crazygang Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 So very sorry........make every special day count...... Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Crap, crap, crap! I'm so sorry. Damn cancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I am so sorry to hear about Tarmac. No three years is not enough time. We will be thinking of all of you as well as Tarmac. Thoughts and prayers coming your way! Damn C!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 That really sucks.....I'm so sorry to hear he has this awful disease. Hoping you have much more quality time together. Send lots of prayers to you both.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest paulamariez Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Sending Tarmac loads of healing prayers, love and light. May he have lots of quality time left to spend with his beloved family. Tiger, Bueller and Domino are sending Tarmac a bunch of doggie kisses as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Oh, crap. Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so very sorry! I will keep you both in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest redreed Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry, you're right three years is certainly not enough!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry. I hope Tarmac has a lot of happy days left. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greymama002 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry for the devastating news. I hope you and Tarmac have many happy times ahead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 No matter how long they stay, they never stay long enough. I am sorry to read your sad news. Make the most of every day you have and create good memories. 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...
lovinggreysslp Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm sorry. I wish you had gotten better news. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry for your awful news. Hugs for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJane Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry that Tarmac has cancer and especially that it appeared that it was a different issue. If you have decided not to do amputation, then the cancer can get very, very painful for a dog and I didn't see any note about having painkillers. Also, there is a chance that if this is osteo, that the leg can break. Maybe you have already discussed this with the vet and if so, please accept my heartfelt apology for bringing this up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornadosgirl Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry. I hate cancer. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 We've gone through the same experience three times. We've learned through each dog we lost that each day is most precious. Take each moment and make it special for Tarmac and it will be special for you as well. In the end, although it will hurt, you will be better for it. Tarmac will let you know when it's time. In the meantime, make every moment count. Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RhodyGreys Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry. I too had a diagnosis of a possible soft tissue injury/partial CCL tear. We didn't do x-rays 4 weeks ago, and in just 4 weeks, Bull's bone is almost hollow. His is in the right rear leg in the lower femur. I hope you get many more days to enjoy Tarmac. When I got home tonight it has become obvious to me that Bull is in pain. So quickly -- just a day or two ago he was still trying to chase squirrels. Now he's struggling to get comfortable lying down. I will up his tramadol dose and I have set our final appointment for 4:30 EST Friday. Please know that you are in my thoughts. It's never easy. Bull's 9th Birthday would be Saturday. I got him when he was 4, almost 5, so just over 4 years together. Still not enough. I'm grateful to have had the four years, though. The more you love, the bigger your heart gets, even if you lose a few pieces along the way. Quote Meri & the Dorgwith Little Lee from Eetaly (Raider Retire), Freya FooFoo (Writers Block), Brodie (never raced), and "foster" JJ (Rossmore Judith). Missing Bravo, Chickie, Nico, Meri Carol, Lucky II, Ringo, Mylie, Bull, Geordie, Shae-Leigh, Stretch, Dustin, Cooper, Lucky, and Heidi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyAcresMom Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I am so sorry!! Quote Sheila and COwww.greyacres.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynne893 Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 I am SO sorry for your bad news. My heart aches for you. Our Timber was just diagnosed with cancer two weeks ago, and we're doing the same, just keeping her comfortable for these last few weeks. The only thing I would say is, have you considered a third opinion? I know you probably have been through he ll and back, but since you had one incorrect diagnosis the first time, is it possible that this is a really hard case to solve, and perhaps you might want another esteemed vet in the area to take a look at the films, just to confirm that this is what you're dealing with? I hope my suggestion doesn't pain you. I wish you and your Tarmac love and joy in all the time you have left together. You have our shoulders to cry on. Hugs. BIG hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest zoolaine Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 I'm sorry, know that GT will be here for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 I'm so sorry about your news. Give him as much pampering, time and love as you can. Please have fun with him and enjoy your time together. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mhall Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Thank you all so much for thinking of us. We had kind of a rough night last night, but Tarm seems to be doing pretty well this morning. He was really excited about going on his morning walk, and his appetite has come back. He stole some of my bacon at breakfast. I am sure his 3 years with you were better than he could have ever imagined any where else Thank you - this is a small comfort. He was in a kennel with his adoption group for a year after he retired - we got him a few days before he turned 6. I'm glad he was able to enjoy a few years of life in a home. We were a good home for him, I think. I know losing a pet is never easy, but he's my first dog and I'm really struggling with this. If you have decided not to do amputation, then the cancer can get very, very painful for a dog and I didn't see any note about having painkillers. Also, there is a chance that if this is osteo, that the leg can break. Maybe you have already discussed this with the vet and if so, please accept my heartfelt apology for bringing this up. I appreciate your concern. He's been on tramadol since he started limping, and we upped his dosage when we discovered it was cancer. We are aware of the possibility of a break, and I talked with the vet about what we could do to minimize the likelyhood that would happen. I know not everyone will agree with our decision not to treat. With another dog I might do things differently. For Tarmac this seems like the right choice. When the pain prevents him from doing the things he loves, we will know it's time to let him go. I am SO sorry for your bad news. My heart aches for you. Our Timber was just diagnosed with cancer two weeks ago, and we're doing the same, just keeping her comfortable for these last few weeks. The only thing I would say is, have you considered a third opinion? I know you probably have been through he ll and back, but since you had one incorrect diagnosis the first time, is it possible that this is a really hard case to solve, and perhaps you might want another esteemed vet in the area to take a look at the films, just to confirm that this is what you're dealing with? I hope my suggestion doesn't pain you. I wish you and your Tarmac love and joy in all the time you have left together. You have our shoulders to cry on. Hugs. BIG hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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