Last night I received an amazing gift.  The team of fantastic nurses here at the hospital have been listening to me yak on and on about Bogart, and the special relationship that he and Klaus share.  If there is one thing a nurse understands, it’s the power of positive therapy, and what could be more positive than this…

I’ve gone to great pains to not show too much of Klaus in these photos, but I know they could be disturbing, and for that I apologize in advance.

Bogart walked right in, and after sliding on the slippery floor, he found Klaus.  I brought a chair up to Klaus’ bedside and Bogart hopped right up.

Bogart kissed Klaus’ hand numerous times, and I lifted Klaus’ hand so that he could pet Bogart.

Bogart was certainly confused, but his reaction to Klaus was automatic and magical.

He stayed for awhile, but then I had to get him back home.  Before we left, I held Klaus’ hand tightly and Bogart came in close to kiss us both.  Our little family is strong, and we’re all working hard to get Klaus his miracle!!!

Thank you yet again – your thoughts, candle lightings, prayers, purrs, hugs, headbutts, and zen mean the absolute world to us.

Love,

Lulu & Bogart

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42 thoughts on “Th-aire-apy for Klaus”

  1. Oh that is soooo wonderful that they let Bogart come to visit Klaus. We just knew they couldn’t refuse letting him come to visit. Now we know Klaus will get better soon. Paw Power is the best medicine. We hope you are able to get some sleep Lulu. We’re thinking of you night & day.
    Luv & Wirey Hugs,
    Butchy, Snickers, Ruby, Sylvester, Scuby & Mama

  2. And your pictures mean a lot to us also. What a marvelous, caring group of nurses. Bogart can do more good in half an hour than you or I can imagine. And while he looks a bit confused in the earlier photos..by the last one he looks more at ease and comfortable. “OK, I found him. He’s still here. Nowwe just have to get him home where he belongs.”

    kisses to all of you

    gussie, teka and barb

  3. That was so special that Bogart was allowed to visit Klaus in hospital – what an understanding medical team. I am sure that it would have benefitted both of them – Bogart to see where his dad was and Klaus to see Bogart there for him. I only wish that our girls could have visited me in ICU- I just know it would have made the world of difference. Your tale is very sad but also heart warming to see how you are all holding together strong, and what a team you must be. Bogart certainly understands that his love and healing powers are needed and he is being so patient. Thank you for telling the story so eloquently and for sharing it with us. We hope so very much that things improve. Love Kate (and Molly and Gertrude)
    xx

  4. That was so special that Bogart was allowed to visit Klaus in hospital – what an understanding medical team. I am sure that it would have benefitted both of them – Bogart to see where his dad was and Klaus to see Bogart there for him. I only wish that our girls could have visited me in ICU- I just know it would have made the world of difference. Your tale is very sad but also heart warming to see how you are all holding together strong, and what a team you must be. Bogart certainly understands that his love and healing powers are needed and he is being so patient. Thank you for telling the story so eloquently and for sharing it with us. We hope so very much that things improve. Love Kate (and Molly and Gertrude)
    xx

  5. Hi Lulu, and Bogart –
    I am so glad the nurses let you bring Bogart in to see Klaus, and I know that is going to help him hang in there. (My mom is a nurse and allows her patients’ family members to bring dogs into the Trauma Unit where she works – she says that she can always see a difference in the patients when their dogs have been there.)
    We are thinking the very best wishes for Klaus and for your family – sending lots and lots of puggy kisses from Clover, and hugs from all of us.
    We are going to hold onto hope with you.
    Love Clover and Mom, Jess

  6. Oh, dear Lulu, Bogart and Klaus!
    Your little family IS truly strong, and we now know that the miracle is in the works. Especially after Dr. Bogart’s magic visit (Thank You, wonderful nurses, who helped this to happen – this is already a part of the miracle we all pray for, isn’t it?). We are keeping the hope, and the candles are lit for Klaus’ healing. Today I’ll plant “get well Klaus” wildflowers in our garden.
    Sending you our endless love,
    Andy’s mama and papa, and Andy’s Loving Spirit

