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:YMSIGH: I went to the vet to get Bailey T4 tested to determine if his methimazole dose needed changing and to look at a lump under Twigie's armpit. That lump and some others the vet found were aspirated and looked at under a microscope. The conclusion is that Twigie has mammary cancer. It is in both mammary chains. Based on the locations, size and how fast they grew, surgery would prolong her life for only a little if any addition time. Chemotherapy is also not very successful. I am so saddened. I have only been caring for Twigie for about 1 1/2 years. She was a breeder kitty and was spayed late in life.
 
So sorry to here about Twigie's diagnosis. That's rough to deal with. Our paws are crossed for you.
 
Larry, I'm so sorry. I know she is in the best possible place and will be showered with love and comfort during this time.
 
Larry,

I am so sorry to hear of Twige's diagnosis. I hope that you can spend some quality time together.

Judy, Jake, & Civvie Boomer & Emma the beagle
 
Larry,

I am so sorry for Twigie's diagnosis. I remember talking with you about taking her.

Just about the time you took Twigie, I lost my Jezebel to mammary cancer She was an FIV+ stray that I had taken in with a litter (not her first). Before my vet would spay her (lactating, you know), she got pregnant and had another litter. This time she got spayed, but I have really no idea how old she was.

I'm sure you will be able to provide palliative care for her. If I can help, please let me know.

Claudia
 
((( Larry )))

I'm so sorry to see this. I remember when you took her in. Sweet thing was so lucky to have found you and I know you'll nurse her through this as best you can.
 
Oh Larry I'm sorry, when you hear this it always puts our own situation into perspective. Heartfelt prayers being sent to you and Twiggy!
 
((Larry)) Prayers to you and Twigie during this difficult time. I am sure she is feeling nothing but the love you surround her with.
 
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I am so sorry you have gotten this diagnosis for Twigie.. bad news. :cry: I am sending many cyber hugs and hoping that you can have some more quality time together.
 
meowzi has survived mammary cancer. i'd PM WCF about it. i think she's one of the real stars of this board. (((Hugs)))
 
:cry: oh that's devastating. i'm just heartbroken when i hear this. i pray for the strength to get thru tom's health issue's. if he presented me with this larry, i don't know how'd i'd do it. sorry seems so little to say at this time..i am very sorry tho'.
lori
 
I am so sorry big hugs to you and your poor little girl.. Just think of the the great life you have given her ....
Kathy and Jack
 
Larry i am so sorry to hear about Twigie.
You have took in so many little ones and gave them a happy home.
I wish i knew how to help you. You have been there for all of us so many times!
 
I had one of my lovely torties pass over the rainbow this spring from this however I have another 13 yr old Wisp that has it and has had it for over 1 1/2 yrs I switched her to low carb food and she gained weight and looks great. Just had a physical /check up at Vet on saturday and the growth is slow. I offer cold and warm compresses for Wisp. If she wants to stay on my lap she will and then purr if she doesn't she will hop down. I leave heated bed for her and sometimes offer a cold pack with a towel over it.. if that makes her feel better. I'm interested in talking to whomever Chriscleo mentioned had a cat with the same thing.. interested in learning more... with my tortie I didn't know enough and waited too long..I regret it so the more I know what to expect the more I can give to Wisp for her quality of life. ..when there are more bad days than good then is also when i'll know.. Thanks..

both of my females were spayed later in life as well.

***Give, give and give some more..all the love you can and when it comes down to it.. "it isn't the length of time spent but the quality of the time given." I'm so sorry for the diagnoses.
 
I am so sorry to see this.....sad news it is. Twigie is so lucky to have you and be in your loving home. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
 
I'm sorry to hear this, Larry. Did you do chest x-rays? I would do this right away if you haven't. If you have digital x-rays you are welcome to send them to me FWIW. I would consider an onco consult, if the chest x-rays are clear, to discuss the risk/benefit of surgery and to discuss palliative treatment.
 
Larry, my heart is breaking for Twigie's diagnosis.... I'm so very sorry to hear this. You are such a special person in the life of our FDMB board. You give so much to your kitties and to all of us who receicve your carring posts. I'm hugging you tightly with my cyber arms.

I pray that your Girl has so very much more time with you. Then please tell her where she'll be going and give her the names of our little ones who are there waiting for her. I know my Charlie would love to show her the ropes.

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Here is the hardest poem I ever wrote... and then needed myself.

The Decision
©2005 by Carol Notermann

I know I couldn’t do it, I know I’m selfish as can be
Oh Lord please do not leave the decision up to me.
You know how much I love him. You know how much I care
I simply couldn’t do it, and I know that it’s not fair.

He trusts me when it’s shot time, he trusts me to be wise
To give him the dose that’s needed. I see it in his eyes.
I’ve promised him that I will always do my very best,
But Lord please don’t have me decide, it’s time for him to rest.

But Lord if there should come a day when all he has is pain.
And I see that all our medicine won’t give him a life again.
Then let me hold him one last time, let him be with me.
Let me kiss his little head, and help me to set him free.
 
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