6788. Monocytosis in an old dog with hair loss

 

A large increase in monocytes, called monocytosis, in an old dog often means the body is fighting a long-term infection, chronic inflammation, tissue damage, or certain types of cancer like leukemia or immune-mediated diseases. It is a sign that the immune system is working hard.

Causes of Monocytosis

Chronic infections: Fungal or bacterial issues that last a long time.
Immune-mediated disease: The body attacks its own cells.
Tissue necrosis: Dead or dying tissue from injury or tumors.
Neoplasia: Cancers like lymphoma or monocytic leukemia.
Stress or steroids: High stress levels or certain drugs.

Next Steps for Care

See a vet: Get a full physical exam.
Run more tests: Do blood panels, X-rays, or an ultrasound.
Find the root cause: Treat the specific disease or infection found.

6787. Maintaining a good friendship. Scenes 4 and 5.

 

Scene 4 — The Search

35–50 sec

David and Brian walk slowly along the paths, constantly scanning the trees.

Use alternating shots:

• David looking upward.
• Brian checking his camera.
• Telephoto lens pointed toward the trees.
• Scarlet Macaws calling in the distance.
• Flamingos becoming increasingly active.
• Bright sunlight becoming harsher.

Brian suddenly points toward a tree.

Brian:
"There they are."

Scene 5 — Two Macaws

50–65 sec

Telephoto wildlife shot of two adult Scarlet Macaws perched on branches.

They eat fruit and food from a stainless-steel bowl.

David photographs them repeatedly. 

Close-up of camera shutter firing.

Brian photographs the birds with his white Canon zoom lens.

David looks around.

David:
"Where's the third Scarlet Macaw?"

They wait.

The camera alternates between the two birds eating from a bowl perched on the tree branch and the empty sky. No third Macaw was present.

 

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 Prompted create a video. 

Scene 4 — The Search 35–50 sec David and Brian walk slowly along the paths, constantly scanning the trees. Use alternating shots: David looking upward. Brian checking his camera. Telephoto lens pointed toward the trees. Scarlet Macaws calling in the distance. Flamingos becoming increasingly active. Bright sunlight becoming harsher. Brian suddenly points toward a tree. Brian: "There they are." 

 

Scene 5 — Two Macaws 50–65 sec Telephoto wildlife shot of two adult Scarlet Macaws perched on branches. They eat fruit and food from a stainless-steel bowl. David photographs them repeatedly.  Close-up of camera shutter firing. Brian photographs the birds with his white Canon zoom lens. David looks around. David: "Where's the third Scarlet Macaw?" They wait. The camera alternates between the two birds eating from a bowl perched on the tree branch and the empty sky. No third Macaw was present.

6786. Dad.

 

I can create the video storyboard/prompt from your message, but I can’t directly render a finished video file in this chat.

For a warm 45-second cinematic greeting video, use this sequence:

1. 0–7 sec: Golden sunrise over Singapore, with soft instrumental music. Text: “Good morning, Dad 🌹”
2. 7–15 sec: Transition to a gentle visual connection between the U.S.A. and Singapore.
   “From far away in the U.S.A., I pen my thoughts for you in Singapore.”
3. 15–24 sec: Bright Singapore morning sunshine, flowers moving gently in the breeze.
   “May your mood be as bright as the sunshine today — 14 August 2026.”
4. 24–34 sec: Slow-motion scenes of people walking peacefully through a garden, emphasizing kindness and gentleness.
   “May we all retain a touch of gentleness in our busy lives;”
5. 34–43 sec: Two people meeting and smiling warmly, symbolizing understanding and companionship.
   “and may we all meet people who understand us throughout the long years.”
6. 43–45 sec: Fade to a beautiful sunrise with a single red rose and the closing words:
   “With love, Dad. Have a beautiful day. 🌹”

Visual style: photorealistic, cinematic, warm golden morning light, slow graceful camera movements, shallow depth of field, elegant white/gold typography, gentle piano and soft strings, emotionally warm but not sentimental.

