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Kiki Update:
She had her cardio consult + an echo done yesterday (she was able to make a cancellation list at the vca here in sd) & unfortunately we were told that switching to the Doxorubicin Chemotherapy would not be the best route of treatment for her because she has a leaky heart valve, she would be at risk for cardiomyopathy. Her cardiologist is going to contact her oncologist to go over other possible options for a new treatment plan. All of this sounds so horrible and scary, but then I look at Kiara's face & still see so much hope & light in her. She's such a gift to our family. I'll never give up this fight for her. She saved me, I just wanna save her.❣️🐾
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Ugh I'm so sorry. But honestly, what I have heard about Doxorubicin is that it is harsh when compared with newer therapies.
This is so strange that there is a shortage of carboplatin. Another member is sailing right through treatment in another state. Ugh!
While you wait, if it's any comfort at all know that with or without chemo, there are no guarantees. Sure, statistically she has a better chance of longevity by having the treatments. But honestly we've seen things go either way with dogs who did or did not have chemo. So try not to let the delay get you down. You will find a way, and right now the best medicine for her is your devotion and love 
How is she doing otherwise?
This is not what you wanted to hear. Cannot stress enough thpugh what Jerry said. The. Doxorubicin can often I've a harsh a treatment and has to be stoppeanuway sometimes. It's good that your Onco wouldn't proceed until you had the go...or no go...from the Cardiologist.
As Jerry said, no guarantees one way or another with chemo. Regretably today a member just discovered going in for the third Carboplatin her pup has mets .
I did some "googling" about the shortage and couldn't quite determine if it was "Regional' as opposed to across the country. Where do you live? I'm sure your Onco is checking out all possivle sources for the number of treatments Kiki needs.
Seems like it would be a possibility to get the Carboplatin from an Onco where there is not a shortage and where a dog could take the Doxorubicin in lieu of the Carbo because that dog didn't have heart issues. Maybe your regular Veterinarian could help facilitate that process. Just throwing oit some thought FWIW.
Nope, no need to give up at all! And your Warrior Kiki sure isn't giving up!! Nor are we!!! Keep is updated, okay?
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Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Hi friends!! Her Oncologist called us today to discuss what the cardio reported to her & we decided that Kiki will try Eperubicin (it’s in the family of the Dox. but is more heart friendly/still likely to cause GI discomfort) so Kiki will take meds for that day of chemo too & the following days for about 5 days just to be safe and keep her tummy comfy. Fingers crossed she’ll take it like a champ as she’s done with every other hurdle that’s come our way. In the meantime, they’re still asking around to other vets and clinics in San Diego & no one has Carbo. Her Dr. feels good knowing that Kiki at least had her first dose of chemo w. The carbo. I have high hopes for her. We won’t know the number of treatment rounds of the new chemo she’ll have or if they’ll be 3-4 weeks apart yet. We’ll know more after she has this next round. Besides that she is doing soooo incredible, we finally let her older cousin come visit & they’ve been cuddling & napping together like crazy. She’s been playing with her toys a lot & we just got her a 5tier staircase so that she can finally come up and down my bed and she is getting her bearings down but she can go up and down pretty well! We’ve just been giving her all the lovins & she soaks it alllll up. Lol. Thank you guys so much for your kindhearted and honest responses. My husband & I are forever greatful for our new pawent friends. We’ll keep you guys updated. 🐾❣️❣️❣️
Thanks for the update and sharing the path forward....and it sounds like a good one👍 Onward and upward!.
It made me smile to know Kiki had a good playdate with her cousin. And I know shenos thrilled to be able to reclaim her space on the bed. Getting back to normal routines is healing for her Soul.
Glad you are feeling better about having a plan now. Keep is posted and let us know how she's doing once the treatment is started. Sounds like the Onco is covering all bases to keep side effects, of any, to a minimum.
Hugs
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
You sound really upbeat, I'm glad you and your vet could work out a plan to keep the momentum going. It's so weird how fast that shortage happened. I'm sorry you guys are going through this but what a relief to find something you can try.
I've never heard of that drug so it will be a learning experience for us all. Who knows, maybe this will be THE protocol that really knocks cancer to the moon and works for other dogs too!
What a smart girl for using those stairs. If you get a chance, post a pic/video so we can see her KICKING BUTT!
LOTS of pawsitivity and joy coming your way for smooth sailing. Keep us posted!
Hi,
Jerry pointed me towards this post. I'm an old-time member. I resurfaced because two weeks ago I joined the oncology department of a veterinary hospital here in the mid-west. We are also dealing with a carbo shortage. I know the doctors at my hospital are scrambling trying to prioritize and figure things out. I feel bad you and Kiki are impacted by this. I do know that there are lots of options and things to try and it sounds like Kiki has a strong spirit.
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