times, and grabbing happiness wherever you can, whenever you can, while you can. Life is too precious, too short, and too unpredictable to wait for happiness. We got to be happy, right here, right now.
oh camper i wish you nothing but health and happiness! you have an awesome dogg mom! much love to you nikki for being great! have a great weekend to you both!
Foxtail is found in every state, bar seven. If you own a dog and spend time outside (which you should, given you own a dog) please look up this plant and which species grows in your state. They can be found in fields, areas of water etc. and tend to grow year round in the west. They can be deadly to dogs if not treated. Incessant sneezing is the most common sign. So glad Camper was treated quickly. You are such a good mom.
Thank you Nikki for alerting me about Foxtails. I had never heard of this. My dog & I have hiked all over VA, and some in North Carolina & South Carolina...but I just read, they are not located here. I am so happy to be warned about this should we travel elsewhere in the Country. This is pretty bazaar how it will travel thru the dogs body. So happy that Camper is going to be okay. 😍
Thank you for being such a good pet parent that you were observant enough and concerned enough to get Camper checked out, and caring enough to get it fixed. Emergency visits aren't cheap.
I sure am glad Camper is going to be OK. I didn't know about foxtail. I've seen them around but never give it any thought. Thank you Nikki for sharing that information 😊. You could tell he was still pretty much out of it on your way to the van. It's a great day when you find out your best buddy is going to be fine. Happy travels to you and Camper. Until next time 🍻. Peace 🙏
Nikki, my dog and I lived in SoCal and every summer went to the Kern River and we went thru the same thing. Prednison was our friend. Every year it was the same. You'll be happy to know that he lived a long and happy life with no issues. Now you know what you are looking for and you guys will be fine.
So happy Camper is safe! I'm glad he had symptoms like sneezing. (Mine had no symptoms, just a yucky eruption From. Her. Cheek!) You're a great pet mom for responding quickly.
I almost didn't watch this video because I could see the sadness on your face on the thumbnail. Thank God that Camper is okay. He is an awesome dog! He's also probably your best friend. I worry about you out there by yourself but Camper is a layer of safety for you. Be careful out there. We all can't wait for your next adventure and video.
Oh poor Camper. The same thing happened to my dog when she was a puppy. The problem was that she was a small breed and was very close to the ground. Every time she sneezed, she would violently hit her head on the ground. She too ended up being fine. It’s good that you put the post and a warning/awareness to others ❤
You are a beautiful person for living and learning. Thank you so much for sharing this rock with us, I'm so glad you're here Nikki! Keep living! The more you learn the more you grow, the more you grow, the more you can help others. I just looked this up today and you might have saved MY pup with this information. THANK YOU. Live long.
My heart dropped when you said camper had an issue!!! The…. Moment…. You said the world was lifted off your shoulders, it was for me as well. I couldn’t imagine my little Scooter (golden) and Dash (mini Aussie) with a foxtail incident😢😢😢
How scary for you and Camper! I know how much he means to you, and as a dog lover myself, I'm so happy he's OK and that you have some relief from that as well. Don't beat yourself up about not knowing - be proud of the fact that you used your platform to inform the rest of us. That's what's important. That stuff is everywhere - even here in the midwest, so it's nice to know about the dangers of it to doggos. Safe travels, Nikki!
I'm so glad Camper is OK! How scary 😱. Something to pick up the next shopping run is a bottle of Tecnu. It's a soap that you can use on your skin, on Camper and on any contaminated laundry. It binds to the poison ivy / oak or sumac oils and removes them with cold water. You can also apply it beforehand as a preventative, and even after exposure without water if you can't shower off right away. Hubby does landscaping and it's saved us many times!
SO glad Camper's ok. Thank you for educating us about foxtails! Also, thanks for reminding us that van life isn't 100% beautiful sunsets. It's nice to see what a normal day is for you, positive and negative.
