MP_the4pack Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 We saw Dr. Couto today, and Pearl went thru a plethura of tests. It's cancer. Unfortunately, it's a bizarre type. They can't pinpoint which one it is. But he told me that her spleen is so large it's impeding her breathing and eating. He convinced me to go forward with the splenectomy because she'll feel instantly better and will be back to normal within a few days. But, she may still only have weeks left depending on the type of cancer. I'll find out by MOnday. At least though, it will be a way more comfortable remaining weeks, and liver cancer is a little more tolerable than a splenic rupture. He didn't believe it was her time yet.
Cully Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 :bighug waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra
ShantisMom Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I am so sorry. I hope you have many days of spoiling! The Girls
lovinggreysslp Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm sorry to hear this news. I was so hoping for Pearl's miracle. 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)
Rickiesmom Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I am so sorry. Everything you have posted says you will love, cherish and spoil her until it is her time.
MerlinsMum Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I am so very sorry to hear this I hope you have some very happy days together still ahead of you. :grouphug Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day.
ZoomDoggy Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm so sorry for the emotional roller-coaster ride. ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long.
Guest 3greysinPA Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm so sorry to hear it is the 'C' word.... but hoping and praying for many many days left to love her and spend with her.
robinw Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm so sorry that it wasn't better news Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19.
Guest VelvetEars Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Adding my prayers for better news in the days to come. I do think Dr C is good at telling it like it is, and being honest with us, so if he doesn't think it's her time, it's not. Enjoy every moment. Take lots of pictures. Love her. And know we will not stop praying that she pulls through.
bradymom Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 So sorry to hear this! Debbie 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 ....
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 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
Jackandgrey Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm sorry that was not what we had all hoped to hear. 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
Trihounds Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Awe, shucks. Lots of prayers for you guys. Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road
GreyPoopon Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm sorry. I hope you and Pearl have a lot of good days left. 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)
HopeForHounds Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Well crap! I was so hoping it might be something else. Still holding out that it's a not so aggressive cancer. Hugs to you all. Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl.
TheFullHouse Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Oh no, I had been hoping all day you had good news. I'm so very sorry. Cherish what time you do have left with her. 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
Guest wholovesskunks Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I am so sorry. My prayers are with you. Please give her some scritches from me! Krista
iluvgreys Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm so sorry. Holding your precious girl in my prayers for much more quality time with you. 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.
Wonder Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 I'm sorry Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17
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