a dog of mine had a corrective op for a torn ligament,they re sett the bone with titanium plates ans screws,3 years on his leg has blown up around that surgery and they say he has a bone cancer,i do believe that but as its where the plates are situ i need a 3rd opinion,he hasnt long left as its getting bigger
2006-07-06 07:56:49 · 7 answers · asked by romancer 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I'm sorry this has happened to your dog. I'm a vet in small animal practice so I hope the information I can give you is of help. Unfortunately bone tumours do occur fairly often at the site of metal implants and not a lot can be done about it. These tumours do tend to be nasty cancers and will spread to the chest very rapidly. Sometimes it is possible to have the bone cut away or a limb amputated and then have chemotherapy, but even after this has been done the average survival time is only 10-12 months and it is not a nice process to go through. My advice is to go with some strong pain relief and love him while he isn't suffering and then love him a bit more and let him go. Sorry I couldn't give you a nicer reply.
2006-07-06 08:32:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Do get a second opinion. Bone cancer grows very fast. The area feels hard as a rock. On the inside, the bone is turning into a sponge like mess. If you wait too long, the leg will break. I had a Dane with bone cancer. I was told that she only had 6 months at best. She went into remission for a while so I actually had 1 1/2 yrs before she let me know that the pain was too much for her to bare. Sorry you are going through this. It is hard!
2006-07-06 15:32:20 · answer #2 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First may i say that you have all my sympathy at such a terrible time.
Are you in the UK? You can ask another Vet to examine your dog as well. I don't know your financial circumstances so pray don't feel offended but and even though you may be able to afford Vet bills, PDSA would help you with some guidance and advice. Friend of mine was devastated when told her dog had to be euthanasied so i got her to call PDSA. They called her and told her to bring her dog to another Vet in her area. She didn't have to pay, only give a donation and Vet told her that her dog could do with stronger pain killers for a while (No euthanasia). He lives for a few more months enjoying his last moments with a far better quality of life. So maybe you could phone, explain what is happening and see what they say.
Kind regards
2006-07-07 03:17:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are entitled to ask for a second opinion and for tests. I'd be wary of a cancer diagnosis without relevant blood tests and high resolution ultrasound scan/x-ray. Ask your vet for a second opinion.
Amputation isn't always an option, big heavy breeds don't cope as well as lighter dogs and it acan make a difference if its a front or back leg. Has your vet discussed this with you?
2006-07-06 15:04:04 · answer #4 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with what the first two ladies said. I don't know if your anywhere near LI - NY, But you can try calling these people they usually can tell you somethings over the phone...(516) 501-1700...That's Long Island veterinary Specialist. They did the same kind of surgery for my Lab. I would recommend them for anything....But a little pricey.
Hope your dog get the best of care.
2006-07-06 15:09:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get your dog to an rspca vet. they're not a single practise so they wont tell you things just to get money out of you. its a charity at the end of the day. definately go there and get another opinion.
i really, really hope your dog gets better, or at least isnt in any pain. xxx
2006-07-06 15:04:24 · answer #6 · answered by iloveF1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cant he get the leg amputated, dogs can adapt really well, and it could give him a little more time
2006-07-06 15:27:56 · answer #7 · answered by petulabadula 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