Guest BooBooMama Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 For those of you who have not been following my other post Arizona (a.k.a. BooBoo) has been in a great deal of pain in her left hind leg since mid- February. X-rays at that time showed no masses, no arthritis but just a small amount of calcification between two discs. We treated her as if she had a pinched nerve or lumbar spinal stenosis. We put her on stronger and stronger pain med; she has had 2 chiropractic adjustments and thee acupuncture treatments as well as a Depo-Medrol injection. But she continued to have this anxious whine. Something just didn't feel right so I took her to FV Animal Referral today to see an orthopedic specialist. They did a second X-ray and found hip cancer. She also has a great deal of pain in her spine so they are quite certain it has spread into her spine. They sent us home with stronger pain meds. I will keep her with me until I feel it is time. She jumps and wags her tail and wants to go for walks so I think it is too soon to let her go. I will not keep her for long because that would be selfish. Please think of us and send me the strength to know when the time is right. My heart is breaking. Much love, Gigi & BooBoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so very sorry. Please know that you and BooBoo are in my thoughts. 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...
RobinM Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so sorry. I have been there and I know how devastated you feel. 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 Energy11 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am sooo sorry to hear about her cancer! I am glad you "felt something wasnt' right ..." Listening to you "gut" is usually right. The better and increased pain meds will, I am sure, help, and you just enjoy all the days you have with her! Sending lots of love, strength and hugs! Dee and The Five Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so sorry to read this. Make each day special and hold the memories in your heart. 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...
Batmom Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 Oh no. My heart goes out to you and your precious pupper. 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...
Guest argolola Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm so sorry. Your BooBoo will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm so sorry! We will keep you both in our thoughts and prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm so sorry. Sending prayers for BooBoo. 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...
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Guest Annie Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so very sorry... my prayers are with you and your beloved BooBoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 Oh no. Thoughts and prayers from here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so sorry to read this. I have been following your threads and I am so glad you stuck to your intuition. Enjoy the time you have left. I know how devastating this is... Prayers and love to you both. Debbie 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 SueG201 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 Good Lord Cancer Sucks, i am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 Oh no, I'm so sorry Quote 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I am so sorry to hear this. You are both in my thoughts and in my prayers. I honestly wish I could take some of the pain away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gryhndsr4us Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm so sorry, I will keep you and BooBoo in my thoughts and prayers. Give her lots of love and take lots of pictures. Quote Sue ,Sky and Dood, Bridge angels Clark, Gypsy, Dreamy and Sneakers, Oshkosh,WI Heartbound Greyhound Adoption<p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DylanGospel Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I don't think that there's anyone of us out here who doesn't have fears of this dread disease attacking. I am so sorry for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mdituro Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 So very sorry about the diagnosis. You and BooBoo will be in my thoughts & prayers! Stay strong & know that there are many out here in cyberland sending loads of white light your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 Enjoy every moment together. Sending you the strength and hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 I'm so sorry. I hope BooBoo has a number of happy comfortable days ahead. 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 greyt2love Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 I'm so sorry. Sending prayers for you and BooBoo . Have wonderful days together ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 So sorry. Hoping for many pleasant days with BooBoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 By all means enjoy the rest of your time together. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 17, 2010 Share Posted April 17, 2010 I am so sorry. Every day is a gift, and I hope you have as many as possible ahead of you. Enjoy every single moment with BooBoo. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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