Alley has a Mast Cell Tumor - Page 3

rottie_lvr · 10-25-2005, 08:15 PM

oh the poor thing. i feel for you both lotz. *cross's fingers,hope and wish's*

Novel · 10-25-2005, 08:17 PM

I've learned to take bumps a lot more seriously, that's for sure. Also, my vet explained, which coincided with what I had already read, that, they shouldn't be aspirated, just removed. Aspiration can cause lots of very nasty things to occur, like the release of toxic chemicals, aggressive growth and distribution through the body.

I'll be thinking about Neva.

When I used to groom, I always alerted owners to bumps and masses. It always surprised me how some people simply didn't care. It seems to me they are never too young, again, Alley is just 15 months old. And, these types of tumors don't have any definitive size, shape or pattern. Cancer is a nasty thing, and there is always hope.

It's funny how people deal with stress. I've coddled my baby more than usual, if that is possible, and my husband has been calling her "Cancer Stick". Now before you all think he is a cruel man, my husband is a cancer survivor. He was given a 25% chance of recovery at the age of 20. He has been cancer free for 6 years, and cancer has never been an easy topic for him. To see the concern in his face for our little girl, and to know that humor is a defense mechanism, it just breaks and warms my heart all at once. Do you ever catch glimpses and think, "That's why I love you."

Ok, sorry for the mushiness. That's how I deal with stress, that and anger, and everyone around here prefers the mushiness...

Jamilupine · 10-25-2005, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Novel

It's funny how people deal with stress. I've coddled my baby more than usual, if that is possible, and my husband has been calling her "Cancer Stick". Now before you all think he is a cruel man, my husband is a cancer survivor. He was given a 25% chance of recovery at the age of 20. He has been cancer free for 6 years, and cancer has never been an easy topic for him. To see the concern in his face for our little girl, and to know that humor is a defense mechanism, it just breaks and warms my heart all at once. Do you ever catch glimpses and think, "That's why I love you."

Ok, sorry for the mushiness. That's how I deal with stress, that and anger, and everyone around here prefers the mushiness...

I love this account of your husband! I actually laughed at the thought of someone calling thier dog a "cancer stick", mainly becuase I took it as a loving nick-name. Your husband sounds like a great man.

About cancer in dogs...is it especially common in Boxers? I'll be extra aware of Lucy's body hearing this story. Very scarey.

kazkirkpatrick · 10-25-2005, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamilupine

About cancer in dogs...is it especially common in Boxers? I'll be extra aware of Lucy's body hearing this story. Very scarey.

Cancer and seizures are two big health issues in boxers. WAAAY too common. Its really sad.

*keeps fingers crossed for alley*

Novel · 10-25-2005, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kazkirkpatrick

Cancer and seizures are two big health issues in boxers. WAAAY too common. Its really sad.

And don't forget heart problems.

Boxers got the raw deal when it came to health problems. That's why the avg life span for a Boxer is 7 - 9 yrs of age. They age so very fast!

Kade · 10-25-2005, 11:51 PM

You mush all you want, this is your thread! Your husband sounds like a mushable guy.

Jamilupine · 10-26-2005, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Kade

You mush all you want, this is your thread! Your husband sounds like a mushable guy.

I love that Kade! A mushable guy...

He does, I agree.

That's too bad about the quick aging of boxers, I had no idea.

Best wishes to your ally, hope she is recovering well.

Novel · 10-26-2005, 03:44 PM

Well, I've called the vet a few times, and they keep reminding me that they will call when they get the results, but, for who knows what reason, they didn't come in today! Sigh... So, I will try and be patient, although that is not easy for me.
I'll let you all know when I know, and thank you, Alley acts like absolutely nothing happened. I wish we could act like that!

