Jackandgrey Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I am so sick of this disease. BUT your Willie is going to do great and this is the best place to be going forward. Kisses for your boy and hugs to you. 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...
iluvgreys Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Very sorry you're having to deal with this monster again. Sending prayers and light to you both, and hoping you have much more quality time with your sweet boy. 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...
Bevd Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm sorry to hear of the vile diagnosis. Sending many good thoughts for Willie and for you Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Tons of prayers and good thoughts for Willie and you. I am sorry to hear about the diagnosis but we'll fight this one together. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoogieDown Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Good thoughts and hugs to both of you from all of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Lora~ We are ALL here for you and Willie in whatever way you need us. One day at a time, one foot in front of the other and before you know it, it WILL be ok. Willie will be up about and most of all, pain AND cancer free. Hugs to you both. 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 ss556 Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm sorry - sending prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts for Willie and for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 For Willie and for you a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Sending prayers Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm so sorry - sending prayers for you and Willie. Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Sending prayers and warm hugs for you and Willie. 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Lora~ We are ALL here for you and Willie in whatever way you need us. One day at a time, one foot in front of the other and before you know it, it WILL be ok. Willie will be up about and most of all, pain AND cancer free. Hugs to you both. Ditto every word!! 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...
Guest HersheysMom Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm so sorry you are dealing with this yet again. We have been through Osteo once and as you know, words can't even describe what it was like. However, you are much better prepared now after having gone through it. You seem really knowledgeable and ready to fight this thing hard. Sending lots of prayers for strength. I don't know if you've joined the Artemisinin Yahoo group, or knew of it? Hugs to you and Willie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Tons of Hugs and Prayers for all of you We are here for you and help you get through it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydogluvr Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thank you to everyone for you support and encouragement. Today Willie continues to appear happy and playful (by Willie's standard). He went to the barn this am and ran circles last night. He is limping a bit more today but is wagging his tail and chattering his teeth. I gave him additonal Tramadol and he is sleeping comfortably right now. Again, thank you for all of your suggestions and continuous positive outlook. It means more than words can express. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm so sorry that you and Willie have gotten this devastating news. We do know how you are feeling right now. But to your credit, you have skipped one of the steps in dealing with the monster. I think it's the worst---that agonizing time right after diagnosis when you're sad and angry and almost paralyzed in making a decsision about what to do. I think I wasted precious time back then, trying to decide what to do. Though I'm sure you are sad and angry, and may not be 100% sure that you are doing the right thing, believe me, you are! You have obviously weighed your options, considered what stage the disease is in, consulted several excellent doctors, started the artemisinin, asked yourself what is best for Willie (who you know better than anyone), and proceeded. I feel that you are doing everything right. I know there are always moments of second guessing, but don't let yourself fall into that trap. It doesn't do you or Willie any good, and just opens the door for the monster to steal more of your precious NOW time away. Just come here when you need to---there is so much love and support. And Polli and Ember and their families are only a few months ahead of you in this journey. I just realized that I have an almost full bottle of artemisinin from when I was giving it to Winnie. It is right at the expiration date, but has been in the fridge continuously, and I'm sure it would be okay. You could check with Dr. Couto. It was a year in October that we lost our girl to kidney failure after fighting osteo---and winning---for 3 1/2 years! I'd be glad to send it to you if you're interested. Just PM me and let me know. You and Willie will be in our prayers. 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...
Guest greydogluvr Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm so sorry that you and Willie have gotten this devastating news. We do know how you are feeling right now. But to your credit, you have skipped one of the steps in dealing with the monster. I think it's the worst---that agonizing time right after diagnosis when you're sad and angry and almost paralyzed in making a decsision about what to do. I think I wasted precious time back then, trying to decide what to do. Though I'm sure you are sad and angry, and may not be 100% sure that you are doing the right thing, believe me, you are! You have obviously weighed your options, considered what stage the disease is in, consulted several excellent doctors, started the artemisinin, asked yourself what is best for Willie (who you know better than anyone), and proceeded. I feel that you are doing everything right. I know there are always moments of second guessing, but don't let yourself fall into that trap. It doesn't do you or Willie any good, and just opens the door for the monster to steal more of your precious NOW time away. Just come here when you need to---there is so much love and support. And Polli and Ember and their families are only a few months ahead of you in this journey. I just realized that I have an almost full bottle of artemisinin from when I was giving it to Winnie. It is right at the expiration date, but has been in the fridge continuously, and I'm sure it would be okay. You could check with Dr. Couto. It was a year in October that we lost our girl to kidney failure after fighting osteo---and winning---for 3 1/2 years! I'd be glad to send it to you if you're interested. Just PM me and let me know. You and Willie will be in our prayers. Thank you so much for these kind words. I have been second quessing myself and your encouraging words help me see more clearly that I am on the right path. I know how difficult this will be (is)emotionally for me, but keep trying to remind myself that once the cancer is removed, the surgical site will heal. I see this as a far better option than allowing the cancer to grow and allowing the pain to ever increase in intesity. I will PM you. Thank you for the offer. I was just about to order more. It is great to know that you had three more precious years with your baby!!! Thanks agin, Lora and Willie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thinking of Willie today and sending more prayers. 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...
RobinM Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thinking about you and Willie. 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...
nyGreys Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 I'm so sorry you & Willie are going through this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mangos_mom Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Having just been introduced to the experience of discovering cancer in one of my own dogs this week, I now know the value of saying: Sending good thoughts for you and Willie. He, and you, will be in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Kate, with Nedra and HollyMissing Greyhound Angels Mango, Takoda, Ruger, Delta, and Shiloh, kitty Angel Hoot, cat-tester extraordinaire, and Rocky, the stray cat who came to stay for a little while and then moved on.Greyhounds Unlimited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Thinking of you and Willie this am 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...
Guest Greyglo Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Keeping your Willie in my prayers - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydogluvr Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Willie's lab results came back. All of his blood counts continue to be within the normal range and the sample from the small growth that we have been monitoring is benign. Additionally, his urine sample did not indicate concern. Willie has his bone scan tomorrow. He has to be sedated and I am so nervous. Please keep him tucked in your prayers. Then we can have an additional ultrasound to look at his other major organs but I am contemplating skipping this. I really want to initiate treatment. How much time from diagnosis to amputation is typical? I would love to know if I am moving too slowly. It seems like it is taking so long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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