  7. Hurrah for the hospital & kind nurses to understand just the th-aire-apy needed!! Keep hanging in there, Klaus, Lulu, and Bogart; sometimes miracles take a little time. We’re all pulling for you!
    – Charlie & Anne

  8. Oh, we are so pleased those nurses understood how much good Bogars’ visit could do for their patient!!! Our Mom just had a teary moment looking at those photos and imagining what a wonderful feeling Klaus must have had with Bogart’s warm furry body next to his — even if on a subconscious level.

    Stay strong — and thank you for keeping us updated. We were thinking about the circle of love and prayer that is surrounding your family at this difficult moment. The reason is sad; the result is a blessing.

    Love,

    Jake and Just Harry (and Joan)

  9. Hi guys,
    So sweet! Just looking at the pictures makes me feel lifted up inside – if it did that for me, I can’t imagine what it’s doing for Klaus…and for you, Lulu! I have a one-word mantra that I’m saying over and over again, aimed directly at Klaus from across the city: getbettergetbettergetbettergetbettergetbetter.
    I’m thinking of you all and hoping and hoping and hoping.
    🙂 Erica

  10. How wonderful that Bogart got to see his dad. Bogarts are the best medicine.

    Sending more purrs your way. Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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  12. Hi Bogie! Hi LuLu!

    OMG! What a special time with your Dad Bogie! We are so happy that you were able to go see him! So very happy! Keep us posted okay! We are praying hard here!

    Love,

    Putter and Kate

  13. w00f’s, me and mama have leaky eyes now…i am sooo happy they let Bogart come see his daddy….little did i no, when i made the last comment, it was already in the plan for him to come see him…that is sooo wonderful..we really appreciate u letting us no how things r going..and u ALL are in our thoughts and prayers…in fact, its about all i think about…sooo we may not b there with u in person, but u have a whole lot of hoomans and furkids there in spirit…Lulu, please take care of urself…Bogie couldnt handle it if both his pawents were in a hospital bed..

    b safe and git well, Klaus!!!
    ~rocky and mama~

  14. Dear Klaus, Lulu, & Bogart…

    I’m sure the visit from Bogart was some of the best medicine Klaus has received…

    How wonderful that they allowed you to bring him in…

    You are in all of our thoughts & prayers…

    Love,
    Abby & her Mom xxxxxxoooooo

  15. What a wonderful gift those nurses gave you all. Clearly they understand the power of a puppy kiss, especially an Aire-pup! We are still sending our strongest thoughts, purrayers, and Arie-luv.

    Gentle hugs,
    Georgie (and Mommy and the kitties too)

  16. Bogart we just heard the news and had to come by and say we are sending Klaus Lulu and you all the pawsative thoughts we can!

    Miracles happen..stay strong.

    Big Nose pokes
    The Thugletsx

  17. Saw on several pals’ blogs that you guys needed support, so I just wanted to send some Bichon encouragement your way! That’s incredible that Bogart got to visit the hospital, and I’m sure that will help sooo much!
    Take care,
    Fred and his Old Girl

  18. We are so glad that Bogie was allowed to see his dad – it must have helped, it just must have.

    Lulu – I admire your strength, I can’t even begin to imagine what you are going through.

    We are here for you, always.

    Love

    Brooke, Greg, Charlie & Opy

  21. What a wonderful hospital Klaus is in. To have such an understanding staff.
    Thank you for sharing the photos, we are sending prayers for Klaus all day and night.
    Love & Purrs,
    ML & KC

  22. Nurses make everything all better!!!!!
    That is amazing they let you in Bogart, hopefully the magical Airekisses will help in the recovery of your precious Klaus. My heart certainly goes out to you both.
    With much Love,
    Gia, Taz, Kitty, and Catt

  23. We are soooooo glad the nurses let you bring Bogart in to see Klaus! They must understand what a dog can do for his or her person!