Shadowkins · 10-26-2005, 03:54 PM

Wishing Alley the best and will keep her in our prayers.

tessa_s212 · 10-26-2005, 04:39 PM

Well, although I am very sorry that your poor baby had to go through this, it is good not to be alone. My sister's dog had a mast cell tumor that was removed only 1 to 1 1/2 months ago...we are starting to feel another lump around the same area. Right now she is on medication, but if it continues to grow she will have to go back in for surgery. She may not be my dog, but I HATED seeing her so miserable and unhappy after the surgery. She was in so much pain... If she continues to get more tumors after this one is removed, we won't force her into surgery again.. It is just not fair to her. We will retire her, and wait untill her time is up.... I just hope that my sister makes her last few years(hopefully) a good few.

***Carrie*** · 10-27-2005, 08:52 AM

A-w-w-w Novel...this is so hard. I'm so sorry you, your hubby and Alley are having to go through this already. She is young indeed. It's the daw-gone prevelence of this which is also in Dobes and always in the back of my mind too. Also heart problems like Boxers. I'm sending you my heartfelt and deepest, caring thoughts and prayers. Do let us know how things come along. There is good hope though. Remember, lots and lots of tumors are completely removed and no more trouble. I think you're going to have lots of good years with her still. (((HUGS))) And do let us know.

PS....I love your mushiness. It shows what a nice person you are. You're so nice that all that can't be contained and it's oozing out of your pores. LOL. Gross, huh. It's going to be all right.

Kade · 10-27-2005, 11:24 AM

Thinking about you and Alley today!

TribalRats · 10-27-2005, 11:36 AM

Me too! Been thinking about you since I logged on this morning....still crossing fingers for good news.

Giny · 10-27-2005, 12:40 PM

Ditto on that thought! She's in my thoughts and hope that all will be well.

Novel · 10-27-2005, 01:48 PM

For some reason the results still haven't come back!!! The vet promised prelims 24 hours after she sent them in... and STILL nothing 48 hours later. I don't know if she overextended herself or what, but, I'm trying to understand. I suppose a lab can't drop everything just for me, but, it would be alot easier if I knew. That's why I wanted it tested, so I'd know!! Jeepers!

Alley has been doing well. Yesterday her surgery area was a little weepy and red, today it looks great. I was worried because she pretty much refuses to stay still.
Today we added a foster dog to our family, my husband says I'm compensating and trying to keep myself busy. I've never known myself to do anything different.. but, whatever!
I will post a thread on Baby when I get some pics and such. She's another lab / rottie mix, and she walked into the family without a hitch. I can not believe this girl has not been adopted in the last two months since her surrender. But.. anyways, I leave that for her thread.

