danisgoat
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I love reading all of these success stories!
Keep them coming. Nothing is better than positive thinking and vibes for Dakota!
Keep them coming. Nothing is better than positive thinking and vibes for Dakota!
Colon Cancer
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beckyboo028
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We are sorry to hear about Dakota,but dont give up hope.Our second sheltie "Dundee" was found to have stomach cancer at the age of seven.We were offered two options surgery & chemo or put the dog to sleep.After much thought & discussions with the vet we opted for the surgery expensive yes bit considering the joy she brought to our family we decided to opt for the surgery.To make a long story short Dundee not only survived the surgery
& a short bout of chemo,but lived another seven yearsPlease keep us posted as to how Dakota makes out
Was the cancer in early stages? Just curious!! This is a great story. We are going to do anything and everything before we decide to put him down. We are like you....they bring so much joy to our families!! Thank you for sharing that story...
I'm glad to see Becky & FedAce have made up & gotten back to the topic at hand without me having to say anything.
Shelley...your post was inappropriate, rude, inflammatory...and a quick way to get banned. You need to go re-read the rules!
As much as many of you may disagree with what FedAce said (and/or the "tone" they chose to say it in) people are entitled to their opinions. It is your choice to agree, disagree & discuss...just keep it civil!
Grrrrr!!!!!
I'm putting my "beat the forum members" stick away now.
That is ok, Kelly. I understand all too well how it is to have a sick pet that is not doing well. We all love these dogs like they are our own Children. We love them as much as we love our human family members. and some of us are guilty of loving them even tad bit more than our human counterparts. and there is a good Reason for it............They give us something that no Human beings can ever give us............."Unconditional Love". They love us no matter what we do.
but at the end of the day, we always have to remember that these are pets and they are dogs and needs of sick dog isn't always same as needs of sick human beings.......:sadsmile:
BarbV
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I'm glad that things have toned down again.
This is an agonizing discussion and one that ones hopes never to have to face. There are so many factors that need to be considered when one decides whether to embark on serious treatment or not.
Fedace's statement regarding "possibility for cure" makes sense and must be balanced with quality of life and also the age of the dog.
When Timber was diagnosed with a tumour in his lungs last year, he was already 12 years old and was starting to fail in other areas as well. At the time, the immediate concern was to drain the water from his lungs, but even as this treatment was being discussed, the vet was discussing chemotherapy. I knew immdiately that this was not an option for him, but also knew that I would not make the decision immediately without weighing in all the considerations. Unfortunately, the decision was made for me, because he did not survive even that day!
Becky - my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. You'll know what is right in your heart once you get enough information to make an informed decision once the initial tests are completed. 7 years old seems far too young to let go without a fight.
And don't forget to get 2nd or 3rd opinions!
Hugs!
This is an agonizing discussion and one that ones hopes never to have to face. There are so many factors that need to be considered when one decides whether to embark on serious treatment or not.
Fedace's statement regarding "possibility for cure" makes sense and must be balanced with quality of life and also the age of the dog.
When Timber was diagnosed with a tumour in his lungs last year, he was already 12 years old and was starting to fail in other areas as well. At the time, the immediate concern was to drain the water from his lungs, but even as this treatment was being discussed, the vet was discussing chemotherapy. I knew immdiately that this was not an option for him, but also knew that I would not make the decision immediately without weighing in all the considerations. Unfortunately, the decision was made for me, because he did not survive even that day!
Becky - my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. You'll know what is right in your heart once you get enough information to make an informed decision once the initial tests are completed. 7 years old seems far too young to let go without a fight.
And don't forget to get 2nd or 3rd opinions!
Hugs!
Chris
Premium Member
Becky, every day I check to see how Dakota is faring. If you notice some passion in the posts here, it's only because we all love our Shelties -- and each other -- so much that we try to find and share the best information we have. Being human, sometimes what we've experienced or found is in contradiction and there are a few sparks. But at heart, beneath it all, lies our love of the Shetland Sheepdog and our heartfelt allegiance to the Sheltie Nation! 
Kelly
Administrator
Being human, sometimes what we've experienced or found is in contradiction and there are a few sparks. But at heart, beneath it all, lies our love of the Shetland Sheepdog and our heartfelt allegiance to the Sheltie Nation!
So very well said Chris!!!!
Folks can get so passionate and forget that we are all here for the same reason!
beckyboo028
Forums Enthusiast
Ok everyone....Dakota is going to the specialist in Charlotte at 9:45 am in the morning. We are actually dreading it but know it is best for Dakota. He actually played quite a deal with me and True today. He loves for people to chase him...and True can do enough chasing for everyone 
They said tommorow will be the initial visit...but did not want him eating after 10:00 p.m. We were wondering why he needed to fast if it is just the inital visit.
My parents actually took Dakota in 8-9 months ago because he was straining to use the bathroom. The vet who saw him (not our regular vet...he was out of town...there are 2 in the office) did a rectal exam and told my dad it was really tight and she pulled out some blood. She diagnosed him with a swollen prostate. Really aggravated that she neglected to go into more depth on the exam...but we are passed blame now. Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I will update as I know tomm. Say prayers and keep your fingers crossed.
They said tommorow will be the initial visit...but did not want him eating after 10:00 p.m. We were wondering why he needed to fast if it is just the inital visit.
My parents actually took Dakota in 8-9 months ago because he was straining to use the bathroom. The vet who saw him (not our regular vet...he was out of town...there are 2 in the office) did a rectal exam and told my dad it was really tight and she pulled out some blood. She diagnosed him with a swollen prostate. Really aggravated that she neglected to go into more depth on the exam...but we are passed blame now. Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. I will update as I know tomm. Say prayers and keep your fingers crossed.