Feeding raw is truly the best. My Bella is 23 and still healthy on raw. So glad Camper is ok. Most people don''t know about foxtails, sadly. I think its something rescue orgs and vets should educate about as a priority. I try to spend weeks every spring digging it up on the trails near our home. They can also burrow into dogs feet and ears. So if you ever see Camper shaking his head alot, check his ears for foxtails.
Oh Nikki. We love Camper so much. We are glad he is ok. We have a dog that has ibd and colitis so we know it is tough when they are not feeling well. You have such wonderful videos. We look forward to a new one every Friday. Thanks! ♥
Gosh I’m so thankful Camper is ok. Isn’t it wild how madly we can love them? My wife and I just lost our sweet Husky, Leila 8 months ago. She was 14. The love is unmatched. Safe travels.
I’m glad Camper is ok. Foxtails are nasty little things, check his paws often because they can enter his body there too. My little Jellyroll has a couple of surgeries at different times to remove them.
Something got in my eyes when you picked Camper up from the animal hospital. Probably just some dust. 😊 So happy that they got him all fixed up. ❤ Safe travels to you both.
My dog acted the same recently after a hike in the sierra nevada desert. We just gave her over the weekend and it came out ny itself. Im glad it worked out for camper.
Sorry camper had to go through that. Foxtails are everywhere. I just recently had to remove a foxtail from my dogs left eye. Took him to the vet, and it scratched his eye. He's fine now thank goodness. You really have to watch for those insidious foxtails. I'm glad camper is doing better
I’m so glad my nephew is back to feeling ok! What’s it like to share a dog with all of your viewers? Hope the week is SO much better than the last! -Auntie Erin
Seeing camper laying on the seat, still drowsy from his procedure made me cry. We just lost our dear Rocket Dog. She was our baby for 10 years. I don’t like it when our doggies are sick. I am so glad Camper is okay.
My Boxer had one of them in his nose and, because their nasal passage is so convoluted, it can be a major problem. We had been out in the bush, I'm Australian, and I'd noticed some of these things on his face as he was running through the long grass. The next morning he was snorting a lot, just like Camper, so I took him to the vet. Told the vet what I thought might be the problem and, just like Camper, they found and removed it. Love your videos, Nikki, keep 'em coming.
I shed a tear for camper and you Nikki especially after you two came out of the vet and Camper fell asleep in the van from being groggy because of the procedure while you pet his head. I can also imagine the relief you must have felt when you knew Camper would be ok. I no how it is to have your best furry friend not feeling good... it breaks your heart. So glad that your story had a happy ending.
Those foxtail can be bad for cats too, get stuck in their mouth/throat, if eating grasses. Your laundry soap sheets: Tear into small pieces, Put in machine where liquid/powder soap goes, they will dissolve faster/better. Are you heading north with the summer? Sierra Nevada mountains off 395 still has plenty of snow and beautiful scenery. You should try Tioga Pass area for hiking. I think you and camper will love the area around Saddlebag Lake, above Lee Vinning. Although the road will not open until AFTER July 4th!
Off leash is great sometimes! But be sure to clear the area first visually and always be on the lookout for rattlesnakes, scorpions, and in many places around the western US there are coyote traps set near trails. ALWAYS check an area out before letting furbabies run wild.
I love your videos and adore camper. He reminds me so much of my sweet Penny Lane. She has cancer now and we are trying to make the most out of what we we have left. Dogs are literally the best
Our Labrador had a foxtail work it's way out his lung to his side. The vet removed it. I mentioned it before I love the relationship you have with your BFF Camper. He's a rare find. Just a suggestion, his paw pads should not be neglected. All the rock and trail trekking, in addition to hot asphalt walking will take a toll. We use O'Keeffes healthy feet lotion on our rat terrier. Just a little before bedtime. Our Labrador passed from old age in 1998.
Nikki turning Camper (a desert dog) into a water boy. I`m so glad Camper is good, I love the way he came into your life. Thank you for sharing with us.
Foxtails can also work their way in right next to their claws. So watch if your dog starts having issues with their paw it’s good to check that out. I’ve seen xrays of a dog’s paw with the foxtail right inside it.