6785. Maintaining a good friendship. Scene 9. End of story

Scene 9:

Scene 9 — Maintaining a Good Friendship

105–120 sec

Montage of David and Brian enjoying photography together:

• Comparing photographs on camera screens.
• Sharing photography tips.
• Discussing lenses.
• Photographing birds together.
• Talking over coffee at a café.
• Laughing together.
• Planning their next bird photography trip.
• Walking together through Bird Paradise.

Final shot: David and Brian walking side-by-side along a tree-lined path,

 cameras hanging from their shoulders.

Voice-over:
"Brian and I maintain a good friendship. We share photography tips and techniques."

On-screen text:

PROACTIVE
One of us schedules a bird photography trip, phones the other, or meets for coffee.

Then:

SHOW UP FOR LIFE'S IMPORTANT MOMENTS
Make time for face-to-face visits whenever possible.

Final screen:

MAINTAINING A GOOD FRIENDSHIP

Be proactive. Share your interests. Show up. Stay connected.

Fade out with natural bird calls and gentle ambient music.

Audio direction: Natural tropical bird calls, wingbeats, camera shutter sounds, footsteps, light breeze, distant water and subtle warm instrumental music. Keep dialogue clear and realistic.

Visual direction: Photorealistic, cinematic 4K, natural skin texture, realistic elderly facial features, authentic wildlife behaviour, smooth gimbal movements, occasional slow motion during bird flight, telephoto compression for wildlife shots, realistic Singapore tropical lighting, no exaggerated colours, no fantasy elements. 

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1. Dr Sing Kong Yuen writes a script: Maintaining a good friendship   

MAINTAINING A GOOD FRIENDSHIP 
 
I am Dr David Sing, 76, a tall Chinese man with a full crop of silvery black hair. I have always wished to take photographs of three adult Scarlet Macaws flying in a line above and away from me. Three large parrots  33 inches (89 cm) long. Each has bold red feathers, bright yellow and blue wings, a white bare face, and a strong two-tone beak. I know they reside in the Crimson Wetlands of Bird Paradise. 
 
MY MISSION. I asked Mr Brian Peck for help. He is a tall Caucasian with silvery hair, well built, fit and steady. He wears a photographer's vest with many pockets and black pants. He is a professional photographer. He has the camera and the white Canon zoom lens to take the shots of flying birds.  
 
So, on 23 July 2026 at 9 am, Mr Peck asked: "David, what type of bird photos are you looking to shoot?" 
 
A bright cool morning with gentle breezes and blue skies, we entered the Crimson Wetlands. The heat and humidity were not suffocating yet. On a tall tree without leaves, pink and white birds are perched, waiting. Waiting for breakfast. "I hope you can help me take shots of three adult Scarlet Macaws flying in a line above me and around the Crimson Wetlands. 
 
Brian and I walked to search for the Macaws at 10am.  Many flamingos were getting hungry and looking for the bird keeper, Scarlet Ibises, ducks and parrots were sauntering on the ground. The sunshine became glaring. 
 
Brian and I photographed two Scarlet Macaws on the tree branches eating the fruits and other food from a stainless steel bowl. Where was the 3rd Scarlet Macaw? 
 
Brian waited one hour. He photographed other birds flying. No Scarlet Macaw flew. Only 2 were present and were eating.    
 
The weather was getting hot and humid. Beads of sweat flow from my forehead down my nose. 

The flamingos were hungry now. They hustle for the pellets placed in the contained. They waded in the shallow pond to drink water. No Scarlet Macaw flew today. We left for home. 
 
The next day, Brian sent me a beautiful photo of a Scarlet Macaw flying past him some days earlier. I thanked him for his kindness.      

 Brian and I MAINTAIN A GOOD FRIENDSHIP. We share photography tips and techniques. We are PROACTIVE - one of us may schedule a bird photography trip to the Bird Paradise, phone each other or meet at a coffee cafe.  

We SHOW UP FOR LIFE'S IMPORTANT MOMENTS - make them for face-to-face visits whenever possible. 
 
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2. Chatgpt used my script to create a storyboard of 9 scenes from my script. 
 
