Jackandgrey Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I can't quite believe I'm writing this yet somehow I knew deep down. My Jack, the love of my life, has osteo. His left distal femur has a tumor that you don't need to be a radiologist to see. He was lame last weekend but that resolved very quickly with ice aspirin and rest. But when he woke up this morning just as bad, I just knew. I thought it would be his hip and when that xray was clear I started to hope. It was not to be. I love this dog more than I can find the words to say. I look at him lying on his bed sleeping now comfortably with his pain meds and I am just not ready for this. I haven't yet decided on our final course of treatment but am leaning to comfort care. I will take a day or two to decide. Quote 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...
MerlinsMum Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Susan... I don't know what to say. I'm so terribly sorry. :cry1 :grouphug We're here for you. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeweytheGreyt Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hugs to you in your difficult time. Look deep inside yourself and deep in his eyes and you will find your course of action. I understand that kind of love and my heart aches for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I'm so sorry about Jack. Just enjoy every day you have with him. My heart goes out to you:( A Hug for Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WCorder Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CircusGreyZoe Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Susan, I've been thinking about you since Jilly's post in the chat thread. My thoughts are with you and Jack and Jilly! Whatever you decide, it will be the right choice for you and Jack--he'll help you make the decision. Sending lots of good thoughts..... -Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I'm so sorry. Not another precious baby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Beautiful baby boy. Love on him every second you can. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysandmollie Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Quote Donna and...Lucy and Chubb Rascal H 10/1/91-5/22/04 My best friend and Bounty Boon 1/23/99-6/25/07 My boy with the biggest heart Cody 7/28/99-8/1/13 My boy that always made me laugh and Dylan 5/12/04-12/29/2017 The sweetest boy ever Miss Mollie 1/1/99-1/30/15 and Pixie -10/10/2017 Lincoln -2/14/2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monte_gracie Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Cancer sucks. I'm so sorry....wishing the best for you and your baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiliDog Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Susan, I'm so sorry. Quote Donna & The League of Extraordinary Greyhounds Adoption Squad; Buffy and Rik T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 NO!! I am so sorry!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 What a beautiful picture of Jack--the strong silent boy. What a terrible disease. My old dog had a nerve sheath tumor--it was one of several types. He had been covered with fatty lumps--all of which were benign, but we knew we hadn't tested all of them. One day I was poking at the big one, and realized it seemed like a lump on a lump, and as I did so, he tried to bite me. Not a warning nip--and I KNEW. I knew he had cancer the second that happened. The options all sucked, so because of his age, I elected just to enjoy what time he had left. When it became clear to me he had enough, I let him go. It was hard, but it was right. Something my vet told me (as we sat on the treatment room floor with him, both crying) was that she's never had a patient regret putting a dog out of pain sooner, rather than later. You will know because Jack will tell you. I hope you have a good friend who will be there for you--actually be there--your "innerweb" friends will certainly be in spirit. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Oh no! I'm so very sorry. Jack is such a beautiful boy and looks so sweet. My prayers are with you both. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Quote 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...
Houndtime Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I am so sorry and sad to read this. Within your heart you will find the right choice to make for your sweet, handsome boy. Warmth and hugs for you and him. I do hate cancer. Quote 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...
turbotaina Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I'm so sorry to hear of this diagnoses. :grouphug Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Many prayers and hugs. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Words seem so inadequate... but I am deeply saddened to hear Jack's diagnosis. Quote 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...
LaFlaca Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 So very sorry. Is there nothing that can be done? Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I am so sorry. Whatever decision you make...it will be the right one for you and Jack. My prayers are with you both. Quote 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...
Xan Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Oh, no. I'm so sorry! Spoiling him will be all the more poignant now, but I expect you're up to that part of it! :bighug Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 (edited) my heart is with you. I can tell how much you love Jack. He looks so much like my heart, Scooter. May the moments be filled with only love. My prayers are with you. Edited May 22, 2008 by Devotion Quote Pam with greys Avril, Dalton & Zeus & Diddy the dachshund & Miss Buzz the kitty Devotion, Jingle Bells, Rocky, Hans, Harbor, Lennon, NoLa, Scooter, Naomi and Scout at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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