Confirmed Osteosarcoma
I suppose I had been hoping that it wouldn’t come back this way, but the biopsy definitely shows osteosarcoma in the leg they removed. I have an appointment with the oncologist on Friday to discuss options.
My heart is heavy.
Cassie's Courage
Belgian Groenendael Faces Her Biggest Challenge
March 13th, 2012 at 5:28 pm
Yes, the cancer diagnosis sucks, there’s no way around it. But please try to remember that your girl doesn’t know she’s sick. She only knows how much she loves you. Cassie looks like a very strong and brave girl. Take your cues from her, and try not to show that you’re upset (I know, easier said than done). Post any questions you have, we’ve all been where you are now. Please give your girl a belly rub for me.
March 13th, 2012 at 5:56 pm
I’m so sorry it’s cancer. Now you know you did the right thing in removing the leg and getting rid of the pain. Try not to spend much time imagining worse case scenarios. She may have a happy – pain free life ahead of her.
Hugs and Wags,
Judy and Baby
March 13th, 2012 at 6:24 pm
sorry for the news, but like judy says, now you know. all cassie knows is that the darned painful leg is gone, and she is back to enjoying life with you – loving each and every moment of each and every day. try to let go of the fear and the sorrow..there will be time for that later. right now, take a deep breath, know that the love you guys share hasn’t changed, and you will all you can given the hand you’ve been dealt. we have been there, again, don’t let the fear steal the joy you guys have.
charon & spirit gayle
March 13th, 2012 at 6:50 pm
Sometimes, even though it is difficult, it is better to know. And in this case you know you did the right thing. Remember, like said previously, she doesn’t know she is sick and she will live in the moment constantly and her moments revolve around you.
Paws crossed for Cassie to share many years in the future with you.
By the way…when you are down, sad, frustrated, discourage or all the above at the same time, you have a whole group of people here who care and will listen and will be there for you. There is no better therapy in the world and no better price for that therapy than tripawds. So hang in there.
Hugs from all of us here at Boomers house.
March 13th, 2012 at 7:23 pm
It is so hard and so overwhelming to get the OSA diagnosis. But try to remember that even so, there can still be LOTS of good times ahead for you and your pup.
We’ve been there and know what it’s like – but there can truly be a lot of fun, happiness and amazing times ahead with your pup. Hang on to that.
Jackie, Angel Abby’s mom
March 13th, 2012 at 10:52 pm
My beautiful Golden Retriever, Gus, is to have his left front leg amputated in the morning after being diagnosed with likely osteosarcoma. I feel your pain. My heart, too, is heavy.
I take a lot of comfort from all the comments and how much the struggle is ours, not our dog’s. I am trying to learn the lesson he teaches me; live in the now, Mom!
I wish you luck and love on your journey with Cassie.
March 13th, 2012 at 10:56 pm
and p.s. Cassie is a really beautiful dog! I hadn’t seen the picture till a minute ago!
March 14th, 2012 at 7:52 am
Thinking of you. It must be so hard.
She is so lucky to have you, because you are strong and will continue to care for her to the best of your ability and resources.
Meg and Gandalf
March 14th, 2012 at 1:05 pm
Thank you everyone for your support and kind words. I am taking everything to heart and just loving her as much as I can, while trying to keep her life as “normal” as possible.
I know that I’ve read that what we interpret as a dog’s “depression” isn’t really depression, but she sure seems depressed to me. And I have been really good about being positive with her, and NEVER letting her see me sad about this.
It makes me wonder if the cancer is already present, and is starting to make her feel ill. I guess I’ll know more when I meet with the oncologist on Friday.
March 18th, 2012 at 2:04 pm
I know this news is hard to take, and you have every right to cry, who wouldn’t? But the fact is, we dawgs don’t let cancer steal our life from us, we go out there and live it as we always have, moment by moment and day by day. So please don’t allow stupid evil cancer to rob you of your time, it’s far too precious.
As for the depression, it’s not depression as humans know it (although some would disagree of course) but we often observe that it’s just a combination of getting used to using our bodies in different ways, recovering from this major surgery and of course, reacting to our pack leaders attitude. It’s a lot of things. You’re doing great by being pawsitive, and that will help. This will pass, I guarantee it.
keep us posted on the onco visit. {{{Hugs}}}