The last ball game

We are sad to tell you that Yaya passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2019. She had been with us for 12 years already, but was in a good condition. But everything in this world is uncertain. Yaya suffered from an acute lung infection, and her forecast for recovery was not good. So we made the painful decision, which we hope was in her best interests, although it hurt us so much. Mr. Marlin, who became blind due to sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome (SARDS) a month ago, is still with us.

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Grandma's little helpers

Y: Well, we visited grandma, had time to relax a bit.
M: Mr. Marlin could not relax, the rooster woke up too early.
Y: That rooster... would like to learn to know him better.
M: Yes indeed, could discuss the issue over lunch with him...

These boots are made for walking

Y: Well, to be honest, I'm still not sure what to think of this. 

M: Mr. Marlin thinks it is all good, must be made for eating. 

Y: My only explanation is that it happened a long time ago, when I was young and needed money.

M: My type of shoes.

Changes

M: Mr. Marlin has changed jobs.

Y: Well, I moved Marlin to work on the phone. She cannot do observation based fish or squirrel research anymore because of the illness.

M: Mr. Marlin only wishes that the pillow was a little bit softer.

Guidance

Y: Well, I've had a few days to think now.
M: Mr. Marlin has been thinking as well. Why nobody puts the lights on?
Y: Well, I thought I'll hire a laboratory researcher, just to act as a guide to Marlin.
M: It is labrador retriever. But Mr. Marlin really appreciates the idea. As long as he eats elsewhere!

Stronger

M: Mr. Marlin has been using medical services, very good services, you know.
Y: Well... Good news it that my team is still fully functional, but I have to make some arrangements.
M: Mr. Marlin lost the sight in his eyes. But got increased appetite in return.
Y: We will make it. You just have to follow your instincts. And ears and nose. And heart.

Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome (SARDS) is a disease in dogs causing sudden blindness. It can occur in any breed, but female dogs may be predisposed. The cause of SARDS is considered to be idiopathic and the veterinary community is divided as to its cause. Pathologically, there is a loss of the rod and cone cells followed by degeneration of other layers of the retina. There is no effective treatment for SARDS. The disease does not cause any pain to the dog.

Birthday Girl

Y: Well, for my birthday I threw a BBQ party to all my mates.
M: Mr. Marlin loves chicken.
Y: Very good indeed.
M: And not too many guests, so Mr. Marlin could eat more. Very good thinking.

Fake Doctor

Y: Well, Mr. Marlin went to see the doctor and is on sick leave. So I need to be training on my own.
M: Did not like, was a fake doctor.
Y: Just because she ordered you to lose weight does not mean she is a fake doctor. She also diagnosed your inner ear infection.
M: Yes she did. And she ordered much rest and double meals.
Y: She so did not.

Celebration

Y: Well, I just wanted to wish everyone a great my birthday!
M: Is it Mr. Marlin's birthday?
Y: No, a great my birthday! Really great, one of the best!
M: Is that why you had a big salmon today? A very good birthday present indeed, thanks for sharing!

King of the Grill

Y: The human man has always complained about going to Ikea. But I don't buy those complaints anymore!

M: Indeed.

Y: It is my new favourite place, sausages and icecream!

M: Mr. Marlin would like to have four. And please make it a bigger cup!

Y: Next time meatballs!

Lion King

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Y: Can you smell the victory?

M: No, but I can smell the lions.
Y: Well, they are the same thing.

I Drove All night

M: Another highly responsible job for Mr. Marlin. Very expensive, you know.
Y: Well, when I start going, there's no stop to it!
M: You only run after your ball, whereas Mr. Marlin is always agile and alert.
Y: Well, you went swimming after the ducks, but they outran you.
M: Yes they did. Cheeky animals.

Those were the days

Y: Well, we have always been a team, ever since I took Mr. Marlin as my assistant.

M: Mr. Marlin is a renowned fish and squirrel scientist, not an assistant!

Y: Why did you have that string in your mouth anyway?

M: Mr. Marlin was hungry.