MP_the4pack Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 (edited) We went for a checkup today to make sure the infection was gone. It is. She was given the green light to start her chemo (I'm just upset we're a month behind! ) But anyway, she's motoring around, jumping when excited , jumping into the SUV (I don't allow anyone to jump out of the SUV, they have to use the ramp). She uses her porch ramp (that I built a week before her surgery) like a pro. She's learning that she's special now and actually asked for ice cream TWICE in one night. She is feeling really good. So much so I am beginning to wonder when the bone cancer started. I think it hurt her before she actually started to limp. All I can say is, I'm glad I did the amputation. Even if due to her late start on the chemo she goes to the bridge sooner than later, she is VERY happy. Right now, the only thing she can't do that she did before was the length of her walk. But at just 6 weeks post op. We're working on that. So, the moral of the story is...age doesn't matter. It's the condition they're in. I listened very closely to all the doctors at OSU and if any one of them said no. Then I wasn't going thru with it. But thtey all agreed, she was in excellent health. And being 12 yrs old shouldn't matter. Edited November 16, 2009 by MP_the4pack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Congrats!! That is amazing news. Keep up all the great work! Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 We do have a winner! Congrats! I am soooo happy for you and Diamond! 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 greygirls2 Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 That is the GREYTEST news!!!!! I am so happy that Diamond is doing so well and is back to her happyt self. I hope she does as well with the chemo now that the infection has cleared. Hugs and cold wet nose nuzzles from my Diamond to yours!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Happy to hear she is doing sooo well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Go Diamond! My suspicion is that, at least in some cases, OS affects the dog long before it shows on x-rays. Docs don't seem to agree, but... 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...
fionasmom Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Great news that the chemo can start. She sure seemed happy when I saw her on Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted November 16, 2009 Author Share Posted November 16, 2009 Great news that the chemo can start. She sure seemed happy when I saw her on Friday. By the way......you can borrow a crate from me anytime. Belgian chocolates make a terrific rental price!!! YUM. Thanks. ANd my girls thank you for their little gift too. (all gone) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bigorangedog Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 This is great news!! It gives me hope for Whitey's recovery. We have had a very rough 24 hrs, but it is good to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Good job Diamond!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Wonderful news that sent chills down my spine. Give Diamond a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FLT Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 I am so glad that your sweetie is doing so well. I've had her (and you) in my thoughts. What great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 So glad to read this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoesmom Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 Mary Pat, I am so happy to hear this. Congratulations to you and Diamond. Let us know when she starts chemo and how she does. Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsgreys Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 :yay for Diamond Keep on getting stronger girl! Quote Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 Wonderful update. For what it's worth, walking as a tripod takes a lot more energy than a 4-legged dog. Morgan walked 2-3 x/day but given the energy expenditure, it would not be really long walks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Wonderful news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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