    Bogart, you look very happy to see your dad! We hope they let you go back again many times until your dad goes home with you!

    Lulu, don’t worry about disturbing pictures…we are all just glad the 3 of you could be together even if it was for a short time. Thank you so much for the update. There are lots of us that check your blog several times a day for updates. Hang in there! We know that the Power of the Paw does really work! We’re sure your miracle is coming!

    Aire-hugs,
    Poppy, Penny, Patches and Lana

  24. Those nurses know what powerful medicine love is…
    By letting Bogart visit – well, I’m just sure it had a positive effect on everyone!
    Prayers and purrs to you and hugs to those great nurses!

  25. This is so heart wrenching and yet heart warming at the same time. Bogart looks so happy to see his Pop. You’re all still in our prayers.

    luv
    The FleasGang

  27. Bogart and Mommy Lulu, we are soooo glad that Bogart got to visit Daddy Klaus, we are purring so much that those puppy vibes will go straight to helping Daddy get over all his very overwhelming troubles. We visited yesterday, and our Momma was so choked up because of Klaus’ serious health issues, she was very, very leaky eyed, as were we, because Momma has gone thru serious health issues with those she loves and knows how terribly hard it is. Sometimes things don’t make any sense, but with the power of purrs and purrayers we sure hope that things will turn around for Daddy Klaus, because we know how much your two love and need him.
    Many hugs, purrs, headbutts, and much love to all of you …
    Sabrina, Sam, Simon and Momma Jan

  28. I am so happy to see Boggie give aire magic and kisses to daddy. The family will always be strong in the three plus kitties.
    Sarah, Jim, Lily, Bonnie & AJ

  29. The nurses are so compassionate and understanding to let Bogart see his dad. So, How is Mr. Klaus? Is he getting better? We are sending our positive vibes all the way from Holland to you!

    Love,
    Homer

  31. Klaus, Lulu and Bogart,

    I personally send you all my best wishes and prayers. You are in my thoughts, and I am sending nothing but positivity and good feeling your way.

    I pray all will be well and all will go right in this space and time.

    Respectfully,

    Jeremie Landers
    Oregon Brew Crew | Past President

  33. we purrs many blessings on you an’ yer fambly so you get through this time an’ comes out winnin’. an’ we purrs more blessin’s onna hopsital that unnerstands how furry impawtent the 4-legged members of a fambly are!!

    we sends you all purrrayers an’ strong good vibes for healing and health!!

  34. Thank you nurse for letting Bogart come!!! We are sure that helped Klaus, we are still purring too, as everybody else, we hope the miracle will happen soon and Klaus will be well again!

  35. I am so glad Bogart could see his Dad and Klaus feel his presence!
    We will continue PURRing and sending healing vibes to your dad, Bogart!

    Gentle headbutts & (((hugs)))
    ~ Ruis and all the cats, the woofies Taylor & Buzzer

    Lulu, you’re in our thoughts.
    the staff

  36. how beautiful and amazing! Oh we hope that this helps DadKlaus very much.

    Bogart, that was a really brave and loving thing that you did for your daddy and we hope that it really helps him get better.

    MomLulu, we are sending you many many hugs and purrrsss.

  38. Hooray for those amazingly loving and smart nurses for understanding that the best medicine Klaus can receive is the love of his family and that definitely included Bogart! You are in our thoughts and purrs daily.

  40. Oh, we’re so glad that Bogart got to visit with his Dad! That’s great for both of them. We’ll keep on purring and purraying for Klaus to get completely better soon,

    {{{hugs}}}

    Gypsy & Tasha

  42. How wonderful that the hospital staff realized the need for you to be there. We’re sure your dad knew you were there. We’re sending all of our love.

    Tinkerbell, Oscar and Tucker

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