3. Gemini AI created this video of Scenes 6 and 7.  


UPDATE:
https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2026/08/6785-maintaining-good-friendship-scene.html

6784. Scenes 6 and 7. Maintaining a good friendship

   

MAINTAINING A GOOD FRIENDSHIP VIDEO OF SCENES 6 AND 7 

Scene 6 — Patience 

65–78 sec 

Time passes. 

A subtle cinematic time-lapse shows the sun moving higher. 

Brian waits patiently for about an hour. 

He photographs other birds flying overhead, but no third Scarlet Macaw appears. 

David checks his camera and looks toward the sky. 

The two friends remain calm and patient. 

Voice-over: 
"Sometimes wildlife photography teaches us that we cannot control nature. We can only wait." 

Scene 7 — The Heat 

78–90 sec 

The tropical heat becomes intense. 

Close-up of beads of sweat travelling down David's forehead and nose. 

Brian wipes his forehead. 

Flamingos crowd around a container as pellets are placed inside. 

They hustle for food. 

Other flamingos wade through the shallow pond and drink water. 

The two Scarlet Macaws remain on their branches. 

No third Scarlet Macaw is seen. 

David lowers his camera. 

David voice-over: 
"No three Scarlet Macaws flew today. We decided to leave." 

David and Brian walk away together. 

  

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1. Dr Sing Kong Yuen writes a script: Maintaining a good friendship   

MAINTAINING A GOOD FRIENDSHIP 
 
I am Dr David Sing, 76, a tall Chinese man with a full crop of silvery black hair. I have always wished to take photographs of three adult Scarlet Macaws flying in a line above and away from me. Three large parrots  33 inches (89 cm) long. Each has bold red feathers, bright yellow and blue wings, a white bare face, and a strong two-tone beak. I know they reside in the Crimson Wetlands of Bird Paradise. 
 
MY MISSION. I asked Mr Brian Peck for help. He is a tall Caucasian with silvery hair, well built, fit and steady. He wears a photographer's vest with many pockets and black pants. He is a professional photographer. He has the camera and the white Canon zoom lens to take the shots of flying birds.  
 
So, on 23 July 2026 at 9 am, Mr Peck asked: "David, what type of bird photos are you looking to shoot?" 
 
A bright cool morning with gentle breezes and blue skies, we entered the Crimson Wetlands. The heat and humidity were not suffocating yet. On a tall tree without leaves, pink and white birds are perched, waiting. Waiting for breakfast. "I hope you can help me take shots of three adult Scarlet Macaws flying in a line above me and around the Crimson Wetlands. 
 
Brian and I walked to search for the Macaws at 10am.  Many flamingos were getting hungry and looking for the bird keeper, Scarlet Ibises, ducks and parrots were sauntering on the ground. The sunshine became glaring. 
 
Brian and I photographed two Scarlet Macaws on the tree branches eating the fruits and other food from a stainless steel bowl. Where was the 3rd Scarlet Macaw? 
 
Brian waited one hour. He photographed other birds flying. No Scarlet Macaw flew. Only 2 were present and were eating.    
 
The weather was getting hot and humid. Beads of sweat flow from my forehead down my nose. 

The flamingos were hungry now. They hustle for the pellets placed in the contained. They waded in the shallow pond to drink water. No Scarlet Macaw flew today. We left for home. 
 
The next day, Brian sent me a beautiful photo of a Scarlet Macaw flying past him some days earlier. I thanked him for his kindness.      

 Brian and I MAINTAIN A GOOD FRIENDSHIP. We share photography tips and techniques. We are PROACTIVE - one of us may schedule a bird photography trip to the Bird Paradise, phone each other or meet at a coffee cafe.  

We SHOW UP FOR LIFE'S IMPORTANT MOMENTS - make them for face-to-face visits whenever possible. 
 
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2. Chatgpt used my script to create a storyboard of 9 scenes from my script. 
 
3. Gemini AI created this video of Scenes 6 and 7.  
 
UPDATES OF SCENES 6 AND 7 ARE AT: 
https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2026/08/6784-scene-7-maintain-good-friendship.html