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Here is my contribution: DAMN!
I read your blog post earlier. I'm so glad you took Dozer to the beach and you could enjoy time together in somewhat of a blissful ignorance.
Take your cue from that trip and make everyday Dozer's best day from now on. During that trip you weren't worried about the future- try and put it out of your mind now.
Once I came to grips with the fact that I couldn't treat Maggie's second cancer, oral melanoma, there was just a little bit of stress removed. It's kind of hard to explain, and I think it is what Jerry is talking about above. I knew our time was short, and I new there was no fighting it. Our friend Laura (of invisible Jack) once posted that there would be no more bad news, that is sort of how I felt. No more trips to the oncologist, no decisions to make about trying a new treatment. Just me and the Pug Girls making the most of every day together.
Karen and Spirit Maggie
I felt the same as Karen and Jerry. It is a hard time in many ways, but there is also a sense of peace, knowing you dont have to "fight" anymore.
Thinking of you guys and wishing you that sense of peace,
Jackie
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
today is a better day for me mentally. the dissappointment that everything we have done didn't work is still there. because of my nature i will always wonder and think what if. but feel like i have done everything right by dozer. he has been waking be up about 4 am the last few weeks for various reasons. this morning we had a moment. i know you all understand when your dog tells you they know what's going on and they are okay. i know he doesn't have the 2 months the vet said on friday. he has gotten so much weaker in the past 2 days. he barks and whines until i am next to him trying to fugure out what he wants..food, water, etc. to figure out he just wants to lay his head in my lap. so sweet and sad too, he's still trying to take care of me. we are currently in the front yard as dozer has to drink out of the "magic" water bowl. the one inside isn't good enough, gotta love their quirks.
yes the stress over appointments, chemo, supplements, and side effects is over. there is peace in that.
i have had dogs my whole life. dozer is my fourth saint. but i have never had one die of cancer, so i have been blessed that way. what makes it so hard is dozer is one of "those dogs" for me. the special ones people make monuments for. not only has he enriched my life but of everyone that has met or read about him, he has a huge facebook fanclub between my page and my husband's. this was a dog that was considered usless and going to get a bullet in the head. he has made rounds at the hospital with me and is such a favorite that repeat patients and their famlies ask me where or how he is and if he is coming by. he even changed administration's opinion about pet therapy in the hospital. not to mention what he has done for big dog's reputation and awareness about puppy mills.
i know i am not alone in my grief. thanks everyone for knowing where i am coming from and guiding me through. your responses are precious to me.
Oh my, I just read Dozer's story. What a special one he is. There are times I feel cheated because we did not get the hoped for extra time with Shadow. The biggest lesson I have taken from our journey is love is timeless. We still love him but more importantly he loved us each moment he was here and we treasured each day with him. It doesn't take away the sadness. Dozer is living in the moment and you are with him. It sound like the two of you have it figured out.
Wishing you a beautiful day together.
heather & spirit shadow
Just a note to let you know that we are thinking of you and Dozer.......
Suzie and Rizzo
Jack Russell born in 2001. Mast cell cancer found Dec 2009 and right rear amputation. Five rounds of chemo done before all treatment stopped. Living life to the fullest!! Read my story at http://rizzo.tripawds.com
Oh sweet Dozer. I hope you'll have more time than you think, but I know you'll both make the most of whatever time is left. We are thinking of you and sending our best pawsitive thoughts your way!
Jackie, Angel Abby & MBBunny Rita
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
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