Guest gottaluvgreysindy Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Deuce and I went to OSU yesterday because he hasn't been feeling well lately and after our local vet took some xrays and sent them to OSU, Dr. Couto really wanted to see Deuce in person. So we went....they did more xrays and found a mass in his chest, not in the lungs but more around the heart area. They wanted to do a fine needle aspirate and see what the mass was exactly as they explained it is rare for osteosarcoma to show up again in this way. After doing the test, surprisingly to them the mass is osteosarcoma(they were thinking more thymoma or lymphoma). We have spent 26 wonderful months waiting for "the other shoe to drop" and..........well yesterday sucked. The doctors at OSU felt my pain of course but there really isn't anything they can do. We went home with meds and he isn't feeling any pain right now. We stopped and got two plain double cheeseburgers at McDonalds and had dinner together before making the journey home to Indianapolis. I'm keeping a close eye on him of course, rarely leaving his side as I enjoy each day as a gift from God until he has to leave us. I know about picking three things he loves and once he doesn't enjoy doing those things it is time, but God give me strength to know and not be selfish. This boy is absolutely the love of my life and such an inspiration to me and others who have had to go through this stupid cancer stuff. Right now, he is eating just fine, going outside and enjoying the weather, insisting on sleeping in his favorite spot and roaching more often than not (he is the King Roacher, you know) so he will be with us today and I'm grateful for the honor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 A huge cyberhug to you.... Quote Mary in Houston Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film. LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LokisMom Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Shelby, I don't know what to say. I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rascalsmom Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Shelby, I am so sorry to hear this. You, Deuce, and your whole family will be in my prayers. You are right: every day is a gift. Quote Phoebe (Belle's Sweetpea) adopted 9/2/13. Jack (BTR Captain Jack) 9/28/05--11/2/12Always missing Buddy, Ruby, and Rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LUVMYBABIES Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I'm so sorry. I'm sure you will find the strength to do what is best for your boy. You both are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oldNELLIE Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 It sounds like you are doing everything perfectly. You are both in our thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 We're keeping you tucked in our prayers. 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...
Burpdog Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I know about picking three things he loves and once he doesn't enjoy doing those things it is time, I don't like that statement at all Remember, the things he loves will most likely change, if they haven't already. It does for all of us as we get older and infirm. What is more important, is if he is loving life. I've seen them happy to lay on a dog bed and receive pets and food, obviously loving life, taking it all in. Some don't mind help going out, some hate it. Some can fall in a pile of poop and jump up with a smile on their face and run around the yard. Some are humilated. They are all different and I know you know your boy. I trust you will know when he is no longer loving life and when it is time. I am sad for you & the family as I know what you are going through. Enjoy every moment. Eat lots of ice cream together! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I'm so sorry to hear about Deuce. Hope that the mass doesn't grow at all and you and your heart-boy will have many many beautiful days together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Both you and Deuce are in my thoughts and prayers. Please give Deuce a gentle hug from me. Treasure every moment you have with him. Love, Carla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Aw, Shelby, I'm sorry to hear this. 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 VirginiaGreys Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Shelby...I'm so sorry that you are going through this. I was so hoping that they wouldn't find anything remotely like this...that it would be something silly that could be fixed with meds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Oh Shelby, I am so so sorry. Hugs and kisses for Deuce, you and your family. Cora and the furkids 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...
RobinM Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 NO NO NO NO NO. I am so sorry. :( :( Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I'm so sorry for the sad news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 :grouphug 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...
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patricia Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I am so sorry. Sending prayers that this mass does not bother Deuce or slow him down for a LONG LONG time. 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...
Guest poopsie1 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I am so sorry to hear this news. You and Deuce are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope for many more days together as you share your love for each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozziemydoggy Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Oh gosh I'm so sorry. Like everyone else has said though, you may have quite a long time with him yet. Quote Argo and bridge babies Artemis, Icarus and Iris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DebR Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 what horrid news, I'm so sorry you and Deuce are going through this. I'll keep you both in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelWhispers Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Shelby, I am so sorry. We're sending loving thoughts and prayers to you and Deuce. Quote Denise & Strider, Blake, Fields, Frank, FlippyDoo, and Momma Gail. The Bridge Angels Zack(Ags Marble Chip) 4/25/93-2/16/06, Wanda(Rainier Rowanda) 12/14/94-06/09/06, Brooke/Boogers(Rainier Restive) 01/01/99-10/20/08, Warlock(Rainier Rammer) 4/29/99-10/01/09), Patsie(Frisky Patsy) 5/17/96-2/05/10, Hatter(Cals Madhatter) 6/3/00-3/11/10, Dodger(Rainier Ransack) 4/29/99-4/16/10, and Sparkle(Okie Sparkle) 11/8/2000-1/28/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Oh I'm so very sorry. Enjoy every day you have together. 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...
Houndtime Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I am so sorry to read this. Deuce has been an inspiration to us all. May he continue to have many more good days. 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...
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