LLEF
Member Since 2011
Good evening Lantus Land!!! Marje and Gracie here writing on behalf of LLEF (Lantus Land Emergency Fund).
LLEF is running a fundraiser for Jupiter and Jamie. As you know, Jupiter has developed a growth on his foot which often bleeds quite a bit. Jamie thought it was an abscess and knew he needed to see a vet. LLEF paid for the initial vet visit which resulted in a diagnosis by the vet that it was a "small mass/tumor". The vet attempted to aspirate it for cells to examine but only got blood. Further, the vet stated the mass needs to be removed right away because it is growing quickly. If they wait, there will be too much skin that will have to also be excised and she will not be able to just stitch it closed. The procedure needs to be done under anesthesia and the tumor will be sent for a biopsy to determine if it is benign or malignant. Jupiter is currently on antibiotics until the procedure as the vet wants to be sure any infection is gone before surgery. The procedure is set for July 18th.
Jamie has done a wonderful job managing Jupiter's diabetes especially with her own health being compromised. Jupiter is currently earning reductions and his BGs are staying in the normal range. Jamie is very, very devoted to his care regardless of the effects it has on her own health. She is a daily LL poster and is supportive of all other members especially new members who are scared and still reeling from the initial shock of the FD diagnosis.
We hope that everyone in LL who is able to do so will send something to help Jupiter's ongoing costs for medications, the surgery and biopsy, and any possible future vet bills.
All donations are very gratefully accepted. No amount is too small to make a difference in Jupiter's treatment and recovery. Please send your donations via Paypal to LLEF4kitties @ gmail.com. Please indicate your FDMB user name in your comments. Please contact Linda and Bear Man by PM if you would prefer to donate by check.
All of us on the LLEF Committee thank you in advance for your generosity and support in helping one of our own.
LLEF is running a fundraiser for Jupiter and Jamie. As you know, Jupiter has developed a growth on his foot which often bleeds quite a bit. Jamie thought it was an abscess and knew he needed to see a vet. LLEF paid for the initial vet visit which resulted in a diagnosis by the vet that it was a "small mass/tumor". The vet attempted to aspirate it for cells to examine but only got blood. Further, the vet stated the mass needs to be removed right away because it is growing quickly. If they wait, there will be too much skin that will have to also be excised and she will not be able to just stitch it closed. The procedure needs to be done under anesthesia and the tumor will be sent for a biopsy to determine if it is benign or malignant. Jupiter is currently on antibiotics until the procedure as the vet wants to be sure any infection is gone before surgery. The procedure is set for July 18th.
Jamie has done a wonderful job managing Jupiter's diabetes especially with her own health being compromised. Jupiter is currently earning reductions and his BGs are staying in the normal range. Jamie is very, very devoted to his care regardless of the effects it has on her own health. She is a daily LL poster and is supportive of all other members especially new members who are scared and still reeling from the initial shock of the FD diagnosis.
We hope that everyone in LL who is able to do so will send something to help Jupiter's ongoing costs for medications, the surgery and biopsy, and any possible future vet bills.
All donations are very gratefully accepted. No amount is too small to make a difference in Jupiter's treatment and recovery. Please send your donations via Paypal to LLEF4kitties @ gmail.com. Please indicate your FDMB user name in your comments. Please contact Linda and Bear Man by PM if you would prefer to donate by check.
All of us on the LLEF Committee thank you in advance for your generosity and support in helping one of our own.
Jupiter's eyes look so soulful. Thanks for posting it for her, Carl.