She is refusing her favorite pass-time, playing ball, no interest in any of her toys (even new ones) but does look forward to her evening walk. I've been feeding her more then her normal portions and she is not gaining weight. The vet found 2 more lumps but said since she had a heart attack during the last surgery, there was nothing she could do. The vet did asperate both lumps and said so far they are fatty tisssue tumors and appear benign. She acts healthy, lots of energy and still likes to chase Her cat! The 2 lumps she has now are the same as the 1 removed, however these are still soft & and the removed 1 had turned hard (it had been soft for 2 yr). Has anyone ever been in this situation of between a rock and a hard place? Mischief is the love of my life, I would do anything/spend anything to help her. She does take Ascripton for pain (osteoarthritis in front paws), Benedryl for allergies, glocosomine/condroytine suppliments as well as vitamin suppliments all approved by my vet
2006-09-17 04:04:30 · 6 answers · asked by grandmacookies2005 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
she is lively happy and eating so do not worry,there is no more that can or should be done ,I am sorry to say these dogs dont live to much older than this anyway ,she is old so wont be playing ve much now,give her all your love and time that you can she is a lucky dog to have you care so much
2006-09-17 04:11:44 · answer #1 · answered by dumplingmuffin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Generally, when a dog this size and age starts to loose weight, it is a sign of the beginning of the end (sorry).
The fatty tumors are not to worry about unless they get in her way of free movement or breathing. At her age and history, I wouldn't be concerned about that. Her weight loss is the concern.
More sign that will let you know she's reaching the point of no return: eliminating in the house uncontrollably / accidentally, change in eating habits, change in normal every day habits (playing). When her quality of life is no longer of good quality, that's when the hardest decision on your part comes in. Don't let her live a non-quality life for you. When the time comes (and it could still be a year away!!), make the humane decision to euthanize and know that you gave her a great home with a lot of love and together, you will meet again at the rainbow bridge. I wish you luck and strength and I wish your dog health and dignity. Take care.
2006-09-17 04:20:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My heart goes out to you. I have a friend who just put down her dog that had a cancer lump on its shoulder. Her dog lasted 18 months with the tumor.
Since your dog's cancer was benign, you have a good chance that with a good diet she will last a while. It sounds as if you are doing everything possible.
My cat had a heart problem and I gave him lasics the last 4 years of his life. He died 6 days after my daughter was born I think because he was jealous. I cried for weeks.
Make the most of the time you have with your wonderful dog!
2006-09-17 04:19:52 · answer #3 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are doing everything you possibly can for your dog. I was in a situation with my beardie a few years ago where he first went through auto immune disease and recovered enough to live, but was never again really well. He then got geriatric vestibular disease which was not something he could live with and he had to be put to sleep after he had 3 episodes within 1 week.
Your Mischief seems like she still has joy in her life - she chases her cat and likes her walks. So it seems to me you have time with her - so just enjoy her for the time she has left. Spend time just cuddling with her, talking to her, keeping her comfortable. She will let you know when it's time to let her go.
2006-09-17 04:21:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hygay, partners steviie and davey hons, so sorie for your favorite pet hons,and we are hoping , it makes it hons glad she is stil able too cary on soldier!! with her litle bal hons, and your long walks with your dog hons!1 pride of your life hons? wil miss her when se goes too doggie heaven hons/ cant replace her love joy spiritt hons?? owe my she had a heartache but still had the strength too say hey iam not checking out yet hons she wanted too come back and take her walks with you and plasy some more bal hons!! dont you think animals sense things in there masters who are good person like you hons?? yes she is the love of your life hons!! yes we have been in a rock hard place hons with my mothers cat, feefii, she got one of her paws, broken as a little kity and lived too be about, owe 13 but after it was around, 2 years old some body ran over its fot or paw with a bike going downe the stretet!! it limped the rest of its life the vet set a spline on it but it never really healed right!! good luck too your dog hons and may she live a long life hons god bles now hons and mischieff!!
2006-09-17 04:14:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may be interested to read "Sophie's Story" on the Dhaxem website by clicking on "Examples of Results", first.
Best wishes.
2006-09-24 07:04:34 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