Guest luluaz Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 (edited) I almost couldn't post this, but I just knew I would need your help in staying strong for my girl- She woke up and started limping and my heart sank as I fell to my knees to hug her. Off to the vet's we go for the xrays and, yup, lung mass and bone changes on the right humeris. Gypsy will be twelve this October, my graceful greying lady. Crying right now, planning to make my way to the Circle of Grey to get some info on artemisinin, like best source and best potency. The films did show that lung tumor clearly, but the bone changes are early stage, so maybe we can buy some time. When we were leaving Doc Yocham's office, a lady was sobbing over her beautiful grey in another room and I knew what for she was saying, "I have to let you go...." and God, that was hard to witness. We had an acupuncture treatment yesterday, too, that I had scheduled some time ago and was glad I had---Dr. Barbara Hershey is an oncologist as well as an Integrative Veterinarian, healing with powerful herbs and the acupuncture that this time was used to help offset pain, etc. Gypsy began the herbal supplements and is now taking previcox and tramadol, as well as bovine colostrum and milk thistle and "SAMe" for her liver. The toughest part of this is that her kidneys are not good and the emphasis on diet is less carb, more protein, which we know is straining on the kidneys. Any suggestions on how to tackle this dilemma are greatly appreciated- Here she is......... I wish I had more of her best photos uploaded to photobucket, cuz I'm at work right now and really wish I was home PUPDATE, Thursday 9/6 The Previcox has helped, her limp is less pronounced!!! We all went for a very short walk and Gypsy was very happy to go along. DID NOT overdo it, though, just a short turn out. I actually took one of the Tramadols last night to see what it was like and PHEW, I am STILL dizzy and slightly sick to my stomach! I think that because of her slight build(52 LBS.) and fragility, I will stick to the 50mg. tablets, and save the 100mg. tabs for later on- Her appetite has waned, and it is no wonder, I couldn't eat last night either- I am giving her roast chicken from Costco(thought of Walmart and Burpdog ) and that's about all she wants right now- I have those powdered herbs and I am mixing them into Nutro High Energy canned food and then hand feeding her. All of your support and prayers, good thoughts are amazing.....THANK YOU!! That woman I saw at the vet's office was Teri Rogo, Amanda's(guiness the great) good friend. Gypsy was helped to trhe bridge yesterday afternoon, hard as it was to do, so very hard. Thank you everyone here at greytalk for your prayers, support and advise. Please stop by and visit Gypsy in Remembrance- She was an angel on earth, my sweet"Little". Lisa Edited September 15, 2007 by luluaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hidoey Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Your baby girl is beautiful. I am sending you both my strength.... Jackie with Tangerine and Chimes Always missing Gracie, Steely, Annie, Payne, Twilite, Janey Bug, Bindi, Sophie, and Dazzle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnnyBell Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I'm so sorry I really know how you feel.Please do join circle of grey it's wonderful.You and Gypsy are in my thoughts and prayers.She is absoluly beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Oh no, I'm so sorry, sending prayers for your girl. Holley Pharmaceuticals is the best place to get it, I was giving my Marvin 100 mg a day of Artemisinin. Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I wish I had more to offer than sympathy... Marc and Myun plus Starbuck (the cat)Pinky my AWOL girl, wherever you are, I miss you.Angels Honey (6/30/99-11/3/11) Nadia (5/11/99-6/4/12) Kara (6/5/99-7/17/12) Cleo (4/13/2000-4/19/2014) Antnee (12/1/2002=2/20/17) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I am so sorry for the diagnosis. Prayers for you and your special girl. Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Please do join Circle of Grey, there is a lot of support and knowledge out there. I'm so sorry to hear this, and I'm sure your incident in the vet's office was painful as well...... Sending lots of white light and strength to you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Hugs and prayers for you and your beautiful girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SusanP Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 She is so pretty. Hugs to you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I am so sorry. Your little girl reminds me so much of our LaceyLaine who was just diagnosed with cancer as well. Sending my prayers and gentle hugs. Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Lisa, you know, anytime you need me I'm here You and Gypsy are always in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 (edited) I'm sorry. There just doesn't seem very much helpful to say. Your girl is beautiful. Edited September 5, 2007 by Jackandgrey Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 For strength and healing for you and your beautiful girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greygirls2 Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 White light, prayers and positive thought flowing out to your girl. Please do join the Circle of Grey, the support and knowledge there is outstanding. I hope you have some good quality time left to love and spoil your pup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest luluaz Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 (edited) I am so sorry. Your little girl reminds me so much of our LaceyLaine who was just diagnosed with cancer as well. Sending my prayers and gentle hugs. Patricia, I know how your heart aches right now.....hugs back to you and white light for our girls Thank you, everyone-she is so beautiful to me, I often find myself stealing a moment to admire her grace I always say, "Memorize her face" to myself, and pray that memory does not fade. OK, time to buck up and take a deep breath.....much to do and give, loving on her and trying very hard not to upset her is paramount. They are so sensitive and she is so very fragile Edited September 5, 2007 by luluaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 I'm so sorry. Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 My prayers go out to you and your beautiful girl! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjw Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Sending hugs, prayers, and white light from Canada. Your girlie is beautiful. CAMP GREYHOUND Tempo (Keep the Tempo), Nora (Road Noise) & Gabe the babe (Gable Habenero), Cooper (Uncle Bud's Coop), Topper (Red Top), & Galgos Lisette & Manolito. Missing our beloved angels Cody (Kiowa My Dodie), Lou (Cantankerous Lou), Romi (FingerRoll), Connie (Devie's Concord), Millie (Djays Overhaul), Bailey (Hallo Forty nine), Andy (Iza Handy Boy, and Rocco (Ripley Rocco), Gracie (VS Megan), Eragon the Longdog, Joey (WJS Flashfire), Roy (Folly and Glory) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Sending prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisad Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 What a beautiful lady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MyCody Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 She is beautiful, I am so sorry for this diagnosis. will say a prayer of comfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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