Month: September 2015

And so it begins

Just got word yesterday from the surgeon that amputation is the best choice for Freckles. It has a lot to do with were the cancer is located (upper thigh). The surgeon does not think we can get all of the cancer otherwise. My new vet agrees. But I am still celebrating. Because Freckles has the possibility of living a long life without the cancer. She is a very strong girl and I know she will come through this and will be the same baby I have loved for 6 years. I look forward to the possibility of at least 6 more. The surgery will be Tuesday, Sept 15.
When I do get her back a couple of days later, there will be lots of adjustments. One is my Terrier Scruffy. She is all energy and play. She is not going to understand why dad can’t take her on our daily walks or to the park on the weekends…at least for a while. When I feel comfortable leaving Freckles on her own for a short time, I can start walking her again. And, of course, as Freckles improves I will be taking her on very short walks and building her up as well.
So, in the next week, I am preparing to get all of the items I will need when I get her back home. Any suggestions are appreciated…something I might forget about. Today I am shopping for carpet runners. My floors are hardwood and tile and from what I have read, tripaws have real trouble with hard surfaces. So, until Tuesday, I am absorbing all of the information I can about what to do and expect when I get Freckles home again. Wish us luck! And again…thanks so much for all of the support.

Waiting is hardest part

Hope everyone had a great holiday. As I said, my vet called me Monday – Labor Day saying the test results were back. He said he would speak to the oncologist and get back with me in a couple of days. We had an excellent weekend in Fort Worth. Went to the park, took a nap or two and visited friends. And Freckles never slowed down. She and my little terrier “Scruffy” love exploring parks! And their daily walk. I will post again after the vet calls and we start down “the long road ahead”. Thanks to everyone for the support!

Lovin’ my new yet!

I am keeping this vet forever! He actually called today – Labor Day – to give me the results of our test. He identified the “sore” as a mast tumor. By the articles I have read online this is not one of the very worst cancers. But hers does appear to me to be in a fairly late stage. He is going to consult the oncologist tomorrow and we should get an appointment to discuss our options soon after. Y’all all have a great holiday…I’m off to pour a Scotch…a toast and a celebration!

The test results are back

Late Friday, I contacted the surgeon’s office and the results of the tests were back. I had them faxed to my new vet. Too bad it is a holiday weekend. I will have to wait an extra day to find out what is up. I guess that is OK…we have waited this long, we can hold on another couple of days. Fingers crossed. And yes she is the cutest, sweetest girl ever! Glad I finally got to post her picture.