Lancerella
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Sending a lot of healing vibes, and feel better vibes for Lady girl.
Mast cell tumor and lung tumor
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Gin&Dex
Super Boxer
To Lady's Mom.
I am so sorry to hear about Lady's troubles. I think you are doing the right thing, with her age, trying to keep her comfortable and happy. I know at times it can be hard, but you are doing the right thing.
I just lost my baby girl, Ginger, on monday to cancer. We fought long and hard with prednisone, and I wondered if we were fighting too long, if she was in pain.... all the things you wonder about. My vet told me, "You will know when it is time". Of couse, I still questioned that. But I DID know when it was time. I don't know how to explain it, but you just KNOW.
I wish I had better advice, but that's all I have. YOU know your baby, and she will tell you when it is time. In the meantime, keep her comfy, give her lots of love and treats.... try to keep her still so she doesn't lose her breath, but let her play for a minute (within reason) if she wants.
Give her lots of love and kisses, and know that we are all here for you! Boxerworld is the best!!!! Big HUGS to you and Lady! You are both in our thoughts!
I am so sorry to hear about Lady's troubles. I think you are doing the right thing, with her age, trying to keep her comfortable and happy. I know at times it can be hard, but you are doing the right thing.
I just lost my baby girl, Ginger, on monday to cancer. We fought long and hard with prednisone, and I wondered if we were fighting too long, if she was in pain.... all the things you wonder about. My vet told me, "You will know when it is time". Of couse, I still questioned that. But I DID know when it was time. I don't know how to explain it, but you just KNOW.
I wish I had better advice, but that's all I have. YOU know your baby, and she will tell you when it is time. In the meantime, keep her comfy, give her lots of love and treats.... try to keep her still so she doesn't lose her breath, but let her play for a minute (within reason) if she wants.
Give her lots of love and kisses, and know that we are all here for you! Boxerworld is the best!!!! Big HUGS to you and Lady! You are both in our thoughts!
Gin&Dex I am so sorry to hear about Ginger ,thank you so much I really appreciate your advice and kind words .
I really need to stop myself from thinking about when and start focusing on NOW. What will help her now how can she have fun now etc. and the kind words and experiences I've gotten from boxerworld have helped so much to bring that back into perspective.
So big hugs and thank yous from Lisa and Lady ; }
p.s she seems to be having a good day today she is very happy and alert and not losing her breath quite so easy.
I really need to stop myself from thinking about when and start focusing on NOW. What will help her now how can she have fun now etc. and the kind words and experiences I've gotten from boxerworld have helped so much to bring that back into perspective.
So big hugs and thank yous from Lisa and Lady ; }
p.s she seems to be having a good day today she is very happy and alert and not losing her breath quite so easy.
Gin&Dex
Super Boxer
Hey Lisa,
I re-read this thread, and I want to apologize for maybe coming off as "doom and gloom". After re-reading, I know that isn't the case with Lady. I understand you just want to know how to let her have fun and be happy, and what to look for (if she is in pain).
What does Lady like to do?? Does she like to play ball, or tug-o-war, or box? If she does, let her keep doing those things. Of course try to keep her from overdoing it, but let her keep doing the things she likes to do. Try to keep her routine the same. If she likes to go on walks, take her for short walks. Give her *special* treats. Ginger loved french fries, so we shared some fries, and potato chips, and other stuff I didn't normally give her. Go for rides in the car that don't end up at the vets office (that's the one thing I wish I had done more). And of course, lots of hugs and kisses!
As for what to look for to see she is in pain? That's the toughest question to answer! I think Boxers (and boxer mixes
) have a hard time "showing" pain. They are a very stoic breed! Ginger always got up to greet me when I got home, and the day she didn't, I figured something was wrong. They all have different ways of showing pain. Just look for something "out of character" for her. It may be one little thing (and you may not notice it at first), but it will be out of her normal actions. And if I may suggest, if she does show signs of pain, Buprenex injectable is what Ginger was taking for pain. It can be squirted into their mouths (through a non-needled syringe) and absorbed through the mucus membranes, and that's what we were on (it works with the prednisone--most pain meds and prednisone don't work together). But of course, ask your vet--he/she knows what is best for your girl!
