My poor dog.....UPDATE

Blueyed228

Is in surgery right now. 

She is getting a growth removed from her mouth that may or may not be cancer.  If its cancer, they will have to remove part of her jaw and put a plate in.  We thought a few rounds of antibiotics would take care of it 2 weeks ago, but it didnt so here we are.

Im worried about her.  She is an old lady and going under anesthesia is dangerous.

Anxiously awaiting the call that she is done and everything is ok.

UPDATE:
Got the call.  She did great and is waking up now.  They will send the lump out to be biopsied(sp?).  They cut out most of it and burned off the rest.  I cant wait to go pick her up as soon as she fully wakes up!

[Deleted User]

Aw, poor girl. What kind of dog? Hopefully your vet did tests to make sure she could handle anesthesia. When I bring my cat in for dental work they test him since he's old too (14).

I've found that the older dogs get, the more likely they are to develop growths. But a lot of the time they're nothing more than that, so I'm sure your dog will be fine.

sarahmk5

I'm sorry.  I know what you're going through.  My dog had breast cancer, and she was old.  She survived her surgeries for the cancer - she was just very weak for a couple days afterwards.  She lived really well for a good 2-3 years after her diagnosis.  I hope everything goes well for your dog.

kd.joseph

Sending good thoughts. We just had to do a similar thing with our dog who is also older. And she was fine.
Let us know how it goes.

jasmineh7777

Oh poor Gia! I'll say a prayer to St. Francis for you.
Dogs are pretty resilient. Don't worry too much; I'm sure the vet will take excellent care of her.

Blueyed228

Thanks girls.

Sheshat:  I know you are not a fan, but she is a pit-bull. 

Im sure it will be fine, I am just being a worry wort.  Ill let you all know how it turns out.  This waiting game sucks.

september's bride

Jasmine - did your kitty end up coming home?

[Deleted User]

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[QUOTE]Thanks girls. Sheshat:  I know you are not a fan, but she is a pit-bull.  Im sure it will be fine, I am just being a worry wort.  Ill let you all know how it turns out.  This waiting game sucks.
Posted by Blueyed228[/QUOTE]

That's right, I remember you saying that now. I swear I have the worst memory. And it's not that I'm not a fan, I'm just more cautious around them. I think pitbulls are gorgeous dogs, I'm just less likely to cuddle up to one than I am, say, my dad's boxer (who is quite possibly the dumbest dog alive but is so sweet it doesn't matter).

How long is the surgery supposed to last? Are they calling you right after, or when she wakes up?

[Deleted User]

September--how are you doing, if you don't mind me asking? I was thinking about you and hoping you were okay about your kitty.

Blueyed228

Yeah she is a sweetheart and a big cuddler.  I swear she thinks she is a lap dog, lol.

They said they are going to call between 1-3.  They will let me know if I can take her home today or not.

She got spayed as an adult (7) and did fine.  She will be 9 next week.  They have a life span of about 12-14 if they are in good health.  I am just glad they are taking care of it.  She has been uncomfortable for some time now with it.  Her pain tolerance is very high, but she has been yelping when you touch her face, so I know she has been in alot of pain.

[Deleted User]

Big dogs always think they are lap dogs. My dad's boxer always tries to lay on you, and he is a huge dog that probably weighs close to what I do.

And yeah, it's good to be taking care of it now rather than later. I remember a dog at the vet that had a tumor on the very back of her tongue and the owner refused to do the surgery because of the cost since it wasn't cancerous. But the poor thing nearly gagged every time she ate. I don't get people who ignore when their pets are in need of medical attention. I freak if my cat gets a little scratch.

BecW2be

Poor dog! I hope everything ends up ok.

september's bride

Seshat, thanks for asking. I'm doing as well as I can be, less than 24 hours after her passing. I've been sporadically bawling my eyes out, but I know in my heart that it will get better and that we did the right thing.

