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Cocker Specific Discussion => Health => Topic started by: fi61 on October 15, 2004, 12:52:00 PM

Title: Cancer
Post by: fi61 on October 15, 2004, 12:52:00 PM

My 14 year old dog, Benji, has been diagnosed with a tumour in his nose.  The first sign was constant sneezing.  My vet says he will probably only have a couple of months to live and will start getting nose bleeds.  I am devasted and feel I am mourning him while he is still alive.  Does anyone know about this type of cancer and when I can expect the nose bleeds  to start.

Title: Cancer
Post by: lizzy on October 15, 2004, 12:56:59 PM

I'm sorry, I can't be of any help, I've never heard of this, but I just wanted to say you were in my thoughts at this sad time, sending you a hug, take care.

Title: Cancer
Post by: Terriw1957 on October 15, 2004, 01:14:04 PM

Sorry have never heard of this but my thoughts are with you enjoy the time you have together, we took loads of photos and video clips in Peeno's last few days and still smile every time we see them

Have a look at this web page and hopefully you may get some answers
www.minstervet.com :(  

Title: Cancer
Post by: suzysu on October 15, 2004, 02:16:39 PM

Oh bless him - that must be devastating for you.  Lots of love and cuddles are in order and I think Terri's idea of taking lots of piccys is great.  Take care xxx

Title: Cancer
Post by: Silver Surfer (indiesnan) on October 15, 2004, 02:39:47 PM

I'm so sorry to hear the sad news about your boy.  :( You must be devasted, enjoy the time you have with  him and like Terri says, take loads of videos and piccies of him. Take care xx  ((( hugs )))

Title: Cancer
Post by: Sheryl on October 15, 2004, 03:06:45 PM

Thats terrible news.  I am so sorry for you.  

Sheryl Holly and Chloe xx

Title: Cancer
Post by: taniac on October 15, 2004, 03:53:05 PM

Poor Benji, enjoy your time with him and remember the good times you have had together.  I hope that when the time comes for him to go to rainbow bridge that he goes in peace.  :(  

Title: Cancer
Post by: Pipers Mummy on October 15, 2004, 04:45:09 PM

What very sad news.  Like everyone else has said try and enjoy your time with him as much as you can.

Thinking about you at this time.

Louise

Title: Cancer
Post by: Shirley on October 15, 2004, 04:58:15 PM

What an awful shock - you must be devastated  :( .  Like Barb said, videos and pics of Benji sounds like a good idea. My thoughts are with you and your family.  

Title: Cancer
Post by: Tracey J on October 15, 2004, 08:31:27 PM

What terrible news to be given :( .  I, too, can be of no help to you, but my thoughts are with you.  Enjoy your time with him.

Title: Cancer
Post by: Bellbellsmum on October 15, 2004, 10:50:36 PM

:( So sorry to hear your awful news, you must be devastated.  I had a friend with a GSD who had a tumor on his nose. it was a sore which didnt heal.  It took a long time for the end to come and when it did it was peacefully in his sleep. His quality of life was excellent even at the end.  He just got slower and sleepier.

When I lost my beloved lab, Pepper, to toxic shock after being spayed it was quick and with no warning.  I would have given anything to have known those were going to be her last days. I would have made loads of vid and took loads of pics of her, and made a huge fuss of her.  As it was she went to the vets for observation and never came back.  I never even had a chance to say goodbye.

Try to take some comfort from the fact that you will at least have that with your little fellow.  Spoil him and enjoy the time you have left together.  It's devastating and heartbreaking, but also a precious and momentous time in your relationship.  Savour every minute left and then you will have wonderful memories to look back on.

I hope I havent made you feel worse  :(   big hugs and kisses. Again, so sorry.

 

Title: Cancer
Post by: PennyB on October 16, 2004, 12:11:41 AM

So sorry to hear your sad news.

Title: Cancer
Post by: Magic Star on October 16, 2004, 09:40:33 AM

:( Sorry, what awful news. :(  

Title: Cancer
Post by: bluesmum on October 16, 2004, 10:01:22 AM

I'm so sorry for your devastating news, my thought are with you.  :(  

Title: Cancer
Post by: Lindaphills on October 16, 2004, 12:24:44 PM

I can't imagine how you must be feeling, I'm so sorry for you.  Sending big hugs to you and your family :(  

Title: Cancer
Post by: charlie771 on October 16, 2004, 04:34:32 PM

I'm sorry to hear your sad news  :(

My thoughts are with you.

Title: Cancer
Post by: Luvly on October 16, 2004, 08:05:03 PM

 :luv:
 

Title: Cancer
Post by: Hel on October 16, 2004, 10:13:24 PM

I've not heard of cancer of the nose in cockers.

Very sorry to hear this.  What does your vet say it is?

Title: Cancer
Post by: JoHarborne on October 18, 2004, 09:42:26 AM

What awful news.  I'm so sorry.  I would follow some of the good advice offered here before me and spoil little Benji rotten!  His favourite walks, lots of cuddles - so when he does leave you, there is no doubt in his mind or yours, that you loved him with all your heart.  Cherish your time together xxx

 

Title: Cancer
Post by: Wendy G on October 18, 2004, 03:24:40 PM

So sorry to hear about your Dog.I had a Jack Russell who had cancer in his nose.
He actually started off sneezing and spraying blood from his nostrils, as he appeared to be hitting his nose on the floor when he sneezed I  thought at first that it was this that was causing the bleeding, but after a visit to the vets I was told that it was a tumour. This all happened two years ago so I cannot remember exactly, but I believe that he actually lived for approx. 6 months. It was only when his face actually swelled up that I had to put him to sleep. He was 20 years old and had been part of our family for 14 of them so he had lived an extremely good life ( he was even playing "tug of war" with his lead ,when on the table at the Vets
whilst she was preparing the injection).
I know it is hard to lose a dog, you never get used to it, but try to think of all the good times, and the good home and love that you provided.

Best Wishes
Wendy