Thread: need serious advice

ok just to update, Misty has an appointment for a Holistic consult with my vet on Tues. I may not be able to update until wed. though(I MIGHT have time after the appointment on tues.) as I am working both my jobs and taking Misty for the consult in the middle lol

Quote: Originally Posted by Cali I dont mean to sound like I have already decided lol, I havent, its just that I am not convinced removing it would be a good idea. the thing is, no matter what I choose to do, I am going to doubt myself. like I said, I think I iwll take her to my own vet, see what she says, she is not the type that is going to push and standard ruotine on me for the general public, she knows that when we take a dog to to see...

Quote: Originally Posted by OnyxsMom Personally, you sound like your very confident in your personal vet. I would talk to her and see what she thinks. For all you know, she's going to tell you something the other vet *forgot*... I agree 100% with this. If you have faith in your vet and are comfortable with her decisions then go with her conclusions. Take one step at a time and see what your vet has to say first.

Priska had a mammary mass removed,at the same age!. I would operate her and go from there,wouldn't bother with the chest x-ray cos won't tell you much!. Yr dog is still young and can,still,have some good yrs,in front of her!. Have it analysed and then,decide if chemio is worth the shot!. If it turns out to be aggressive,then,you know you did everything you could and won't 2nd guess,yr decision!....

I would have it removed!!!! No doubt about it!

Is there a possibility of doing Chemo without messing with the tumor?

I would recommend doing a "MET" check -- the radiographs of the chest. Check to see if cancer has spread to the lungs. If so, then you don't pursue surgery or treatment of any kind. Then, if the lungs are clear. I'd have it removed. As for submitting the mass for histopathology.. it's really a matter of how curious you are and how indispensable funds are. If you have extra cash, don't mind spending it.....

If she were my dog I would leave the tumor alone do the best I could to manage with diet and other holistic treatments. But above all I would just live it up with her and enjoy every day I had left with her.

I really am sorry that poor Misty is going through this. You know how much I adore the girl. I hope that your vet can give you a better idea of what is going on and maybe help you plan out what to do next.

I have no advice but do wish you well with this whatever happens. Hugs, I know it's hard to relax but it will help her if you are!