I was so happy when “Donkey” my pet dog got finally rid off the screws and plate installed in his limb. The alien had been resting in his front appendage as a sore memory nibbling him from within often leading to a typical watery oozing. I caught a glimpse of it as it was tearing my pet’s muscles and I had to take a decision of setting it free. I was a bit reluctant initially as I was accustomed to the surprises that modern veterinary science of India had in store for pets as well as their owners. The only faith I had, was on Donkey who definitely had a very strong will power.
To my surprise when Donkey was taken to the hospital I was totally taken aback by his behavior, he not only behaved like a pet dog, but an extremely pampered pet dog who would not touch his favorite tit bits and even water in the periphery of the hospital, this also drove me to concern as it was logical for me to admit him after he undergoes the critical surgery. He would not leave Biplab from his sight even for a moment and whined for him like a baby as he saw him running to get him registered. Yes, Donkey was not registered as a SD/ Stray Dog any more; he had no signs whatsoever left of him of his past. I remember it was for such a long time that he has spent in such hospitals without complaining. And now as if he had all the reasons of showing tantrums with the ownership he exercised on us. It was a beautiful transformation that I was observing at that moment, a transformation which sent across a lot of messages. He was more confident than me to let go that nagging and worthless pain. Finally both Biplab and Donkey decided that they are not going to be in the hospital for a single moment post operation and seeing the strong bond even the doc was convinced.
When Donkey was back to his senses lapping the ice cream cup and could not stand on his feet, my world shook a bit, but it was because of the damn dressing done at the hospital, I thank my emotions and intellect to get him back home, else I am sure he would have been in a terrible fate. It just took him two days to be back on his fours, and to add to the beauty he put on weight and behaved like a loving pup. There were a lot of after effects but I truly believe that dedication and love can heal the worst of the scenarios. Now Donkey suffers from an identity crisis he feels he is a farm deer, jumping from one room to another.
And I am pleased, pleased to see him carefree. The incidence narrates a valiant tale, I am happy nothing bad of his past remains with him as he cherishes the best of his life with me and his best friend Biplab, who can never be the Alpha dog in the pack theory :)

Warrior indeed...