Blueyed228

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[QUOTE]Big dogs always think they are lap dogs. My dad's boxer always tries to lay on you, and he is a huge dog that probably weighs close to what I do. And yeah, it's good to be taking care of it now rather than later. I remember a dog at the vet that had a tumor on the very back of her tongue and <strong><u>the owner refused to do the surgery because of the cost since it wasn't cancerous</u></strong>. But the poor thing nearly gagged every time she ate. I don't get people who ignore when their pets are in need of medical attention. I freak if my cat gets a little scratch.
Posted by Seshat411[/QUOTE]

That makes me so sick.  I feel once you get a pet, you assume all costs involved.  This is gonna cost between 550-780 today, but I didnt even think twice.

Here it is a crime if you do not get your pet medical attention if they need it.  The ASPCA will take your animal, fine you, and you face jail time.  If you cannot afford it, all you have to do is sign your pet over to them and they will pay for it and find them a good home afterwards without prosecution.  There is really no excuse.

colsta

Poor girl. Hope she is okay. I'm sure she's a tough old girl and will do fine.

Blueyed228

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[QUOTE]Seshat, thanks for asking. I'm doing as well as I can be, less than 24 hours after her passing. I've been sporadically bawling my eyes out, but I know in my heart that it will get better and that we did the right thing.
Posted by september's bride[/QUOTE]

Im really sorry about your kitty........

[Deleted User]

Understandable, September. I still sporadically cry over my cat that passed away 4 years ago, especially when I go home and see her gravemarker. But you're right, you did the right thing and now she's in peace, pain free. But I'm still sorry for your loss.

september's bride

Thanks, girls. I just said to someone on E that it seems like nobody on earth can possibly imagine what I'm going through, but yet, someone always does.

deepcovejackie

Awww, so sorry about your kitty, September.  And Blue, my best healing vibes to your loved furry one.

katiewhompus

Aw September I'm sorry to hear about your kitty. My ratties passed away over a year ago and I still cry every time I think/talk about them.

Lots of good thoughts heading your way Blue. Katie goes in for a dental cleaning next week and I am terrified because she's 11 and a breed that normally goes until 13. The vet ran tests and said she's healthy enough, but I wouldn't be able to handle it if something happened to her on my dad's birthday, and right after we get back from vacation.

Let us know how it turned out. My ratties went through a lot of surgeries for tumors, and it's definitely worth it, even if they are not cancerous or malignant.

ohwhynot

Aw, I'm sorry, Blue.  I hope she has a quick recovery and her tests are benign.  Hang in there - she's a lucky dog to have such a caring owner. 

future-mrs

Aw, sending good thoughts your way.  Having a pet at the vet is nerve wracking!  My cats are totally my kids.

[Deleted User]

Sending doggie hugs to your little one.

PetraStonegirl

Blue- sending good thoughts to you and your doggie. I'm glad she has a caring owner.

September- I'm sorry you had to face the decision that you had to make, but knowing you saved your kitty more pain will help you heal, in time. I faced the same decision with my Layla and it sucked for a while, but the thing that got me through was knowing I had made the right decision, at the right time. 

betrothed123

YAY for the update!  I'm glad she came out of it alright.

DebbieSue1985

The damn dog is old.  Put it to sleep already instead of putting the fuucking dog through hell.

Whine, whine, whine.

Blueyed228

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[QUOTE]The damn dog is old.  Put it to sleep already instead of putting the fuucking dog through hell. Whine, whine, whine.
Posted by DebbieSue1985[/QUOTE]

Really troll?  Nice try though.  Im sure I can figure out who you really are.

DebbieSue1985

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: My poor dog.....UPDATE : Really troll?  Nice try though.  Im sure I can figure out who you really are.
Posted by Blueyed228[/QUOTE]

LOL on the troll!
Plus it is a pit bull.... need I say more.

allisong23

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[QUOTE]The damn dog is old.  Put it to sleep already instead of putting the fuucking dog through hell. Whine, whine, whine.
Posted by DebbieSue1985[/QUOTE]

Who invited the Cunty cu-nt breath?

MarriedInAFever

Lame AND over the line, Debbie McTrollSuck.

Blue, glad your pup is doing ok and you can pick her up soon.

[Deleted User]

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[QUOTE]The damn dog is old.  Put it to sleep already instead of putting the fuucking dog through hell. Whine, whine, whine.
Posted by DebbieSue1985[/QUOTE]

Good trolls are usually a bit more subtle than this when they start posting. Bless your heart.