I’m thrilled That camper is all right, I love watching these videos. And it’s nice to see that occasionally a veterinarian can do some good. The majority of them sadly are causing way more harm and damage. This is the first time in years I have heard about a veterinarian doing some good
Foxtails are a huge issue for dogs in CA when dry season hits. Dogs who run through the dry grass have to be checked carefully after every walk, especially ears and noses. As well as feet. Glad you got to vet before there was major damage.
Nikki I'm so sorry to hear about Camper but I'm glad the procedure was successful! Hopefully this will help prevent other dogs from going through the same thing, so thank you for sharing.
My first thought when Camper started sneezing was the air quality from the Canadian wildfires. I know these videos are a few weeks old but this week the greater Chicagoland area was hit really hard by bad air quality and we were all miserable. A couple weeks ago I know my friends in New York were struggling. Fortunately some storms came along and mixed up the air and thinned out the smoke so it’s better today.
My pup is 8.5 years old now but when she was 6 months old she got a foxtail stuck in her tonsils and needed surgery to remove it. The scariest time ever!! Glad camper is better.
Great job getting Camper to the Vet in time and saving him further suffering and potentially a worse outcome. Also appreciate you spreading the word about the FoxTail danger. I'd never heard of it until now.
when I saw Camper sneezing over and over that's the first thing I thought. I used to work in a vet hospital eons ago, every summer we saw a lot of animals with foxtails. They can get in every orifice and between their toes especially if they have a heavy coat. I'm glad he is doing well.
Man I was doing van life 10 yrs ago in san diego. Crazy to see it still going 10 yrs later. It's not all cracked up to be and I bet it's harder now then ever. Good luck in living your dream but it will get old fast so enjoy it.
I'm so glad Camper is ok and you caught it in time! I really hadn't worried about them or really thought about them until we rescued our senior pups the last couple of years. We do live in Northern San Diego country so they are around but luckily not in our yard that I can tell.
I love that last shot of camper in the front seat, just laying his head down, in his home, with his pack, just so relaxed and recovering in peace. LOVE THAT! Glad he's OK.
Yes, it appears that his mom rigged up a type of extension of his front seat for a &more comfortable ride ❤️ The things we do for our dogs. I miss my dogs so much. After seeing my neighbors’ 2 normally friendly dogs keep a creepy, middle-aged man at a distance, I really feel that I should seriously consider investing in a guard dog for safety then, we can grow old together 👵🏻 lol, I’m in my 60’s now and completely intimidated about leaving my current abode because of creeps! In the meantime, I need to seriously prep myself with mace & a taser again! 😟
I literally cried seeing Camper come out from the vet! So relieved he is ok ❤
I’m glad Camper is ok. Foxtails are the worst. They also like to burrow on their paws. Make sure to always check Camper’s paws after being outside. My dog Shelby got one and my poor little thing needed to get on antibiotics since it left her an injury on her paw.
yes these things can even enter blood vessels in the paws and go further up, this is extremely dangerous and needs a fast surgery. And they can also enter the ears and create harm there, not to forget. Really horrible enemies for dogs.
They burrow anywhere they make contact. They are all over NV as well. My Chow got one in the side of her cheek as a puppy. Found it before it burrowed into her jawbone. Nasty horrible things. Always check your dog over
Thank you! Goodness, THEY ARE TERRIFYING! Yes, I check every day now, so scary how threatening they are! Glad Shelby was ok!
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@@NikkiDelventhal they also get into ears.
Hi Nikki! Delighted that you are visiting us here in Southern CA. Let me know if you'd like to meet up!
So glad Camper is okay, nothing scarier than when our fur babies need medical care. Never heard of foxtails getting in the noses of dogs, so thank you for sharing and bringing awareness.
There are tons of foxtails where I live and something you have to be careful with as they can accidently inhale it as they are sniffing around
Thanks for letting us cheat by reading the comments to see what happened. Now I can watch with less anxiety. Thanks 👍🏽
The so called 'danger' of Foxtail grass for dogs is way overrated🙄 Dogs are fine running or even rolling around in it without a problem and will cause zero harm. A hooked burr inside Camper's nostril would have eventually been blown out through sneezing, although the vet extracting it with tweezers obviously relieved the discomfort a bit quicker.
