This horrid disease just sucks.  No ,matter how hatd we try, this brutal disease  makes it's own rules and takes twists and turns that cannot be forseen. 

When you can catch your breath, the link Karen gave you will give you some good I for action AND some hope.  Sadly, some dogs succumb too quicly, but, as you will see some beat the odds!

So talk to your Onco about some options, especially since newer breakthroughs are possibly  available. It also sounds like their are maybe better options s for pain management   now too.

Seemingly Luke has no dide effects from the mets and is doing well in all areas (other than the obvious with the swelling).  Luie is NOT. statistic and who he is as a dog is never factored  I to these "generalized  statistics ".

What options did the Onco suggest?  Especially  ways to manage the pain in the leg.  We have another dog with a jaw tumor who is starting biophosates (sp).  It can help reduce  pain among other positives.

No matter what...a d you already know this because  you have done this since January..live in the NOW, in the present.  Do not let this piece of crap disease  inter with your time together.  Luke sure isn't!!

Bloodhounds, as he tle as they are, are strong and determined  pips.  I was owned by one once also ('Cornbread").  That Warrior type inner strength  is a plus that may jist give Luke an edge.

We are here for you in any way you need.  And, we must have  pictures of your precious  boy.  The avatar shows a whole lot of sweet Soul wrapped  up in that handsome Boodhound body of his❤

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Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!