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Bad news. Otis has a build-up of air (I think, or maybe fluid, I am such a mess I can't remember) in his lung. This is something that mets do. They are going to do a tap tonight to see if they can remove it. But, even if successful, it would probably only give him a day or two at home for everyone to say goodbye. Really hard to sign the DNR order, but it is really in God's hands now. If he passes tonight, at least I was trying. I couldn't see bringing him back home in the condition he was in. Vet said he would probably not make it 24 hours. Tess could tell something was wrong. I had to let her into the garage so she could look for him when I got home. I am a mess - it's 4:15 a.m. now, I haven't slept and spent most of the wait time at the vet getting sick in their back room due to the nerves. Going to cuddle Tess and try to sleep a bit while I wait for the surgeon's call. Thanks for being there for me.
Otis - 106 pound lab/Dane mix, lost his right front leg to osteosarcoma on Febuary 9, 2016. Four rounds of carboplatin completed in April, 2016. Lung mets August 25, 2016. Said goodbye too soon on September 4, 2016. Lost his adopted sister, Tess, suddenly on October 9, 2016. likely due to hemangiosarcoma.
Wherever they are, they are together.
Oh Christine, I am so, so sorry. This is just the most awful news. I am sitting here in tears. Otis is such a magnificent boy and he is SO loved. You have done everything anyone possibly could and you have shown him such love and that is just the most incredibly moving precious thing. As you say, it is now out of your hands but we are thinking of Otis and you and Tess and sending you all our love,
Meg and Clare xxxxxxxxx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
Thanks for being with me tonight. I know it is your day, but I really appreciate it.
Otis - 106 pound lab/Dane mix, lost his right front leg to osteosarcoma on Febuary 9, 2016. Four rounds of carboplatin completed in April, 2016. Lung mets August 25, 2016. Said goodbye too soon on September 4, 2016. Lost his adopted sister, Tess, suddenly on October 9, 2016. likely due to hemangiosarcoma.
Wherever they are, they are together.
Really, it's a privilege, Christine. I wouldn't be anywhere else xxx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
He made it through the procedure. Two liters of air from 1 lung and one from the other. I can pick him up around 10. Unfortunately, this is a temporary (hours, days) fix. Just long enough for my ex and my daughter to say goodbye. When his breathing becomes heavy again, it will be time to take him in for the final time.
Otis - 106 pound lab/Dane mix, lost his right front leg to osteosarcoma on Febuary 9, 2016. Four rounds of carboplatin completed in April, 2016. Lung mets August 25, 2016. Said goodbye too soon on September 4, 2016. Lost his adopted sister, Tess, suddenly on October 9, 2016. likely due to hemangiosarcoma.
Wherever they are, they are together.
I am so glad to hear that you will have a chance to spend some precious time with him and to say your goodbyes. It's not enough. There's no way it's enough, but I'm so pleased that you will at least have this.
Two litres of air in one lung! Wow. Otis is a serious fighter. It's clear he wasn't ready to go without a last cuddle from those he loves and who love him so, so much. Better stock up on the cheeseburgers, Otis is coming home!
Much love to all of you,
Meg and Clare xx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
I am so very sorry ! I was so hoping the Palladia would help! There are just no words of comfort . Sending you guys the biggest of hugs!
If we could all send Otis a cheeseburger you would have a thousands ! You all will be in our thoughts and prayers!
XOXOXO
Holly and Purrkins
I didn't even know he had cancer until the leg broke. Very stoic. Which is why I went in last night. I never could get back to sleep. Just got back from taking Tess for a walk. She deserves spoiling too. The good things about all this - this is a 3 day weekend here in the U.S., so I am off Monday. I took half days Thursday and Friday to be with him. And Friday and Saturday morning he was doing well. Probably wouldn't have wasted time with the bath yesterday, but it was nice to see his coat all shiny. Going to take a short walk myself to try to burn off some nervous energy before he is able to come home.
Otis - 106 pound lab/Dane mix, lost his right front leg to osteosarcoma on Febuary 9, 2016. Four rounds of carboplatin completed in April, 2016. Lung mets August 25, 2016. Said goodbye too soon on September 4, 2016. Lost his adopted sister, Tess, suddenly on October 9, 2016. likely due to hemangiosarcoma.
Wherever they are, they are together.
And, we have had almost seven good months together. The last couple, before we started the Palladia, were great!
Otis - 106 pound lab/Dane mix, lost his right front leg to osteosarcoma on Febuary 9, 2016. Four rounds of carboplatin completed in April, 2016. Lung mets August 25, 2016. Said goodbye too soon on September 4, 2016. Lost his adopted sister, Tess, suddenly on October 9, 2016. likely due to hemangiosarcoma.
Wherever they are, they are together.
Just woke up and LATE for work...first thi g I did eas check here.
Just want to ssy k eow thi g wuickk.....Jackson had fluid removed and it didn't come back eight away...took a couple of weeks.
It may come back in a day or two...maybe more
I do k ow he feels so much bettr with fluid gone.
Love you a d hugs to you
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!
Exactly! Your courage, love and dedication have given all of you this special time together. Seven months is MASSIVE. That's like four years to a human. And he has been happy lying in the sun, stalking chipmunks, chomping on cheeseburgers. You have done him proud, Christine. You stepped up and met this terrible, heartbreaking challenge head on. You deserve the very greatest credit and respect.
You know the word I always think of when I see his picture? 'Noble'. He has a noble face. A gentle, noble, beautiful boy and you have done him proud.
Big hugs,
Meg and Clare xx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
Have ro literally head out door right now
Your love is so so so strong for Otis. You will love him through this and savor every seco dd, as you have always do e. He will feel so much better with the fkuid off
We all love you and we all @ove Otis!
Ill check in when I get home....yiu have my number...you have the helpline and you have your family here with yiu on comouter right.now
With you.............
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!
"spent most of the wait time at the vet getting sick"
Christine,
I wanted to add try drinking some gingerale with real ginger or ginger tea for your stomach . I get the same way with my nerves nauseaous and get sick. It helps me it might help you! Otis can eat his cheeseburgers and fries you drink something with ginger for your belly.
Holly & Purrkins
I'm so sorry Christine. Jim and I are just so sad that Otis' time is drawing near. You have been an incredible mom to him, given him the first rate life all dogs deserve. For that, he will always be by your side. Smooch that sweet smelling fur of his and scratch his velvety ears, please give him extra kisses from us, and Tess too because I'm sure she needs it and will in the coming days.
Your pack is in our hearts and thoughts, you are not alone through this. {{{{hugs}}}}
I just want to add....Wow. We went to sleep early last night and woke up to see 28 responses here, all taking place between 10pm Chicago time and 6 am Eastern. Every single day the people of this community restore our faith in humanity. As heartbreaking as it is to know what's going on with Otis, it's beautiful to see how the people of Tripawds are here for one another. We love you Tripawds Nation.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Oh Christine I'm crying with you. I know there are no words that can help. Otis is such a special boy and your love for him is so massive as is his love for you. He knows he can count on you to love him enough to let him go when it's the right time. Wrapping you and your daughter and Otis & Tess in much love and many hugs!
Linda, Riley & Spirits Mighty Max & Ollie
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