My dog died from a foxtail in her nostril
@@exploringnext1111 That's life. 🙄🤣🐕
Oh Nikki! Foxtail is so horrible!!
Please check between Camper’s toes after a hike. One got between my dog’s toes and worked up to the top of his foot and made an abscess! $200 vet bill. I didn’t know about them until that point either! I pulled out every blade of grass of it in my yard and avoid walking paths & sidewalks that are lined with dried out foxtail grass!! 😱 check thru Camper’s fur each evening too!
I'm so glad Camper is ok, and the relief on your face just shows how much you love him.
Don't feel like a bad mommy to Camper. One, you didn't know about foxtails and two, any dog that's outdoors regularly will somehow end up with a foxtail in its nose or also between their toes (also requires surgery). Camper is very lucky to have such a great mommy that loves him so much. 💛
Glad you took Camper to the vet and he was treated in early stages!! Don't wait if you have pet concerns, folks! 🐕
That's the thing... we know our pets. I know immediately if something is going on.
Thank you for the PSA on foxtails! I've been taking training and boarding dogs for years and had never heard of that being an issue. So glad Camper Puppy Pie is ok❤
I've heard of foxtails getting stuck in dogs' ears and I've taken a couple rescue cats to the vet for foxtails caught underneath their third eyelid.
Poor little guy. You are truly a great dog-mom. Love your adventures with the great Camper.
Yep, When I lived in California... 30 years ago... had yellow lab... Looked like Camper but bigger... he snorted a Foxtail... while on a creek that looked just like the one you were on... a big one right up his nose... and as soon as I saw poor Camper sneezing like that, I instantly said... Foxtail. The Vet pulled it out under antistatic cuz it was way in there. They used forceps and pulled a four inch long foxtail out... no worries after that. Happy to see he's OK.
Sweet Camper, glad he is okay! That watering hole looked amazing! Enjoy your break and have fun.
I’m so happy to hear Camper is okay! He’s such a sweet dog! 🐾❤
About 2 months ago we had to take our pup to the emergency vet. It was the worst feeling, watching her vom blood and then leaving her overnight. Sending virtual hugs if you need them. Being a dog parent is a whole nother level of stress but the love they provide us is soooo worth it ❤❤❤
What a nice water area!
Never heard of that - foxtails! Ugh... So glad that you realized that Camper's continuous sneezing might be a problem, and you checked it out. Sometimes ignorance is NOT bliss; you averted a major problem and got it in time, due to your caring and vigilance - a Wonderful Dog Mom, Nikki ❤ ❤ - 👸
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Yes, foxtails are BAD! My poor dog got one in his ear and it was sad the infection and pain he experienced!
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Long ago (1964), when we lived in La Mesa, our neighbor, who had two dachshunds, had one of the dogs get into some foxtails. We left that area before I learned the ultimate outcome of that situation. Obviously, foxtails are still around. Not to mention poison oak, which we were cautioned about. Compliments to the vet.
SO Glad you got that foxtail in time and sweet boy is fine. I live in California and we're surrounded by foxtails in the summer, so my dogs get foxtails from time to time. It's important to keep an eye on their fur, ears, between their toes, genitals, everywhere, because those awful things can burrow in anywhere, especially hidden spots like between the toes, and cause awful problems. Big Hugs to you both.
Yep. And the biggest issue is that they have a barb like surface, so they only go IN. Used to have problems with some long haired dogs getting them lodged in the roof of their mouths trying to bite them out of their fur. When they get in the animal's nose, they can work their way up into the sinuses. If lucky, you can catch it while still in the nasal cavity and pull it out without anesthesia.
