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Completely Boxer Crazy
I just wanted you to know that you and Tegan are in my thoughts and my whole family has thier fingers crossed for you!!!! Lotsa hugs and kisses for Tegan!
Sick 8 year old Boxer
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Kysha
Completely Boxer Crazy
Tegan has been diganosed with bowel cancer. There isn't anything that they can do for her at this point it time. We can do surgery to see how bad it is, but we run the risk of loosing her on the operating table - something that I could not live with.
We have chosen to keep her at home with us until she tells us when she is ready to go. Every dog is different in terms of how long they will live after diagnosis, so we are hoping for as much time as possible.
I thought that I had prepared myself for the worst, but this has hit me like a ton of bricks.
We are scheduled to move this weekend into our first house - something that I have been dreaming of forever - suddenly it's not that important at all...
I really appreciate everyone's support during all of this.
I will be sure to write often to give you all updates.
Thanks to you all!
Kysha
We have chosen to keep her at home with us until she tells us when she is ready to go. Every dog is different in terms of how long they will live after diagnosis, so we are hoping for as much time as possible.
I thought that I had prepared myself for the worst, but this has hit me like a ton of bricks.
We are scheduled to move this weekend into our first house - something that I have been dreaming of forever - suddenly it's not that important at all...
I really appreciate everyone's support during all of this.
I will be sure to write often to give you all updates.
Thanks to you all!
Kysha
lorishields
Boxer Booster
Kysha - I am so sorry to hear about your news. I'm hoping that she isn't suffering and that she lets you know when it's time for you to help her across the bridge.
Try to enjoy your move. If you're happy, Tegan will be happier.
{{{hugs}}} going out to you and Tegan.
Lori
Try to enjoy your move. If you're happy, Tegan will be happier.
{{{hugs}}} going out to you and Tegan.
Lori
Thomas Liggin
Boxer Insane
I just caught this thread, and my heart goes out to you.
I know exactly what you are going through and how helpless you feel. We went through something similar almost three years ago with Rocky.
He was full of life and seemed perfectly fine. Then he seemed to have an upset stomach, and problems with his bowel movements. We observed him carefully for a couple of days, and he seemed to get over it.
We all breathed a sigh of relief, though at eight and one half years, and turning silver, we knew that he had lived most of his years.
Then, a few days later, the symptoms returned, and we brought him to the vet. Everything seemed normal, blood work, temp, and the vet couldn't detect any lumps after a thorough palpitation.
We got some meds to calm his stomach, and the vet was confident that it was a stomach bug of some sort. I left feeling much relieved, but two days later he was back at the vets, and that afternoon, I took a dog who could barely walk to the emergency hospital.
That was a Wednesday. The following Monday, we made the decision to say goodbye. Cancers had done their vile work, and we were not going to allow them to cause any further deterioration or pain.
We had said for years how difficult it was going to be when his time was up, but we had no idea how deeply we would be hurt. To this day, I get a lump in my throat when I think about him, and others going through this ordeal.
I will leave you with this thought. As difficult and painful this might be, it is because Tegan shas been such a special friend and family member. It hurts because you have shared a special bond with her. The depth of pain is but a weak reflection of the joy that she has brought to you and your home.
If it didn't hurt, it would mean that she didn't mean that much to you. So be thankful that you have had such a special friend. I feel worse for those who aren't deeply affected by the loss of a pet. They have missed out on so much.
Take care of yourself, and give Tegan a hug from Indy, Ava and me.
Tom
I know exactly what you are going through and how helpless you feel. We went through something similar almost three years ago with Rocky.
He was full of life and seemed perfectly fine. Then he seemed to have an upset stomach, and problems with his bowel movements. We observed him carefully for a couple of days, and he seemed to get over it.
We all breathed a sigh of relief, though at eight and one half years, and turning silver, we knew that he had lived most of his years.
Then, a few days later, the symptoms returned, and we brought him to the vet. Everything seemed normal, blood work, temp, and the vet couldn't detect any lumps after a thorough palpitation.
