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I just updated Rusty's blog with his latest activities and we had some very good news from the vet!
We met with Dr. Macy last week for Rusty’s monthly checkup; the timing was good as Rusty had started coughing and wheezing the last couple of days and we were concerned that the cancer may have spread into his lungs. Great news; the X-Rays showed no sign of cancer in his lungs or abdomen!
Dr. Macy identified the problem as Bronchitis, most likely from swallowing too much pool water or the cooler weather from our recent trip. Rusty is on antibiotics and no swimming forthe next week (ouch!).
Rusty’s bloodwork was pretty much the same as last month, a few readings were a little lower but still within acceptable limits. After the results from the X-Rays
and blood work, Dr. Macy was very pleased that the cancer has not returned (he said that he was anticipating seeing some signs of the cancer spreading) and will keep Rusty on the twice monthly oral Chemo treatments as planned.
The 25th will be his 8th month Ampuversary!
Chuck & Rusty
Rusty is a Labradoodle who was diagnosed with level 3 Fibrosarcoma on January 16th, 2010 and had his left hind leg amputated on January 25th, 2010 five days before his 18 month birthday. Please see Rusty's blog @rusty.tripawds.com. He is putting up one heck of a fight against this terrible disease.
Yay Rusty! Keep up the good work! Happy 10 day early 8 month ampuversary too!! Maybe after the cough is gone you can go swimming again!!
-Chloe's mom
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
Thanks for the update. Wonderful news! Please consider replying to this topic whenever you post future updates to Rusty's blog. (No need to start a new topic each time.) Click the Watch button at bottom so it's always easy to find using the Watching button above.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Yippee! That is a great reason to celebrate. Ice cream for dinner tonight!!!
Great update for Rusty! We have big happy smiles 
to hear such great news! Yay Rusty!
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
WooHoo Rusty! Way to go, little guy. Swim, swim, swim...
Oh, and lots of celebration treats.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Way to go, Rusty!! We'll certainly have some treats in your honor!
Hugs,
Holly, Zuzu and Susan
Holly joined the world of tripawds on 12/29/2009. She has a big little sister, Zuzu, who idolizes Holly and tries to make all of her toys into tripawds in Holly's honor. And she's enjoying life one hop at a time!
http://anyemery.....ipawds.com
I love reading this! Everytime I see another miles stone on someones thread I cheer~ Yea for Rusty and your family, I am so happy for you guys!!!
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
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