Remolacha Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Thanks for the update! I am glad to hear he is doing well with the chemo. I don't always post, but I check everyday for updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I am so happy to hear that you are having good chemo results. Fingers crossed that the weekend brings a nice afternoon at the winery for all of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest patterpaws Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 So glad to hear that Nube is hanging in there! I'm sorry for being absent lately, but I have been keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Yay Nube, keep it up!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Good going Nube!!! Keep it up buddy! 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...
MachosMom Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Yay!!!!!! Go Nubers!!!!! I hope he keeps on the up and up. You had me laughing at the pee cup and gave me a hilarious visual. Thank you for that laugh. I will remember that contraption should I ever need it with any other furkid. Hugs to you and nose kisses for Nube and Larry. Mom to Macho (JS XtremeMachine 1/12/2007 -8/17/2012 ... Gotcha day 9/2/2011. I miss you BigMan)Moonbeam (Ninos Full Moon 11/1/2009, Gotcha day 9/2/2012), Hattie (Kiowa Hats Off 4/14/2011, Gotcha day 10/13/2012), Keiva (JS Igotyourbooty 1/12/2007, Gotcha Day 1/8/2014)Jimmy (Blu Too James 06/26/2014, Gotcha day 09/12/2015), a shepard mix named Tista, some cats, and some reptiles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 I'm so glad to hear Nube is doing well enough to have his walkies!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 If someone hasn't mentioned it, a good way to get rid of the "toxic pee" is just to run the hose or pour water on the spot where he pees. It will dilute the drug residue and/or drive it into the ground. BTW, 25 mgs is a small dose. IIRC, Cosmo was getting 50 mgs when she was being treated for lymphoma. DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiggysMom Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I'm glad Nube hasn't seemed to have any side effects from the cytoxan. I think the discrepancy in dosages is that I'm used to it in context of a metronomic protocol, not trying to stave off an active tumor. It certainly makes sense that Nube's dose would be higher. I hope you can find some good pill trick for him. I am so lucky. I barely have to cover meds for Twiggy (even tramadol which is supposed to be quite icky tasting). Sounds like you have a great outing lined up for tomorrow - have a wonderful time! Wendy with Twiggy, fosterless while Twiggy's fighting the good fight, and Donnie & Aiden the kitties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissn333 Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I was just going to say exactly as Wendy stated above...Pinky's cytoxan dose is like 8 mg I think...but again...metronomic protocol vs. oral chemo in place of IV chemo. Totally different ballgame. I do hope that it doesn't hurt his appetite though. BTW Pinky weighs about 54 lbs. Kristin in Moline, IL USA with Ozzie (MRL Crusin Clem), Clarice (Clarice McBones), Latte and Sage the IGs, and the kitties: Violet and Rose Lovingly Remembered: Sutra (Fliowa Sutra) 12/02/97-10/12/10, Pinky (Pick Me) 04/20/03-11/19/12, Fritz (Fritz Fire) 02/05/01 - 05/20/13, Ace (Fantastic Ace) 02/05/01 - 07/05/13, and Carrie (Takin the Crumbs) 05/08/99 - 09/04/13. A cure for cancer can't come soon enough.-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I continue to keep you and Nubers in my thoughts. It's nice to see the good update. I hope you all have a good weekend. 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...
RaineysMom Posted August 18, 2012 Author Share Posted August 18, 2012 I hope you can find some good pill trick for him. I am so lucky. I barely have to cover meds for Twiggy (even tramadol which is supposed to be quite icky tasting). Sounds like you have a great outing lined up for tomorrow - have a wonderful time! he used to just take all his pills in his food with no problem, but the Tramadol must taste so bad he won't eat his food if they're in there. He still gets the Rimadyl and his vitamin tablets (and fish and flax oil capsules) in the food but those must taste ok. we ended up having to cancel having Susan come down, with all the issues with Larry right now having 2 more dogs would not make it better (unless it's truly an emotional issue, then they might have helped -- but we still don't know) he's hanging in there. He didn't want to eat his lunch at first, which scared the crap out of us, because he's NEVER EVER refused a meal -- EVER. But I poured some of the water out of the bowl and he finally did eat it. I'll make sure I put less in from now on, but if he snubs a meal again it's bye-bye chemo. I don't want him to lose the last thing he enjoys. thanks again for checking in! Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Glad to hear he's still enjoying his meals. Tramadol must taste really bad because I can't even fool my hounds will Pill Pockets, marshmallows or even peanut butter sandwich if it has tramadol in it. 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...
Xan Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Sending good thoughts out to you and the rest of the family! My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I have been thinking about Nube all day. Please give him some extra hugs from me. :bighug waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Many hugs to Nube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 Thinking about y'all and checking in. My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hope Nube is doing okay. You're both still in out thoughts daily. 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...
carronstar Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Nube check in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted August 23, 2012 Author Share Posted August 23, 2012 hi guys -- got back from the oncologist a bit ago -- his blood work is great so we're continuing the cytoxan (now to be given T/T/S) and she added Palladia too (80 mg on M/W/F). I thought they were just going to draw blood but they did a quick exam too and the whole thing took over an hour, with Nube standing (I'm sure) the whole time, so it may take a bit to recoup. But he's doing good, still limping but also still no yipes when he uses the leg so I'm taking that as a good sign. he's snoozing comfortably now on his Snuggleball, I'm sure he's exhausted. Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINMANPDX Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Checking in on Nube. As long as I wrap pills in coldcuts, or shove them into a hunk of hotdog or cream cheese, both of mine scarf them down without much chewing. Glad to hear the vet visit went well. Theresa (Tess) Mom to Elliott (Sol Flasher) and Lea (PTL Lea) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Good to hear that he is doing okay. Thinking about both of your boys and sending hugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Great update! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachosMom Posted August 28, 2012 Share Posted August 28, 2012 Checking in Nube and you.... Hope all is well and I havent missed anything! Mom to Macho (JS XtremeMachine 1/12/2007 -8/17/2012 ... Gotcha day 9/2/2011. I miss you BigMan)Moonbeam (Ninos Full Moon 11/1/2009, Gotcha day 9/2/2012), Hattie (Kiowa Hats Off 4/14/2011, Gotcha day 10/13/2012), Keiva (JS Igotyourbooty 1/12/2007, Gotcha Day 1/8/2014)Jimmy (Blu Too James 06/26/2014, Gotcha day 09/12/2015), a shepard mix named Tista, some cats, and some reptiles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 28, 2012 Share Posted August 28, 2012 How's Nube doing? 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...
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