Zeus went today for his third chemo and for x-rays of the lungs.  Could not do chemo because his WBC count was too low, so we have rescheduled for next Friday.

Unfortunately, the lung x-rays showed a spot about half the size of a dime.  Some of you may recall that upon OSA diagnosis the day before Thanksgiving we had a CT Scan of the lungs which showed a small "suspicious" spot.  It was so small at the time that our vet acknowledged that it probably would not have shown on an x-ray.  Now that spot has grown enough that it is visable on an x-ray.  That, of course, disappoints us.  But surprisingly, I was thankful.  We knew from that CT that mets were probable and I was relieved that it is still only one spot.  Dr. R said the rest of the lungs are clear.  He recommended continuing with the remaining four chemo treatments and follow-up x-rays with consideration of the metronomic protocol if mets continue to advance.

So, not the best news.  But, not the worst news as I was terrified that there would be numerous mets.  Here's to hoping that my baby can hold the mets at bay.

Thanks for listening,

Lisa and Zeus

Stay strong!! At least it wasn't the terrible news you were worried you would get, with your love im sure Zeus will hold them at bay.

Sarah and Kayla

This sounds very similar to our situation. Our initial xray at the vet's office (pre amp) showed nothing. After our 3rd chemo treatment there was a lone small spot – so small the radiologist didn't think it was a met, but our onc did. 3 months later another xray confirmed it was indeed a met – but it stayed The Lone Met for a long time, like 6 months. From the time that first little suspicious spot was seen, we had over a year with Abby!

You are right – it isn't good news, but one met is not terrible. He could still live a long time with that met! Or – it could go away. I know of a few dogs (2 of them on tripawds) whose mets went away. There's still lots of hope and still lots of good days ahead with your boy.

(Note – we did the same as was recommended to you – finished out the chemo and then went to MP. If you have any detailed questions about what we did, you can always PM me.)

Give Zeus a hug from me and a nose-poke from BunnyRita (she's not a big kisser like Abby was!),

Jackie, Angel Abby & MBBunny Rita's mom

Sorry your news wasn't great, but you've still got plenty of time to love on that boy! I'm sure Zeus has the spirit and strength (especially because you've got his back) to fight this thing for a good long time.

Our best to you and your boy,

Rio's momma

Stay tough Zeus!!  And yes, not the greatest news, but as you said, not the worst either.  Our Max had mets for about 3 months before he started showing any signs of them (besides the x-rays).  Zeus can still have a great quality of life!  Now we just need to get those WBCs in check!! 

We are doing the "Cancer Away" chanting and dancing the jig – Hope it keeps any more stupid mints from heading your way and it makes the one go away……

With a name like Zeus…..this pup has to be tough!

Kick cancer in the ….bleep….

Lisa,

So glad that Zeus is happy!!  How encouraging!  I don't like hearing about those nasty mets and *%# cancer.  Lucy and I hope Zeus stays strong and you have many more happy times together!

Mary and Lucy