But you are right, look and focus on NOW, the time you have. Do something special for her everyday (whether it's a treat or walk or lots of love). Try not to worry. I know it's easier said than done, but I worried way too much. Just enjoy every day and never give up.
My thoughts are with you guys!! Lots of positive vibes are definitely coming your way!! And by the way, welcome to Boxerworld!!! Please keep us updated on how she is doing!
I re-read this thread, and I want to apologize for maybe coming off as "doom and gloom". After re-reading, I know that isn't the case with Lady. I understand you just want to know how to let her have fun and be happy, and what to look for (if she is in pain).
What does Lady like to do?? Does she like to play ball, or tug-o-war, or box? If she does, let her keep doing those things. Of course try to keep her from overdoing it, but let her keep doing the things she likes to do. Try to keep her routine the same. If she likes to go on walks, take her for short walks. Give her *special* treats. Ginger loved french fries, so we shared some fries, and potato chips, and other stuff I didn't normally give her. Go for rides in the car that don't end up at the vets office (that's the one thing I wish I had done more). And of course, lots of hugs and kisses!
As for what to look for to see she is in pain? That's the toughest question to answer! I think Boxers (and boxer mixes
) have a hard time "showing" pain. They are a very stoic breed! Ginger always got up to greet me when I got home, and the day she didn't, I figured something was wrong. They all have different ways of showing pain. Just look for something "out of character" for her. It may be one little thing (and you may not notice it at first), but it will be out of her normal actions. And if I may suggest, if she does show signs of pain, Buprenex injectable is what Ginger was taking for pain. It can be squirted into their mouths (through a non-needled syringe) and absorbed through the mucus membranes, and that's what we were on (it works with the prednisone--most pain meds and prednisone don't work together). But of course, ask your vet--he/she knows what is best for your girl!But you are right, look and focus on NOW, the time you have. Do something special for her everyday (whether it's a treat or walk or lots of love). Try not to worry. I know it's easier said than done, but I worried way too much. Just enjoy every day and never give up.
My thoughts are with you guys!! Lots of positive vibes are definitely coming your way!! And by the way, welcome to Boxerworld!!! Please keep us updated on how she is doing!
harlie'smom
Boxer Insane
Chopper and Harlie send Lady lots of slobbery Kisses. Im sorry she has to go thru this pain. Lots of love
Gin&Dex said:
I don't think you sounded doom and gloom at all and I really appreciate your advice so please don't feel you need to apologize.
I was more refering to myself in that post, it seems all I've been talking to anyone about lately is how sick she is and how long she has and I realized thats not helping her by dwelling on the negative.
Again please don't feel you need to apologize I really appreciate your help.
Slobber Baby
Banned
How is Lady feeling?? Hope shes doing well! Sending slobbery kisses and hugs to you!
Laura
Laura
B-MAN'S MOM
Banned
Sending lots of slobbery kisses and hugs! I hope Lady gets better soon!
Lady is doing surprisingly well. When we found out it seemed she was getting worse really quick, she was having a lot of trouble breathing but the last few days she has seemed to be getting better with her breathing at least.
The mast cell on her muzzle has doubled in size in the last two weeks so I don't know whats going on there. I can't wait until 11-04 when she goes back to the vet to see what they say.
Anyone here with experience with mast cell tumors had any luck using benadryl. I've seen it mentioned on a few websites for treatment. I was hoping to find something to slow the growth since it getting so big(size of a quarter already).
Thank you everyone this site has helped so much!!!!
The mast cell on her muzzle has doubled in size in the last two weeks so I don't know whats going on there. I can't wait until 11-04 when she goes back to the vet to see what they say.
Anyone here with experience with mast cell tumors had any luck using benadryl. I've seen it mentioned on a few websites for treatment. I was hoping to find something to slow the growth since it getting so big(size of a quarter already).
Thank you everyone this site has helped so much!!!!
Julie P.
Completely Boxer Crazy
I just read your thread. I feel so sad that you and your sweet Lady are going through this. Please know that my thoughts are with you. I am so sorry and know how difficult it is to watch our little friend go through an illness. To me, it is one of the most difficult things I have ever had to go through as when my Magic got sick. I felt so helpless when I was fighting for her life and wished a million times that she could talk so that she could have told me how she felt. Once again, my thoughts are with you and your Lady.
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