Rolls...

[_____V_____]

He has been diagnosed with spinal cord cancer, second stage. Injections and medicines for 15 days - if that doesn't work, chemotherapy. Which is extremely risky, if he doesnt respond to the treatment.

11 years.

Cant even imagine him not being around. Every morning, evening, night...

I read so many similar threads here in HDC from other members, but never thought I would be passing through the same stage myself...

Sorry. I dont know what to say.

He sleeps near my legs as I type this.

Damnit...

[The Mothman]

Im guessing Rolls is your dog?
Im really sorry to hear about that, my Cat of 15 years is battling cancer right now, so i know how shitty it is to go through.

[cheebacheeba]

I had cancer take one of my favourite dogs...had him 3-legged for 11 years before it came back and took him.
At least (from what you've said) the professionals are entertaining the possibility of a recovery right? I mean it probably feels pretty hopeless right now, I've been there recently myself.

Cant even imagine him not being around. Every morning, evening, night...

Exactly the same thing went through my mind.
To throw in something maybe a little "cold" - Just make sure if it's down the the surgical/cure option that the quality of life will be good thereafter, you don't want to just draw something out, if you know what I'm saying.
I'm sure though that if everything goes according to plan, better chances are that your pet will be fine.
Best wishes.

- B.

[monalisa]

I'm really sorry to hear about Rolls and the cancer. Don't lose hope! Keep encouraging him and loving him and doing the best you can for him. You know he'll feel all that and it will help make him stronger. The will to live is a very strong influence in both humans and animals.

The final end result is horrible to think about, very frightening and sad, but try not to think about that now, it may be years away. You'll deal with that when you have to. Right now, just love him and be there for him and take care of the medical appointments, making sure he's not too freaked out by whatever treatments he has to go through and comfort him. Please keep us posted on how he's doing. Take care V.

[bwind22]

Aw that sucks man. Sorry to hear it. And here I was expecting an ecstasy discussion.

[stubbornforgey]

I went through this with my daughter and her dog and its probably the most saddest thing i had ever witnessed.
My girl was only 8 when we made the decision to have her dog put down..and she tried to run away with him but they only got as far as the letterbox cos her pet was in too much pain to go any further.
I know u dont want to hear the inevitable..but ..if u can imagine how painful this disease is for a human...then just think how much the dog is suffering and because they cannot tell you but you can see it in their eyes.
The thing with pets [especially a dog]..he is so faithful to his master and would be trying as hard as he can to fight it , so as not to let you down as his owner.
Don't let him suffer for too long..its worse watching him deteriorate right in front of your eyes than anything else.
Em sorry about that V..and god bless.

[ferretchucker]

I know it's by no means the same, but my guinea pig devloped cancer when I was 4. That was difficult. I can't imagine what you must be going through though, and I wish the best for your dog.

[scouse mac]

Very sorry to hear about Rolls.

Ive always been around pets, currently have three dogs and four cats, but nothing prepares you for when they get ill.

Hope the treatment goes well, all the best to you and Rolls.

[X¤MurderDoll¤X]

I'm sorry to hear about your dog, V.

I know this is going to sound horrible, but I don't think you should go through with treatment. 11 years is a long time for a dog, I think you should think about having him put down.

I mean how much would that cost? vets charge ridiculous fee here in Canada, I bet it's more expensive in the US. Also there is probably a small chance it would be a success, and if it was I mean he's an old dog he would probably be more susceptible after the treatment to other ailments. :(

dogs don't fear death, they fear pain. so don't feel bad about putting him down, it might be for the best.

[ferretchucker]

Originally Posted by X¤MurderDoll¤X

I'm sorry to hear about your dog, V.

I know this is going to sound horrible, but I don't think you should go through with treatment. 11 years is a long time for a dog, I think you should think about having him put down.

I mean how much would that cost? vets charge ridiculous fee here in Canada, I bet it's more expensive in the US. Also there is probably a small chance it would be a success, and if it was I mean he's an old dog he would probably be more susceptible after the treatment to other ailments. :(

dogs don't fear death, they fear pain. so don't feel bad about putting him down, it might be for the best.

Depending on how far gone he is, I think I might agree. When he starts to show signs of bad pain, maybe it is time to say goodbye. But also, don't you live somewhere in India, V? How much do vets cost over there?