Histoplamosis or Cancer in Shelby's lung?

[Cindy]

I am so sorry about the cancer

You should ask your vet about palliative chemo and radiation.
Depending on the cancer type, they are used at smaller doses/less often than the doses Gavin had. They can make his time a little more comfortable (they don't usually prolong life by much, although they can). Dogs tolerate chemo really well, btw.

The decision to do full on surgery and radiation is much more involved than a simple 'go for it'. Don't be afraid to get a second opinion and definitely go to a specialist (oncologist). And ask for numbers on survival lengths and percentages. A local university with a vet department usually has better opportunities, too, and access to trials.

 

[Cara Sandler]

I am so sorry about the cancer

You should ask your vet about palliative chemo and radiation.
Depending on the cancer type, they are used at smaller doses/less often than the doses Gavin had. They can make his time a little more comfortable (they don't usually prolong life by much, although they can). Dogs tolerate chemo really well, btw.

The decision to do full on surgery and radiation is much more involved than a simple 'go for it'. Don't be afraid to get a second opinion and definitely go to a specialist (oncologist). And ask for numbers on survival lengths and percentages. A local university with a vet department usually has better opportunities, too, and access to trials.

I second the motion for trials. I work in pharmaceutical research, and clinical trials can many times offer hope and prolong good quality of life.

 

[Daisy1015]

I am so sorry. This hits way to close to home for me, it has only been five months. Was it a single mass or multiple smAll? A single mass is indicative of cancer that started in lungs and may not have spread. Although he is one who saw what it looked like and any other symptoms or And knows the stats better. I feel terrible for you. Wish i could be of more help