Us -- second up on the left --  at the Cedar Key RV Resort, Cedar Key, Florida
Us — second up on the left — at the Cedar Key RV Resort, Cedar Key, Florida

Sunday was an eventful day. We did a short (119mi) hop to Cedar Key, Florida, and just before we departed our dog, Maggie, while staked outside beside our trailer, went tearing after a cat and in the process hurt her back.  The trip itself was uneventful and we really love the RV Park we’re at now, really nice.

It was after we arrived we realized the extent of Maggie’s injuries — she whimpered when she tried to sit or lay down and we’re pretty certain she stood up most of the night before collapsing on our bed for a short while just before sunrise.

Sunset, Cedar Key, Florida (iPhone Photo)
Sunset, Cedar Key, Florida (iPhone Photo)

This morning, after realizing how bad she was, we started calling local veterinarian clinics and found one that could see her quickly today. The visit went well and there was good news. It appears to be only a whip-lash type injury which should respond to some pain relievers and muscle relaxers over the next couple of weeks.

Sunset and feeding pelicans, Cedar Key, Florida (iPhone Photo)
Sunset and feeding pelicans, Cedar Key, Florida (iPhone Photo)

This evening we went for a quick ride into Cedar Key itself since Maggie seemed better even after one dose of medication.

The last rays of sunset, Cedar Key, Florida
The last rays of sunset, Cedar Key, Florida (iPhone Photo)

Coincidently we timed our arrival to enjoy our first sunset on the gulf, as you can see from sunset the photos above. We think we’re all going to love our time here.

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Tom Dills
9 years ago

Looks like you’ve found yourself a nice spot. Also sounds like Maggie needs to embrace that RV lifestyle and slow herself down a little bit!

Kathryn Hester
Kathryn Hester
9 years ago

Glad to hear Maggie is okay, whew, that’s scary. Love your photos of Cedar Key at sunset. Such a beautiful place and we loved that RV park as well. The pool is great!

Monte Stevens
9 years ago

Love that sunset! I know I’d probably do some damage if I was to chase after a cat so I’ll let Maggie do that and hope she recovers quickly. She’s got a whole lot of adventures ahead of her. Looking at the map of Cedar Key, it seems you are definitely at the end of road. Enjoy!

Kathy Hester
9 years ago

Not all of our RV park selections have been as good as that one! We liked the vibe of the entire area. Be sure to check out Shire Island (a bit of a drive) and enjoy the awesome seafood there. We loved the boat tour we took to see some of the islands, too. Many of the restaurants will allow your dog on their deck, if you like to do that type of thing with Maggie.

mona
mona
9 years ago

I love the Gulf Of Mexico … that’s where I’d be if I could. my mom lives on the northern Gulf Coast. the Destin Florida area

mona
mona
9 years ago

Glad Maggie is okay … that must have been very scary.

Paul Maxim
Paul Maxim
9 years ago

I figured you might find a place by the water. And you get to see those wonderful pelicans. I love those birds. Sorry to hear about Maggie, but sounds like she’s beginning to recuperate. Personally, I’ve never really liked cats. Sneaky little buggers……

Mark
9 years ago

Well wishes to Maggie! I am glad she is OK.

Darn those cats! At least it wasn’t a skunk. Looks like a really tranquil place by the water EB,