rascalsmom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Rascal's cancer, that is. She had surgery in May '09 for hemangiopericytoma, and I noticed the day after Christmas that the area was very red, and there was a small 'blister'. Took her for a checkup today, and the vet confirmed my suspicion. It's back. She (the vet) also found a second nodule, which is attached to muscle. This is apparently not a good sign. Even though Rascal could use a dental, she doesn't feel we should do it...and that, to me, says a lot. She also pointed out that it could stay as it is for quite a while, or it could very suddenly get worse. Quote Phoebe (Belle's Sweetpea) adopted 9/2/13. Jack (BTR Captain Jack) 9/28/05--11/2/12Always missing Buddy, Ruby, and Rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BootsyCollins Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh, no. I'm so sorry. Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Melissa... 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...
rascalsmom Posted January 21, 2011 Author Share Posted January 21, 2011 (edited) The vet also mentioned to me that she was surprised it took this long to come back (1.5 years). I thought it odd, since at the time, she said, 'it usually comes back, but hopefully it won't in Rascal's lifetime'. Then again, that surgery was one month after Elizabeth died, and I'm sure she didn't want to add to my problems.... Edited January 21, 2011 by rascalsmom Quote Phoebe (Belle's Sweetpea) adopted 9/2/13. Jack (BTR Captain Jack) 9/28/05--11/2/12Always missing Buddy, Ruby, and Rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Well, maybe that's a good sign that it took so long to return. 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I'm sorry to hear this. We'll keep both Rascal and you in our thoughts. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I hope it stays 'as is" for a long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I too hope it stays "as it" for a long time and that you have many, many wonderful days ahead. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FreddyGirl Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Praying for a long duration of status quo. So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedFawnMom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I'm sorry...we'll keep fingers and paws crossed, hoping it stays as is. How old is Rascal? Quote Always missing our angel Lucy, a four year osteo survivor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kelli123 Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh so so sorry to hear this, We will pray for Rascal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh, Melissa.......I know how you feel. And you know how I feel. I'm going to be sending out so many prayers that she has as long with you as possible. Please give her lots of hugs from Aunt Nancy and Uncle Doug. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Prayers for Rascal. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I'm sorry Quote 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 Crap. Crap crap crap. 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...
Houndtime Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I am sorry. I, too, hope it stays as is. NO GROW! 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...
MandysMom Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I'm so sorry 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...
45MPHK9 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 Hoping Rascal's cancer stays away for a long time. Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Adrianne Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I'm very sorry to hear this, and I'll be sending lots of good thoughts & prayers to Rascal and you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rascalsmom Posted January 22, 2011 Author Share Posted January 22, 2011 (edited) I'm sorry...we'll keep fingers and paws crossed, hoping it stays as is. How old is Rascal? Rascal is 11, and will be 12 in May, hopefully. She has been with us for nine years, after being with the world's most awesome foster parents (Nancy and Doug) after she retired from her very brief career. So whatever happens, and whenever it happens, I know she's had a great life, and she's been treated like a princess. Edited January 22, 2011 by rascalsmom Quote Phoebe (Belle's Sweetpea) adopted 9/2/13. Jack (BTR Captain Jack) 9/28/05--11/2/12Always missing Buddy, Ruby, and Rascal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 Oh no 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...
Guest PhillyPups Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 Melissa, I am so very sorry to read this. It stays as is for quite a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest freightsmom Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I'm so sorry this has happened. My Freight has dermal hemangiosarcoma that we fight to keep in check. Sending all the best to you and your Rascal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Lots of prayers and good thoughts for Rascal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 I'm so sorry .. maybe you can find some treatment or other which will keep it in check. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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