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Nightfall
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Atari isn't doing well. She was diagnosed with cancer today. I can't afford full blown cancer treatment so for she's on antinausea so she'll stop throwing up her food and steroids to help reduce lymphnode swelling just trying to keep her comfortable. They don't let the owners in the vet office due to covid so they relayed info back and forth via phone, I pretty much just sat in my car the whole time trying not to fully break down in front of all the other cars sitting outside.

We're back home and she seems like herself still so that's good. Hopefully the meds will allow her to keep eating. Hard to pin down a time frame, could be weeks could be months or who knows.

If she starts keeping food down like normal I'm going to give her her first ever steak all to herself. Any other cool ideas she'd be stoked on that you normally don't let dogs do?
afterburnt wrote: »
They didn't speak a word of English, they were from South Carolina.

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  • afterburnt
    afterburnt Posts: 7,892
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    :'(
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  • Ricardo
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    Sorry to hear that. Steak is a good idea. My dog loved pizza so I gave him a few slices when he was in his last days.
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  • rooftop59
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    That sucks man. Sorry. Keep her comfortable.
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  • Nightfall
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    When it gets bad I won't.
    afterburnt wrote: »
    They didn't speak a word of English, they were from South Carolina.

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  • Milito
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    Horrible news josh.

    Make this time the best days of her life which it sounds like you're going to do.

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  • Nightfall
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    She's still happy and alert. Took her first steroid a little bit ago and antinausea shot at the vet. I fed her boiled chicken and rice, hasn't thrown it up yet. So far so good.

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    afterburnt wrote: »
    They didn't speak a word of English, they were from South Carolina.

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  • TroyD
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    So sorry to hear this man....
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    sorry to hear.
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  • joecoulson
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    They become our family, sorry bro, that will be tough - spend quality time
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  • Jazzhead
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    Sorry to hear... been down this road before and it is a hard one. Often with animals with cancer they will prescribe prednisone (your steroid?) which can really improve their appetite. We had two black cats, 20-pounders, brothers/twins that both got cancer at the end and we took that opportunity to spoil them with every treat food they ever wanted. They went out in "eating glory" and loved every minute of it. Hopefully your dog will respond well to the meds.
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    Sorry to hear this news. Hoping for the best
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  • muncybob
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    Give her all the love she can handle and then a bit more. I doubt it wll ever make her sick. Hope she and you have many good days ahead.
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  • pglbook
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    Very sorry to hear this. Steak sounds great and don't forget the ice cream for dessert. My (soon to be 14 y/o) chihuahua loves vanilla ice cream. Hope for the best!
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  • gudnoyez
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    Sorry to hear the news, hopefully you both can enjoy the time she still has together. It is hard to let go but when she starts to suffer and her quality of life diminishes help her find her way to doggie heaven. Until that time comes spoil her all you can.
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  • txcoastal1
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    Oh Josh so sorry to hear pal. I know that's your gal and your best friend.
    My heart hurts for you truly.
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    Sorry to hear bro, its never easy. She looks to be a fantastic pup
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    Sorry to hear Josh... Make her as comfortable as possible and when the right time comes you'll both know what is best and she will understand...

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  • Nightfall
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    Jazzhead wrote: »
    Sorry to hear... been down this road before and it is a hard one. Often with animals with cancer they will prescribe prednisone (your steroid?) which can really improve their appetite. We had two black cats, 20-pounders, brothers/twins that both got cancer at the end and we took that opportunity to spoil them with every treat food they ever wanted. They went out in "eating glory" and loved every minute of it. Hopefully your dog will respond well to the meds.

    Yes, Prednisone 20mg. I don't want to fill myself with a bunch of false hope but you wouldn't even know anything is wrong with her anymore. She's fully back to her normal self and begging for food after barely eating for three days, you can see her weight loss in the picture I took today. Whatever happens I'm just so happy she feels good.

    Thank you guys, it means a lot.
    afterburnt wrote: »
    They didn't speak a word of English, they were from South Carolina.

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  • Jazzhead
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    Yes, the change can be dramatic when they start on that drug. Take the opportunity and love her up. It's tough to see a great pet go - they are often better than most people (unconditional love and all that...)
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  • TEAforONE
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    I feel so bad hearing things like this. Enjoy every minute you can with her. And remember,spoil her rotten!!
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  • Toolfan66
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    Sorry to hear this Josh, my heart goes out to you, it’s amazing the bond we get with our furry friends.. Spoil that dog like never before..
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    Josh- I am so sorry to hear. Great looking dog.
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  • BlueBirdMusic
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    It is so difficult to give up pets; each one makes us feel so very good.

    Sorry to hear this sad news.
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  • [Deleted User]
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    I'm glad the treatment is allowing her to eat and feel good, Josh.
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  • vmaxer
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    Sorry to hear this, we have cats and dogs-they are family.
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  • erniejade
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    I am sorry to hear this.
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  • BlueFox
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    That is terrible. Stay strong, and love your friend. She certainly loves you. I have lost both parents, three dogs, and a cat I have had since October 2004 is on her last legs. It never gets easier. Good luck.
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  • starkiller
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    So sorry to hear of this! Ya gonna have to spoil, spoil and spoil some more....our furry buds mean so much to us and they are here such a short time it is never easy...hopefully the meds will make her feel a lot better and the two of you will still get a bunch more time together!
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