Ok now that I can see again from crying my eyes out!!! Isn’t it interesting how we think we are rescuing these sweet angels, just to find out they are really just angels sent here to rescue us. Place in our life path when we would never figure it out. Camper is truly your angel baby, the bond you have is so precious. It took me a couple of days to watch this, my sweet angel baby Skippers passed away a few years ago and so times I have patches when it’s hard. Watching you and camper, is that special reminder of the bonds between us and our angel babies. You two are a blessing
Poor little Camper! So glad you caught it. Those fox tails are no joke. And unfortunately, they’re all over the California coast this summer. Safe travels! 💜
Wow! Thank you for the heads up about the Foxtail! Been around it forever and never knew the danger it is for the furbabies! Camper is such a good boy, Glad he is OK!
Aww, poor Camper. Foxtails are no joke. I'm glad you knew to take him the the vet ASAP. He's lucky to have you. Take care, safe travels!
Hi Nikki. OMG. Good to see Camper is ok!!!!!!!!!!! I can't imagine what was going through your head. Super smart to take him to the vet!!!!! It certainly proves what a caring person you are!!!!!!!!!! I had no idea they could be that serious. I have a neighbor with foxtail right beside their sidewalk where people walk their dogs. I promise I will go cut it and dispose of it tomorrow. KEN
So happy to know Camper is ok, big hugs mamma, I could tell how worried you were, hurts our hearts when our fur babies hurt. ❤
These foxtails can also get into your dogs ear too! If they constantly shake their heads, get it check out by a Vet.
I actually cried when you said he was fine. Funny how you get attached to animals when watching all these videos. I’m so happy you both are well. ❤❤❤❤
Yes!!! Foxtails have always been a problem....but ober the years you become aware of them ,and hopefully avoid the vet 👍. At dinner i noticed what you were drinking .. Alive mushroom drink !!! Love that stuff ... really good for you ...
Happy Trails 🎶🎶
We were getting near the end of the video and Camper was the only one who seemed to be having problems, so I was like, "OH NO! CAMPER is the one who has to go to ER!" I'm so glad he's okay and I had no idea about foxtail! Thank you SO MUCH for this video, Nikki! Give Camper a big kiss from me and Sage!
That was the same VCA specialty group in San Diego that my pup was going to for chemotherapy before she passed away on 6.17. They're amazing but my girl had so many things going on like cancer, tumor on her liver and one on her spleen, pancreatitis at the end that we couldn't save her :( I miss her a lot and it's a joy watching you and Camper every week
Oh… hugs and kisses to Camper for a speedy rebound! Such a good boy! It is so scary when our fur babies are in trouble like that! Hugs to you too Nikki! So glad you caught that as soon as you did!
18:23 Wow! I had never heard of foxtails before!
Cheers to you and Camper. What a great relief when you get to pick your dog up from the vet and all is well!
You are such a loving mother, once I was doing some work on my garage as a teen ager and a wood
header fell and the a nail on the end of it cut deep into my arm, I was in pain and bleeding like a faucet,
my mother looked at it, grabbed a towel and said, " You will live, get back to work."
It’s the absolute worst when your dog isn’t feeling well! Great that Campers problems weren’t worse 👍🏻
I'm glad that Camper is going to be fine. It's definitely one of those live and learn experiences. You're a great and loving PAW-parent.
Foxtails can be found throughout California, including where I'm at in LA/Orange Counties. I used to actively try and keep my Aussie Shepherd from shrub areas (with her being born deaf/blind, I was her eyes and ears for 14 years until her passing last month after just turning 16). Even then, I still had to carefully inspect her coat and skin to make sure she was all clear of those pernicious things.
much love to you, Camper. So glad your Mom takes such great care of you.
Great video. Glad everything turned out ok. It's really crazy how fast everything went from "Living the dream!" to "OMG! WTF!" Just another example of not taking anything for granted, cherishing the good times, and grabbing happiness wherever you can, whenever you can, while you can. Life is too precious, too short, and too unpredictable to wait for happiness. We got to be happy, right here, right now.
oh camper i wish you nothing but health and happiness! you have an awesome dogg mom! much love to you nikki for being great! have a great weekend to you both!
Thank you! Right back at you. 🫶🏼 Big hugs!