10-25-2005, 08:15 PM	#31 (permalink)
rottie_lvr Rottie-Freak-of-Nature Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central Time Zone Posts: 126 Rep Power: 77	oh the poor thing. i feel for you both lotz. cross's fingers,hope and wish's
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10-25-2005, 08:17 PM	#32 (permalink)
Novel Mush Face Lover Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 4,991 Blog Entries: 1 Rep Power: 220	I've learned to take bumps a lot more seriously, that's for sure. Also, my vet explained, which coincided with what I had already read, that, they shouldn't be aspirated, just removed. Aspiration can cause lots of very nasty things to occur, like the release of toxic chemicals, aggressive growth and distribution through the body. I'll be thinking about Neva. When I used to groom, I always alerted owners to bumps and masses. It always surprised me how some people simply didn't care. It seems to me they are never too young, again, Alley is just 15 months old. And, these types of tumors don't have any definitive size, shape or pattern. Cancer is a nasty thing, and there is always hope. It's funny how people deal with stress. I've coddled my baby more than usual, if that is possible, and my husband has been calling her "Cancer Stick". Now before you all think he is a cruel man, my husband is a cancer survivor. He was given a 25% chance of recovery at the age of 20. He has been cancer free for 6 years, and cancer has never been an easy topic for him. To see the concern in his face for our little girl, and to know that humor is a defense mechanism, it just breaks and warms my heart all at once. Do you ever catch glimpses and think, "That's why I love you." Ok, sorry for the mushiness. That's how I deal with stress, that and anger, and everyone around here prefers the mushiness...
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10-25-2005, 11:51 PM	#36 (permalink)
Kade 9 months old?! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 903 Rep Power: 89	You mush all you want, this is your thread! Your husband sounds like a mushable guy.
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10-26-2005, 03:44 PM	#38 (permalink)
Novel Mush Face Lover Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 4,991 Blog Entries: 1 Rep Power: 220	Well, I've called the vet a few times, and they keep reminding me that they will call when they get the results, but, for who knows what reason, they didn't come in today! Sigh... So, I will try and be patient, although that is not easy for me. I'll let you all know when I know, and thank you, Alley acts like absolutely nothing happened. I wish we could act like that!
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10-26-2005, 04:39 PM	#40 (permalink)
tessa_s212 animal rescue advocate Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Stryker, Ohio Posts: 646 Rep Power: 82	Well, although I am very sorry that your poor baby had to go through this, it is good not to be alone. My sister's dog had a mast cell tumor that was removed only 1 to 1 1/2 months ago...we are starting to feel another lump around the same area. Right now she is on medication, but if it continues to grow she will have to go back in for surgery. She may not be my dog, but I HATED seeing her so miserable and unhappy after the surgery. She was in so much pain... If she continues to get more tumors after this one is removed, we won't force her into surgery again.. It is just not fair to her. We will retire her, and wait untill her time is up.... I just hope that my sister makes her last few years(hopefully) a good few.
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10-26-2005, 03:54 PM	#39 (permalink)
Shadowkins Shadowkins Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Saskatchewan,Canada Posts: 2,726 Rep Power: 129	Wishing Alley the best and will keep her in our prayers.

10-27-2005, 08:52 AM	#41 (permalink)
*Carrie* Super Moderator Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: north panhandle of Idaho Posts: 7,434 Rep Power: 287	A-w-w-w Novel...this is so hard. I'm so sorry you, your hubby and Alley are having to go through this already. She is young indeed. It's the daw-gone prevelence of this which is also in Dobes and always in the back of my mind too. Also heart problems like Boxers. I'm sending you my heartfelt and deepest, caring thoughts and prayers. Do let us know how things come along. There is good hope though. Remember, lots and lots of tumors are completely removed and no more trouble. I think you're going to have lots of good years with her still. (((HUGS))) And do let us know. PS....I love your mushiness. It shows what a nice person you are. You're so nice that all that can't be contained and it's oozing out of your pores. LOL. Gross, huh. It's going to be all right.
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10-27-2005, 11:24 AM	#42 (permalink)
Kade 9 months old?! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 903 Rep Power: 89	Thinking about you and Alley today!
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10-27-2005, 11:36 AM	#43 (permalink)
TribalRats Take Responsibility Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Central Valley, CA Posts: 3,327 Rep Power: 145	Me too! Been thinking about you since I logged on this morning....still crossing fingers for good news.

10-27-2005, 12:40 PM	#44 (permalink)
Giny poodlez Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,010 Rep Power: 108	Ditto on that thought! She's in my thoughts and hope that all will be well.

10-27-2005, 01:48 PM	#45 (permalink)
Novel Mush Face Lover Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 4,991 Blog Entries: 1 Rep Power: 220	For some reason the results still haven't come back!!! The vet promised prelims 24 hours after she sent them in... and STILL nothing 48 hours later. I don't know if she overextended herself or what, but, I'm trying to understand. I suppose a lab can't drop everything just for me, but, it would be alot easier if I knew. That's why I wanted it tested, so I'd know!! Jeepers! Alley has been doing well. Yesterday her surgery area was a little weepy and red, today it looks great. I was worried because she pretty much refuses to stay still. Today we added a foster dog to our family, my husband says I'm compensating and trying to keep myself busy. I've never known myself to do anything different.. but, whatever! I will post a thread on Baby when I get some pics and such. She's another lab / rottie mix, and she walked into the family without a hitch. I can not believe this girl has not been adopted in the last two months since her surrender. But.. anyways, I leave that for her thread.
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