Guest tennesseegrey Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Well, it's been almost exactly a year since Rosie's inital diagnosis with Osteosarcoma. The cancer attacked her right upper shoulder. I opted for chemo and no amputation, but shortly following the initial diagnosis, Rosie broke her leg and we were forced to amputate. The year with my girl was well worth the cost of Chemo and the amputation, she had a wonderful year, but this past month has slowed her down significantly and given her good days and bad days. What I thought was wear and tear from walking on 3 legs turned out to be cancer reoccurance. I had my girl scheduled to see a chiropractor to relieve the strain, but following her dental cleaning 2 days ago, Rosie was unable to stand on her back legs without help. In 24 hours her condition worsened and I decided to take her to the vet again because the sedation had plenty of time to wear off. She was immediately taken to a Emergency clinic to see a Neurologist who did xrays and a ct scan. They confirmed her cancer was back in her spine (Her chest remained completely clear). The tumor moved her spinal cord and the cancer attacked her spine. She was completely unable to walk. I decided on euthanization. What a sad evening indeed. I take comfort in knowing I did the right thing and feel so fortunate to have had a wonderful for. Rosie was 10 years old and leaves me with with tremendous memories. She never met a stranger and had such a funny mischieveous side. My boy Caesar is by my side to comfort me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm so sorry. Godspeed, beloved girlie. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nerak254 Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 My deepest condolences to you. OS is SUCH a monster. She's free from pain now, and running like the wind with all of our beloved Bridge angels. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm sorry. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Run Free Sweet Rosie. You are in wonderful company at the bridge. Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious one. You and your family will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry. Godspeed Sweet Angel Rosie. I am so happy that you both had one more year together. Precious Memories can never be erased...they hold us until we meet again. 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...
Remolacha Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest paulamariez Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry about the loss of your beloved Rosie. She sounds like she was a wonderful girl. That last year gave you many extra precious memories with her to carry in your heart forever. Trust in the thought that you will be together once again one day and Rosie will be waiting right at the Bridge until then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tennesseegrey Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Thank you all so much.....I look forward to that day that she comes running my way, tail wagging, smiling, and ready for hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm so sorry you lost your precious Rosie. You and she fought bravely, and you did everything you could to keep her safe and happy with you and her brother. Osteo is a monster that steals so many of our beloved Greys away from us. Thinking of you with sympathy. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeaniesMom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so very sorry, and bless you for taking such good care of your girl. Run pain free Rosie Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FosterFlunker Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry. Run free Rosie. Quote Make a fast friend adopt a greyhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet Rosie. Take comfort in knowing she is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. As an aside, I lost both my greys last year shortly after a dental. I wonder if there is some connection? 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...
Burpdog Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brindlebaby Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your sweet Rosie. You and your boy are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Kim, (Herman), Pixie (NK Mary Ann), Kitten, Sammie, Darcy and Scout Callie (Callie Walker), Ava (Lass Dance), July, Peanut, Kodi, Bailey, Kony, PJ, Scampie, Carlo & Casey waiting for us at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest TBSFlame Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest weisster Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm sorry that her physical pain became your emotional pain. May she rest in peace and may your healing be swift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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