Foxtail is found in every state, bar seven. If you own a dog and spend time outside (which you should, given you own a dog) please look up this plant and which species grows in your state. They can be found in fields, areas of water etc. and tend to grow year round in the west. They can be deadly to dogs if not treated. Incessant sneezing is the most common sign. So glad Camper was treated quickly. You are such a good mom.
Thank you Nikki for alerting me about Foxtails. I had never heard of this. My dog & I have hiked all over VA, and some in North Carolina & South Carolina...but I just read, they are not located here. I am so happy to be warned about this should we travel elsewhere in the Country. This is pretty bazaar how it will travel thru the dogs body. So happy that Camper is going to be okay. 😍
I am so glad Camper is ok, It was so exciting to see the look on your face and see how happy he was to see you when you got him from the vet.
Awe Camper, I'm so glad he's okay!! I love your videos with Camper. You're such a good dog momma.
Thank you for being such a good pet parent that you were observant enough and concerned enough to get Camper checked out, and caring enough to get it fixed. Emergency visits aren't cheap.
THANK YOU!🫶🏼
I sure am glad Camper is going to be OK. I didn't know about foxtail. I've seen them around but never give it any thought. Thank you Nikki for sharing that information 😊. You could tell he was still pretty much out of it on your way to the van. It's a great day when you find out your best buddy is going to be fine. Happy travels to you and Camper. Until next time 🍻. Peace 🙏
Nikki, my dog and I lived in SoCal and every summer went to the Kern River and we went thru the same thing. Prednison was our friend. Every year it was the same. You'll be happy to know that he lived a long and happy life with no issues. Now you know what you are looking for and you guys will be fine.
So happy Camper is safe! I'm glad he had symptoms like sneezing. (Mine had no symptoms, just a yucky eruption From. Her. Cheek!) You're a great pet mom for responding quickly.
I almost didn't watch this video because I could see the sadness on your face on the thumbnail. Thank God that Camper is okay. He is an awesome dog! He's also probably your best friend. I worry about you out there by yourself but Camper is a layer of safety for you. Be careful out there. We all can't wait for your next adventure and video.
So happy to hear Camper is feeling better! Love the journey! Thanks for always bringing us along. ❤️
Oh poor Camper.
The same thing happened to my dog when she was a puppy. The problem was that she was a small breed and was very close to the ground. Every time she sneezed, she would violently hit her head on the ground. She too ended up being fine. It’s good that you put the post and a warning/awareness to others ❤
You are a beautiful person for living and learning. Thank you so much for sharing this rock with us, I'm so glad you're here Nikki! Keep living! The more you learn the more you grow, the more you grow, the more you can help others. I just looked this up today and you might have saved MY pup with this information. THANK YOU. Live long.
My heart dropped when you said camper had an issue!!! The…. Moment…. You said the world was lifted off your shoulders, it was for me as well. I couldn’t imagine my little Scooter (golden) and Dash (mini Aussie) with a foxtail incident😢😢😢
How scary for you and Camper! I know how much he means to you, and as a dog lover myself, I'm so happy he's OK and that you have some relief from that as well. Don't beat yourself up about not knowing - be proud of the fact that you used your platform to inform the rest of us. That's what's important. That stuff is everywhere - even here in the midwest, so it's nice to know about the dangers of it to doggos. Safe travels, Nikki!
Shelbo and I are so happy that Camper came out OK. Safe travels ND.
NOT YOUR FAULT, it happens and a lot of people don't ever realize. Poor buds glad hes ok!!
I'm so glad Camper is OK! How scary 😱. Something to pick up the next shopping run is a bottle of Tecnu. It's a soap that you can use on your skin, on Camper and on any contaminated laundry. It binds to the poison ivy / oak or sumac oils and removes them with cold water. You can also apply it beforehand as a preventative, and even after exposure without water if you can't shower off right away. Hubby does landscaping and it's saved us many times!
SO glad Camper's ok. Thank you for educating us about foxtails! Also, thanks for reminding us that van life isn't 100% beautiful sunsets. It's nice to see what a normal day is for you, positive and negative.
