Hi everyone.  I just thought I'd share something with the community.  I found something on my male boxer's leg.  About a week and a half ago I decided that I was going to start checking all my dogs out on occasion so I would know if things were changing.  Well, on Dakota's left, front leg I found knots.  I thought maybe I was crazy because I've read all your stories and been through Roxy's cancer, that every little thing worries me now.  So I decided to just watch it for a little bit.  But I think it's changing, so I'm going to call my vet as soon as she opens this morning.  I'm just sick.  After Ted and Mary got the second blow with Buddy's diagnosis I thought how does one family get hit with this twice in such a short period of time, and more importantly how do they stay sane.  Well, I might be finding out exactly how.  Hopefully I'm overreacting, hopefully I'm imagining the change in his leg.  But if not, the only comfort I have is knowing basically what to expect.  If it is worst case scenario at least I won't be scared of the amputation this time around.  The only difference in the two is Dakota is literally twice Roxy's weight at 84 lbs, so I think some things will be more difficult. 

Anyway, just wanted to share.  I'll keep you updated as I get information. 

Leslie

Roxy, Dakota and Kali's Mom

Thanks everyone.  I called the vet.  I'm taking him in Monday morning.  I just called and said I found a lump on my dogs leg and needed it checked out, she asked my name and I said "It's Roxy's Mom".  That's all I need to say anymore.  She just said "Oh no."  I'll let you know how it goes Monday morning.

Karen, I saw your signature "Karen and the pugapalooza" somewhere.  I like it!

Leslie, We're re sending lots of positive thoughts your way!

Brett and Fortis

Pawsitive thoughts coming from across the border. It's soooooo hard not to be suspicious of every little thing when you've been through the cancer mill. Hopefully its nothing serious. Keeping our paws crossed for good news on Monday.

Laura and Tai

Leslie,

I really really hope that this is nothing.  I think we can all totally relate to your worries about this. That's what this awful disease does to us emotionally.  My other golden Kobe just turned 2 and I worry now that he's going to get cancer too.  I'm also feeling for lumps and then I think, but wait a minute he can't get cancer yet- he's only 2.    

We'll be keeping our paws crossed for you and Dakota that it's a big fat nothing but an overreaction.

Kami (Mackenzie & Kobe's Mom)