We got some meds to calm his stomach, and the vet was confident that it was a stomach bug of some sort. I left feeling much relieved, but two days later he was back at the vets, and that afternoon, I took a dog who could barely walk to the emergency hospital.
That was a Wednesday. The following Monday, we made the decision to say goodbye. Cancers had done their vile work, and we were not going to allow them to cause any further deterioration or pain.
We had said for years how difficult it was going to be when his time was up, but we had no idea how deeply we would be hurt. To this day, I get a lump in my throat when I think about him, and others going through this ordeal.
I will leave you with this thought. As difficult and painful this might be, it is because Tegan shas been such a special friend and family member. It hurts because you have shared a special bond with her. The depth of pain is but a weak reflection of the joy that she has brought to you and your home.
If it didn't hurt, it would mean that she didn't mean that much to you. So be thankful that you have had such a special friend. I feel worse for those who aren't deeply affected by the loss of a pet. They have missed out on so much.
Take care of yourself, and give Tegan a hug from Indy, Ava and me.
Tom
swatman
Boxer Booster
Kysha,
I'm so sorry to hear the news, I was so hoping for the best. As you know I just went through the same thing with Gunther, and I too opted not to make my boy a surgical patient for the last few weeks of his life. You are doing right by your baby and she knows how much you love her...cherish each and every moment you have with her and stay positive for her. It is extremely difficult I know, but when I think back of the last few days I spent with my boy, I wish I cried less and smiled more.....for him. Good luck and my thoughts and prayers are still with you. We all support you here.
Mike
I'm so sorry to hear the news, I was so hoping for the best. As you know I just went through the same thing with Gunther, and I too opted not to make my boy a surgical patient for the last few weeks of his life. You are doing right by your baby and she knows how much you love her...cherish each and every moment you have with her and stay positive for her. It is extremely difficult I know, but when I think back of the last few days I spent with my boy, I wish I cried less and smiled more.....for him. Good luck and my thoughts and prayers are still with you. We all support you here.
Mike
Layla's Mom
Super Boxer
I am so sorry to hear about Tegan---my heart goes out to you---we will keep you and Tegan in our prayers.
Taryn and Layla
Taryn and Layla
high octane
Completely Boxer Crazy
Oh Kysha,
I just feel sick. I know nothing I can say can take the pain away for either of you, but just know that we are all thinking of you. Try and keep your spirts up for your girl, make the most of the days you have with her. Give her lots of hugs, their good for both of you.
All my strength,
Suzie, Vex and Odin
I just feel sick. I know nothing I can say can take the pain away for either of you, but just know that we are all thinking of you. Try and keep your spirts up for your girl, make the most of the days you have with her. Give her lots of hugs, their good for both of you.
All my strength,
Suzie, Vex and Odin
Holden's Mom
Boxer Insane
I just caught this thread and feel bad for you and Tegan. It's not the post I wanted to read. Please know that you, Tegan and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam and Pete
Pam and Pete
debbie knowles
Boxer Insane
Kysha,
I am so sorry...so very sorry. Please know that I will keep all of you in my heart and prayers. djk
I am so sorry...so very sorry. Please know that I will keep all of you in my heart and prayers. djk
buddy'smom
Boxer Pal
Thomas Liggin said:
And in two short paragraphs Tom has said it all.
I too just caught this thread, and wanted to add to the list of members who understand what you are feeling right now, and know that I am here along with the others to support you and add to the thoughts and prayers.
As has already been stated, enjoy the time you have left with Kysha, don't let one day go by unfulfilled with her. If I may suggest as well, I learned this from my own experience, now is the time to take those xtra special photo's of her, maybe catching a snap of her as she stops to sniff a flower, or as she sits in total amazement watching the ant march past her on the lawn. It is those special little quirks of theirs that we can catch on film that make for lasting memories and bring smiles to our faces. I only wish I had thought of this when I felt in my heart, before anyone told me, my time with Buddy was limited.
((HUGS)) to all of you
Jean
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