Feeding raw is truly the best. My Bella is 23 and still healthy on raw. So glad Camper is ok. Most people don''t know about foxtails, sadly. I think its something rescue orgs and vets should educate about as a priority. I try to spend weeks every spring digging it up on the trails near our home. They can also burrow into dogs feet and ears. So if you ever see Camper shaking his head alot, check his ears for foxtails.
Oh Nikki. We love Camper so much. We are glad he is ok. We have a dog that has ibd and colitis so we know it is tough when they are not feeling well. You have such wonderful videos. We look forward to a new one every Friday. Thanks! ♥
your pet is the cutes companion you can ever have, who will expect nothing but give back everything. The pet is so cute!
I'm sorry Camp had to go through this, and I'm so happy he's cool. Cheers you two.
Gosh I’m so thankful Camper is ok. Isn’t it wild how madly we can love them? My wife and I just lost our sweet Husky, Leila 8 months ago. She was 14. The love is unmatched. Safe travels.
So glad Camper is OK 🥰 So scary for you guys…I made a big note on my dry erase board, on my fridge, in our RV, fox tails are dangerous for dogs!!!
I’m glad Camper is ok. Foxtails are nasty little things, check his paws often because they can enter his body there too. My little Jellyroll has a couple of surgeries at different times to remove them.
You are such a good momma! I am so thankful Camper is okay❤️ Thank you for the information on foxtail. I had no idea it could cause such a problem.
16:32 I had never heard of it before either. That is scary!! 18:34 I am so glad Camper is ok. That foxtail looked awful! 18:54 so sweet.
Something got in my eyes when you picked Camper up from the animal hospital. Probably just some dust. 😊 So happy that they got him all fixed up. ❤ Safe travels to you both.
My dog acted the same recently after a hike in the sierra nevada desert.
We just gave her over the weekend and it came out ny itself.
Im glad it worked out for camper.
I'm so happy that Camper's okay and that he's gonna feel so much better soon 💜💜
So glad that Camper is OK. Are pups are so resilient and never want to be a burden on us.
Thanks for sharing Nikki, so glad to see that Camper was OK in the end! Safe travels you two! 🐕🚶♀🚐🗺
Sorry camper had to go through that. Foxtails are everywhere. I just recently had to remove a foxtail from my dogs left eye. Took him to the vet, and it scratched his eye. He's fine now thank goodness. You really have to watch for those insidious foxtails.
I'm glad camper is doing better
Glad you got Camper taken care of. Safe journey. 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻
They way Camper sneezed that was the first thing I thought of. Our min Dachs got one stuck in her eye under that second eyelid.
I’m so glad my nephew is back to feeling ok! What’s it like to share a dog with all of your viewers? Hope the week is SO much better than the last! -Auntie Erin
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Seeing camper laying on the seat, still drowsy from his procedure made me cry. We just lost our dear Rocket Dog. She was our baby for 10 years. I don’t like it when our doggies are sick. I am so glad Camper is okay.
In all my decades of having canine companions I had never heard of this. Glad pooch is okay.
My Boxer had one of them in his nose and, because their nasal passage is so convoluted, it can be a major problem. We had been out in the bush, I'm Australian, and I'd noticed some of these things on his face as he was running through the long grass. The next morning he was snorting a lot, just like Camper, so I took him to the vet. Told the vet what I thought might be the problem and, just like Camper, they found and removed it. Love your videos, Nikki, keep 'em coming.
I shed a tear for camper and you Nikki especially after you two came out of the vet and Camper fell asleep in the van from being groggy because of the procedure while you pet his head. I can also imagine the relief you must have felt when you knew Camper would be ok. I no how it is to have your best furry friend not feeling good... it breaks your heart. So glad that your story had a happy ending.
Those foxtail can be bad for cats too, get stuck in their mouth/throat, if eating grasses.
Your laundry soap sheets:
Tear into small pieces,
Put in machine where liquid/powder soap goes,
they will dissolve faster/better.
Are you heading north with the summer?
