MP_the4pack Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 The ultrasound came back with a huge splenic mass and several liver tumors. The exact same 'effin' thing that Brindle had. Unlike Brindle who was in distress, Pearl has some options, even though they suck. She can have surgery which may prolong her life by 4 months, chemo would add another couple months. But Pearl is 12 with heart disease and hypertension. However, she is in the same condition as her 12 yr old sister. So age really should be a factor, just her heart and BP. Which are very stable. She probably would survive surgery. Without surgery she has days, weeks. Maybe a month or so. WIth the way she's feeling now, I don't imagine months is in her prognosis. I just put Diamond thru cancer surgery. Pearl was feeling REALLY GOOD since being put on the pimobendan. THis is so unfair. We were keeping her heart and hypertension under control and she was feeling really really good. this sucks. add to the equation that Diamond was given a 1 yr prognosis in Oct and my Onyx is already 14, this is going to be a really bad year for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 No words, just hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 The ultrasound came back with a huge splenic mass and several liver tumors. The exact same 'effin' thing that Brindle had. Unlike Brindle who was in distress, Pearl has some options, even though they suck. She can have surgery which may prolong her life by 4 months, chemo would add another couple months. But Pearl is 12 with heart disease and hypertension. However, she is in the same condition as her 12 yr old sister. So age really should be a factor, just her heart and BP. Which are very stable. She probably would survive surgery. Without surgery she has days, weeks. Maybe a month or so. WIth the way she's feeling now, I don't imagine months is in her prognosis. I just put Diamond thru cancer surgery. Pearl was feeling REALLY GOOD since being put on the pimobendan. THis is so unfair. We were keeping her heart and hypertension under control and she was feeling really really good. this sucks. add to the equation that Diamond was given a 1 yr prognosis in Oct and my Onyx is already 14, this is going to be a really bad year for me. I wish I could give you a real hug. Please know that I am holding Pearl (and you)in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brandi007 Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so sorry, hoping for good days for you and Pearl no matter which route you go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 You said it, not fair. You are all tucked in my prayers, I am so sorry 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 mcsheltie Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Oh for doG sakes!!! What horrible news. I wish I could do something more than send cyber hugs. If hugs could cure cancer, the amount I am sending would do just that. Listen to your heart, I know you will do the right thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gretzky Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Yup, unfair is right. I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Yes. THIS IS VERY unfair! My friend, Glenn, lost Raymond, to the very same thing at age SEVEN! I am soooo sorry to hear this. We have you in all of our thoughts and our prayers. Love and hugs! Dee, John, Curfew, Goldie, Oakly, Staggerlee, and Cari. My Bob, Energy, Dasher and Max, at The Bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoesmom Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Mary Pat, I am so sorry. Last fall Pearl impressed me so much when we took that walk. She definitely didn't act her age. I wish there was something I could do for you and Pearl. Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batmom Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I too wish I could give you a real hug. Your Pearl has been such an inspiration -- not fair that you and she have to face this too. You're in our prayers. 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...
TheFullHouse Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so very sorry. We lost a boy at the age of 8 to the same thing. 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...
brandimom Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I know no words from me can comfort you right now but I am still sending prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2hounds Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I am so sorry. Quote 2 Hounds Design Martingale Collars | 2 Hounds Design Facebook PageAlisha, Bob, Livvie (the 2.5 year old!) plus Mia Bella, Tippy, + Wahoo and Diesel the crazy kitties (and missing sweet Iceman, Paradise, Bandit, Cujo & Sebastian) in Indian Trail, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyaspet Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Mary Pat, That is what Mitzi had. She was just short of 14 and there was no way I was going to open her up. The vets at Red Bank were great and understood my feelings. I know what you are going through and it is heartbreaking. Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mountain4greys Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 MP, I am so sorry to hear this. This is heartbreaking. Sending lots of prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TinyMityMo Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 how terrible. but how do they know it's hemangiosarcoma without any type of biopsy? Bailey's splenic tumor was a spindle cell sarcoma. Quote Maureen, Sean, Molly (Garnett Madonna) and Sully (Starz Top Style) Visit LongDog Leather Works for adjustable leather martingales, wrap around leather tag bags, breakaway tag necklaces and cool leather people gear. Check out our Etsy store! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jerrybird Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I am so sorry to hear this. Somehow may you find the strength to get through this terrible time. Hugs to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 This is so unfair and I am so sorry you have to face this again, I lost my diva kitty Ms India to cancer in October. She was one of the reasons that we adopted Brady. These are never easy decisions. After intestinal surgery, and chemo by pill, she was helped to the bridge 8 weeks after. I send you heart felt hugs. Debbie :bighug Quote The handsome boy Brady, mid-morning nap. The sun, the sun feels so, so, so good. I can't keep my eyes open ... ... Retirement agrees ... ... and the Diva Ms India, 2001 - 10/16/2009 .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FastDogsOwnMe Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so sorry. My heart breaks for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurie Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Mary Pat, I'm so sorry. Keeping you and your furkids in my prayers. Quote Laurie **& Angels Emily, Beatrice, Okie, Rhemus ,Vixen, and Rose-always in my heart** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so sorry. Sending prayers. Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest StarsMama Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I am so sorry. You and Pearl are in my thoughts. Hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I'm so sorry. 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...
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