IndyandHollyluv Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 (edited) Please welcome the newest member of the cancer club. My beloved Indy, 12, has nasal cancer. Funny, as a greyhound owner you mentally prepare for the osteo diagnosis. Although Indy didn't get snagged in the osteo spider web, he does have another common greyhound malady, lumbosacral stenosis, which is what I thought would eventually lead to his demise. But we have managed the LS quite nicely with acupuncture, chiropractic, and herbs. But nasal cancer?? Who would have thought? In October 2008, Indy's right nostril started to drip a little blood. Rhinoscopy, blood work, cultures, biopsies, dentals -- all results came back negative or inconclusive. The nosebleeds (never profuse) would come and go, and for the most part, 2009 was fairly uneventful. However, in December, shortly after he turned 12, Indy clearly began to decline and the nosebleeds started again in earnest. The past month has been a blur. I took Indy to see a specialist, where they performed a CT scan which revealed a sizable soft tissue mass in his right nostril. Biopsy results spelled c-a-n-c-e-r. Nasal cancer is not a common cancer, but for obvious reasons due to the location of the mass and the complex, delicate structure of the nasal cavity, the prognosis is very, very poor. In time, the mass could penetrate the bone and press into his eye or brain. So after crying buckets of tears (of which I keep getting free refills) and reading many heartfelt, enlightening GT posts about loss, I have decided to say goodbye to my beautiful brindle boy "a day too soon, rather than a day too late." No chemo, no radiation. Indy wouldn't want any of that. I want him to leave with his dignity intact. And although this is breaking my heart, I guess it's his time to go. I sincerely want to thank all of you who have shared your deeply personal stories and journeys. Your experiences helped me process my thoughts and feelings and inspired me to do what I believe is the right (and unselfish) thing for my hound. Edited February 3, 2010 by IndyandHollyluv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so very sorry. Cancer is just so unfair and unkind. I hope the time you spend with Indy is full of love and comfort. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bens_Dad Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 My heartfelt sympathy to you. I am so sorry to hear about your pup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest smudgebear Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 So sorry to hear this news. You and Indy are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lovemyhound Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 This is exactly what happened to my boy. I lost him last summer. Your description of Indy's symptoms bring back stomach upsetting, lump in my throat kind of sadness. Yes, this is pretty rare and difficult to treat/manage. My heart goes out to you, my prayers are with you. Mine is a very long story, we can talk privately if you want. Connie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Smiley Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am so, so sorry. My heart is breaking for you. Wrapping you in a gentle hug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so terribly sorry to read this. Please know that you and Indy are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so sorry. You and Indy are in my 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...
MP_the4pack Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I so feel for you. I always thought I would lose my Pearl to heart disease or a stroke from hypertension. Cancer is taking her too. My vet said on Monday that years ago, kidney failure in old dogs was the prevalent cause of death. Now he says it's cancer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am so sorry. Indy was lucky to have been yours. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greytluv Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Enjoy you time together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Sending my many prayers and gentle hugs. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so very 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...
Guest Energy11 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 We are soo very sorry for your loss. Based on what you described, you did the right thing, ... being a day too soon, than a day too late. Our heart goes out to you for the loss of your Indy!. God Speed your baby! Dee, Curfew, Goldie, Oakly, Staggerlee, and Cari. Robert H. (Bob) DeYonker, Bold Energy, Dasher and Max, who let Indy at The Bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 This is the last gift of love, which breaks our hearts to give! Spoil Indy and cherish every last moment with him! Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so sorry. I'm sharing tears with you this morning. Gentle hugs to you and Indy. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am so sorry. Nasal cancer is what took my precious cat Quinn ... I know, not even a kind of cancer you ever thought about before. I hope you have much good time left with Indy still. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytexplorer Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 If it helps any....I know you are making the right decision to save your pup from pain.....bless you for that. Holding you close, Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heehoo Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 (edited) A good friend of mine's Papillon was just diagnosed last week. He's not doing good at all & will go to the bridge on Friday. Edited February 3, 2010 by Heehoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am so sorry Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 So sorry for Indy & you not an easy decision to make.Hugs to you both. Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Although rare, this is the third or forth grey that I know of with this type of cancer.... Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliWest Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 Oh, I am so sorry. This was the same thing that my Luther had. It started with a little blood dripping from his left nostril and reverse sneezing. Actually the reverse sneezing started before the bloody nose. He was diagnosed in Sept. of 2006 and we had to let him go that December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted February 3, 2010 Share Posted February 3, 2010 I am so very sorry. Bless you for taking his pain and making it yours. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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