Sierra Nevada mountains off 395 still has plenty of snow and beautiful scenery.
You should try Tioga Pass area for hiking. I think you and camper will love the area around Saddlebag Lake, above Lee Vinning.
Although the road will not open until AFTER July 4th!
So happy for CAMPER. Happy for you Nikki I know that heart wrenching worry. You did nothing wrong things happen.
Off leash is great sometimes! But be sure to clear the area first visually and always be on the lookout for rattlesnakes, scorpions, and in many places around the western US there are coyote traps set near trails. ALWAYS check an area out before letting furbabies run wild.
I teared up when I saw Camper come out of the vet. So happy he's okay and back with you. Blessings to you both!
I love your videos and adore camper. He reminds me so much of my sweet Penny Lane. She has cancer now and we are trying to make the most out of what we we have left. Dogs are literally the best
So glad Camper is okay ❤ he’s such a lovely boy.
The new van is awesome!!
Poor guy, had quite a rough day. I'm glad they were able to treat him quickly. Also, thank you for the tip to keep a lookout for plants like that.
Our Labrador had a foxtail work it's way out his lung to his side. The vet removed it. I mentioned it before I love the relationship you have with your BFF Camper. He's a rare find. Just a suggestion, his paw pads should not be neglected. All the rock and trail trekking, in addition to hot asphalt walking will take a toll. We use O'Keeffes healthy feet lotion on our rat terrier. Just a little before bedtime. Our Labrador passed from old age in 1998.
Nikki turning Camper (a desert dog) into a water boy. I`m so glad Camper is good, I love the way he came into your life. Thank you for sharing with us.
I am so glad you have Camper. He gets the best care and love and I can't tell you how much I respect you for the love you give him.
Glad to see Camper is ok, he derserve something nice :)
Foxtails can also work their way in right next to their claws. So watch if your dog starts having issues with their paw it’s good to check that out. I’ve seen xrays of a dog’s paw with the foxtail right inside it.
Man...I've had 6 dogs in my life ,and it' s never easy to lose them ..God bless you !!
I’m thrilled That camper is all right, I love watching these videos. And it’s nice to see that occasionally a veterinarian can do some good. The majority of them sadly are causing way more harm and damage.
This is the first time in years I have heard about a veterinarian doing some good
Foxtails are a huge issue for dogs in CA when dry season hits. Dogs who run through the dry grass have to be checked carefully after every walk, especially ears and noses. As well as feet. Glad you got to vet before there was major damage.
Nikki I'm so sorry to hear about Camper but I'm glad the procedure was successful! Hopefully this will help prevent other dogs from going through the same thing, so thank you for sharing.
My first thought when Camper started sneezing was the air quality from the Canadian wildfires. I know these videos are a few weeks old but this week the greater Chicagoland area was hit really hard by bad air quality and we were all miserable. A couple weeks ago I know my friends in New York were struggling. Fortunately some storms came along and mixed up the air and thinned out the smoke so it’s better today.
My pup is 8.5 years old now but when she was 6 months old she got a foxtail stuck in her tonsils and needed surgery to remove it. The scariest time ever!! Glad camper is better.
Great job getting Camper to the Vet in time and saving him further suffering and potentially a worse outcome. Also appreciate you spreading the word about the FoxTail danger. I'd never heard of it until now.
I'm so glad Camper is doing well and you got him to the vet in time.
when I saw Camper sneezing over and over that's the first thing I thought. I used to work in a vet hospital eons ago, every summer we saw a lot of animals with foxtails. They can get in every orifice and between their toes especially if they have a heavy coat. I'm glad he is doing well.
Man I was doing van life 10 yrs ago in san diego. Crazy to see it still going 10 yrs later. It's not all cracked up to be and I bet it's harder now then ever. Good luck in living your dream but it will get old fast so enjoy it.
I'm so glad Camper is ok and you caught it in time! I really hadn't worried about them or really thought about them until we rescued our senior pups the last couple of years. We do live in Northern San Diego country so they are around but luckily not in our yard that I can tell.