My 7 Yrs old has cancer

[Rocky's-Mom]

I just found out that my boxer has bone cancer. He fractured his leg one yr ago and had it set for 6 week and we had no problems then I noticed him limping last week and that that area was swollen. I took him to the vet and he suspected cancer so they did a bone needle test and it was cancer. The vet said by the time you normally know there's a problem it has already spread to other parts. I have cried all week and I am so heart broken. Has anyone experienced this. The vet said it could be a few weeks or possible a few months. I just don't know if I can take it I have cried all week and continue as I write this. The vet said we could apputate his leg but he would have to go thru major surgery and recovery and still want live much more than 6 month or so. I can't see putting my baby thur all that. He is my baby...please pray for him and my family.

 

[Donna1969]

GOD I hate cancer!! It took my white angel on 12/26! My heart is breaking for you. I was told a couple of weeks to a couple of months after the diagnosis of lymphoma. It was 6 wks to the day that I brought her in to the vet and got the dx to when I had to help her to the bridge. She had a great 6 wks. Never really sick nor did she show signs of cancer..she ate/drank/pee'd etc like a champ right till the end.

You will know when its time to let go. Your baby will let you know. Like you I was in tears for a couple of weeks. I then realized I was wasting precious time crying. Thats when I decided that I would make the best of the time left. Blizzy and I had a great time in those last 6 wks and made some life-long memories.

Spoil your baby rotten..forbbiden foods..let him have it..give him as many kisses hugs and caresses as you can. Take tons of pictures and enjoy and cherish each and every second.

I am sure you will enjoy the time you have left with him. And you will know when its time to let go. It was a lot easier than I thought when I knew it was time. And I was very relieved to know that my girl was again a healthy happy pooch. You will also know..he'll let you know.

 

[tootsie]

I'm so sorry to hear your baby has cancer. My best friends boxer Rocco had bone cancer. It was his right front leg. They went with the amputation right away, thinking they could get rid of it that way. Rocco did awesome dealing with the surgery and the recovery. It was like he was born with three legs. Unfortunately, he only lived another two months after that. He went downhill rather quickly. The cancer had already spread to his organs. I can't remember exactly which one....either his spleen or his lungs. I'm sorry to be so bleak on this. I know this is heartbreaking for you. As I right this I am looking through tears. As Donna wrote, Spoil your baby rotten, and cherish every moment! I will keep Rocky and your family in my prayers. Please keep us posted.

 

[Rocky's-Mom]

Thanks so much Donna

Thanks for yur comforting words. I know it is hard to imagine letting go but no way do I want my baby to suffer. He doesn't seem like he is sick...like yours he is still eating, playing and being spolied every minute but he has always been such a loving, gentle ,sweet dog I have been giving him cheese, hot dogs and peanut butter cookies (his favorite) he has been sleeping with me all week. I have to work and it just kills me leaving him but he's always taking a nap when I check on him or watching tv. Thanks again for your kind words...I need them. So sorry about you loss. Maybe Blizzy and Rocky can talk about their mom's together. God Bless

 

[Gin&Dex]

Rocky's Mom,

I am so sorry to hear that you are having to deal with this. My heart truly goes out to you and your baby.

I have to echo Donna's words above. I know it's so much easier said than done, but stop crying and LOVE every minute you have with your pup! Cherish this time you have. I lost my Ginger in October to a similar kind of cancer (chondrosarcoma). She lived about 3 months after she was diagnosed. My vet also suggested amputation, which I opted against, because she was 11 years old. She never showed signs of "sickness"... she played, and she ate and drank well... she gave me lots of kisses! And don't worry about when "that time" will come... Rocky will tell you, and you will know what to do.

But like I said, let him play, let him be a boxer! Give him lots of treats and kisses and love. Go for rides in the car that don't end up at the vet's office! Don't let this cancer cast a shadow over who he is. Let him be Rocky!!! Try not to worry, he will have bad days, and you will too. And that is ok and normal. Cry when you need to... and LET US KNOW when you are feeling down! We are here for you. A lot of us have been there and know how you feel. I couldn't have gotten through Ginger's ordeal without the support of Boxerworld! You are not alone in this!!

BIG HUGS to you and to Rocky! Our prayers are with you!

 

[Donna1969]

Rocky's Mom,

normal. Cry when you need to... and LET US KNOW when you are feeling down! We are here for you. A lot of us have been there and know how you feel. I couldn't have gotten through Ginger's ordeal without the support of Boxerworld! You are not alone in this!!

I too would have never been able to get through Blizzy's illness if it weren't for the great love and support I got at Boxerworld. When I needed to vent or cry or just get it out, everyone here was so very supportive and caring. It really does help knowing that there are SO many people here who know or can understand exactly what you are feeling! so Laurie, you post away if need be. We all understand and we will all be here for you..cyber shoulder here ready for you to cry on! Even now, when I feel overwhelming sadness, I come here and read the posts and realize that there are so many people who care here. And it helps to help others through this difficult part of our babies lives with our experiences. One day you too will be able to help others through it and know you are helping someone who really needs it.

 

[Jill's boxer]

7yr old has cancer...

I just wanted to say that I am so sorry to hear about your baby. Its so unfair that these wonderful, loving creatures have to be so prone to cancers! Like Donna, I lost my 8 1/2 yr old to lymphoma--we were able to have one last summer with him after we got the diagnosis--his last weeks were spent being more spoiled then ever, playing with his friends and very much loved by everyone who knew him, in fact one of my favorite pictures is of Norton sitting on the deck of my friend's pool surrounded by 4 of his dog pals, taken about 2 weeks before I said goodbye to him and that is the memory I try to hold on to--my sweet Norton, happy and surrounded with love ...letting him go was the hardest decision I have ever had to make, and my heart is breaking, thinking that someone else will have to go through this, for now, love your baby with all your heart and don't let this awful diagnosis take away the time you still have, cherish every minute--however long or short that may be-- and when the times comes, you will know what needs to be done and you will do what is best for Rocky. We are all here for you, grieving with you and truly understanding your pain.

 

[Luvnmyboxer]

Do enjoy every minute you have with your baby and try to stay upbeat and positive for his sake. As long as he's happy and doing things he likes to do let him. These precious babies dont live anywhere near long enough unfortunately and we must learn to savor every little bit of time we have with them. Shower yours with hugs and kisses from Titan and I and hope he continues to do well for a long while yet.

 

[Austin's Mom]

It really is unfair our babies have to go thru these things. ((((hugs)))) to you and your baby.

 

[Dunkin]

It really is unfair our babies have to go thru these things. ((((hugs)))) to you and your baby.

This is so true....My Max died of cancer one year ago. Like everyone has said love him spoil him and make lots of memories. He will let you know when he is ready. I feel your pain and will keep you and Rocky in my thoughts and prayers