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[hellfire1]

That's horrible. So sorry about your dog. :(

My cat is a temperamental bitch, but I dread the day I lose her.

[The Mothman]

I might also come off as a dick saying this, but imo you should try to preserve your dogs life as long as you can. If he's in too much pain to eat or has any other telling signs of pain, you should probably do the humane thing and put him down, but give your dog a fighting chance at least. My cat was predicted to pass away from his mouth cancer quite some time ago, but he's still fighting, eating greedily (as usual :) ), and running around. Im so glad we decided to keep him around, because there's a very slim chance he might pull through for about a year or so, and I'm hoping for the best.

[milktoaste]

Animals in pain is on of my weak spots, especially dogs. We all know it just boils down to quality of life for the poor guy. Can he/she still do of the things he/she loves to do?
Good luck, and best wishes.

[Doc Faustus]

Sorry to hear that. Jesus, that sucks. Whatever happens, you'll make the right decision and your dog won't die unloved or unappreciated. That's what's important.

[Posher778]

Everyone take note. Posh and V are about to relate on something.

Sorry about your puppup :( My dog is also 11, and she's been very clumsy lately. My guess was some kind of tumor, and it got worse when she fell down the stairs (hard wood, 15 steps). We found out that it was just a hypo-thyroid problem, so that makes me thankful that shes going to be fine. Hope your dog responds to treatment. 11 is 3 years too early for any pet to go.

[monalisa]

Originally Posted by milktoaste

Animals in pain is on of my weak spots, especially dogs. We all know it just boils down to quality of life for the poor guy. Can he/she still do of the things he/she loves to do?
Good luck, and best wishes.

I completely agree. Quality of life is the key. If he's still enjoying life and the treatments are a temporary uncomfortable time that is going to let him live longer, possibly beat the cancer at least for a while, give him a fighting chance. You'll know by looking at him. It's hard, but you'll know in your heart what to do. Don't be afraid to help him fight it if he will bounce back and is still enjoying some of his favorite things. And don't be afraid to let him go when that time comes. You'll know what to do when you weigh things out. Give him a good scratching behind the ears (my dog loves that) and keep telling him you love him. If you know you've done all you can do for him, you won't have as many of those regrets after he's gone, and you won't give up prematurely.

[monalisa]

Originally Posted by The Mothman

I might also come off as a dick saying this, but imo you should try to preserve your dogs life as long as you can. If he's in too much pain to eat or has any other telling signs of pain, you should probably do the humane thing and put him down, but give your dog a fighting chance at least. My cat was predicted to pass away from his mouth cancer quite some time ago, but he's still fighting, eating greedily (as usual :) ), and running around. Im so glad we decided to keep him around, because there's a very slim chance he might pull through for about a year or so, and I'm hoping for the best.

I'm so happy to hear your kitty is doing better! Like I said before, the will to live is a strong thing in both humans and animals. It can make or break a treatment. Sounds like it's working for your little guy. I'm so glad you get to spend more time with each other. :)

[_____V_____]

His first day treatment is complete.

Limp is still there (front left leg and back right leg), but he is as spright as ever. The vets said they would be back on the 4th morning from today to check on his progress, before deciding a further course of action.

Malignant genetic nodular cancer of the spinal cord, they say. It is of the spreading type, so there's no chance of recovery from surgery.

2 medium-sized nodules on the top part of his tail (where it joins with the body). No bleeding. Just hard to the touch, and somewhat dark bluish-black in color.

If he responds to the initial treatment, no further nodules will be formed. The medication and shots will continue for 3 months, which will slowly suppress the nodules.

If not, there will be more of them, dotting the spinal cord, and paralysis will gradually set in from the waist onwards (attacking both hind legs first). Chemotherapy will be a must then. No gurantee of any response, let alone recovery.

I can only pray and hope it doesnt come to that.

Thanks for the kind wishes.

[ChronoGrl]

Oh, Honey.

*HUG*

That is all - I am so so sorry. Not easy at all. Chin up and good luck. And make sure to hug him a log.

[fortunato]

Ah, V.
My thoughts and prayers are with you two.