14/10/2025
I’m sorry it’s been a while!
….As some of you know, I live with a heart condition, which has sadly deteriorated and I was referred for surgery earlier this year.
I was admitted to St Thomas’s Hospital in London on two separate occasions for the surgery, but unfortunately both times my planned operations were cancelled on the day they were due to take place. The third attempt at surgery was cancelled because I contracted the dreaded Covid! 🙈
My open heart surgery surgery has now finally happened, and I am very grateful to be recovering at home.
Unfortunately my recovery is slow as I have an inflammatory condition, which is painful as well as frustrating.
My cardiac surgeon has placed many restrictions on my physical activity for several months, including walking Bonnie, driving, and sadly working in any capacity.
Obviously what I do involves a lot of lifting, carrying heavy equipment, and bending - and of course I am at risk of dogs jumping up (which I never usually mind at all.. but unfortunately I can’t cope with at the moment)
The next phase of my recovery will be cardiac rehabilitation, and at this point I will be better placed to see how much work I can take on.
I really don’t want this to be a pity post, but more to explain the lack of my presence on social media, and at the local dog shows I usually attend, (and have really missed doing, as I love seeing you all at events).
Finally I want to thank all of you who have contacted me to check in, send kind wishes etc, but especially for your continued support and patience. Please be assured that for everyone who has been gifted a voucher, these will be honoured as soon as I am back up and running.
I look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Katrina ❤️🩹🥰🐾
