Stormracer Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Well my dog fell couple days ago, so thought he sprained his leg. Well I take him to vet today to make sure he is doing okay. The vet tells me he has bone cancer. That really hit me hard, I have had my friend since he was a puppy. So going on 13 years now. Here he is only like 14 months! Very recent pic of him! Those that are wondering, he is a Belgian Terverun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT/SC2873 Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 sorry to hear. We do get attached to them. Our dogs have always been an important part of our family. Nothing like have a bad day and coming home to a pet that just wants to be with you. Know this hard for you, but I hope he doesn't suffer. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm so sorry to hear this. What can the vet do for him? What is his advice? I feel bad for you about this. I know how attached we get to our best friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HARALD KELLEY Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear this. My Otis is a 8 year old Boxer. Hope all works out for you and your pal.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 That's a bummer to hear. There are few people in this world I care for as much as my girl Dasiy; a 7 year old Border Collie German Shepherd mix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormracer Posted August 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm so sorry to hear this. What can the vet do for him? What is his advice? I feel bad for you about this. I know how attached we get to our best friends. Well being 13 and a large dog, there is not much. Just going to give him Cortisone shots for now to see if that helps with pain and swelling. But I figure as long as he is not suffering too much, I will just give him the best I can. He is not wimpering or crying, he just has really bad limp. The vet said if he was young, probably amputate his leg. But at his age, weight probably not best quality of life at this point. So just make him comfortable and hold on to him best I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Well being 13 and a large dog, there is not much. Just going to give him Cortisone shots for now to see if that helps with pain and swelling. But I figure as long as he is not suffering too much, I will just give him the best I can. He is not wimpering or crying, he just has really bad limp. The vet said if he was young, probably amputate his leg. But at his age, weight probably not best quality of life at this point. So just make him comfortable and hold on to him best I can. Enjoy him while you can. Pamper him and have some nice times to form some more good memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastor Passum Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Well being 13 and a large dog, there is not much. Just going to give him Cortisone shots for now to see if that helps with pain and swelling. But I figure as long as he is not suffering too much, I will just give him the best I can. He is not wimpering or crying, he just has really bad limp. The vet said if he was young, probably amputate his leg. But at his age, weight probably not best quality of life at this point. So just make him comfortable and hold on to him best I can. That's all you can do...make him comfortable as you can, love him and do whatever is necessary so he doesn't suffer. Thirteen's pretty amazing for a large dog like a Terverun. Shows he's been well taken care of. Good luck, I know what you're going through. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NordicShelby Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear this. Back in Sept of 2008 I had to put down my dog Gypsy who lived to 16.5 years old and it was one of the toughest things I ever had to do. 6 Months later we got a puppy and I think that helped with the grieving process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 So sorry to hear this Storm...Take care and enjoy him while you can bud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3ponies Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Very much in a way they become a family member. A good dog loves you no matter what. Enjoy your time, that is one good looking dog! Our previous Lab was with us for over 14 years, we still tell Minnie Stories 4 years later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08 snake Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear that Storm. Take care and enjoy he rest of your time with him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeCMM Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 I wish you and your dog all the best, Storm. Our Lab is about 95% blind and he's still a pup yet. It's very tough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdscooby Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Know exactly what you are going through. Had to put our Great Dane down 5-6 years ago for the same reason. She had bone cancer in her front leg to the point it was almost ready to fracture. She was in pain and the vet did not feel she would do well if we amputated. Continue to enjoy him as long as you can. Thoughts with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRocks1 Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear this. So were there any other symptoms seen before the dog that was noticeable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0201212 Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Take care of him the best you can and enjoy the rest of the time you have..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Morris Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear about your friend!! I havent had a dog in a long time. Bout time to get Jacob one!! MM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormeaston Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Been there........................too many times. I ve had dogs live 18, 16, 12, 15, yrs old, and it's never easy. Hang in there and spend the time you have left with him well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormracer Posted August 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Sorry to hear this. So were there any other symptoms seen before the dog that was noticeable? No, he just started limping. So thought he had sprained it. But decided to err on side of caution and took him to the vet yesterday to be safe. So much for that, but rather know so time can be spent properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Storm....you're breakin' my heart. I'm not too emotional about stuff, but when it comes to 'my buddy' Cozmo....anything ever happens to him, not sure what I'll do. He's 10 now, but he's a small breed, and walks about twenty miles a week. Wake up every day and cherish everything he does, don't get mad at him for anything, and take lots of pictures!! As if you didn't do all of this already! Hang in there bud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherri Leicht Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 wow, this just messed up my day. I am so sorry to hear this. Keep him comfy and enjoy him. Stay strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywickedshelby Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 I am so sorry to hear this............the companionship of a canine is one of life's most special experiences.......our prayers are with you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Real sorry to hear about your 4 legged buddy. Sounds like a perfect time to do the things he likes to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07-2937 Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 im feeling it also dogs r so much a part of us my Golden is like a human he rides in the Shelby every Sunday to cars and coffee he is old and uses a ramp 2 get in cherish the time u have with your Dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormracer Posted August 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2010 Thanks so much all for your wonderful comments. The Shelby family is truly just that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckySnake Posted August 14, 2010 Report Share Posted August 14, 2010 Thanks so much all for your wonderful comments. The Shelby family is truly just that! Very sorry about your boy, sounds like he has a good life with you. Take care Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RACERX009 Posted August 15, 2010 Report Share Posted August 15, 2010 Well my dog fell couple days ago, so thought he sprained his leg. Well I take him to vet today to make sure he is doing okay. The vet tells me he has bone cancer. That really hit me hard, I have had my friend since he was a puppy. So going on 13 years now. Here he is only like 14 months! Very recent pic of him! Those that are wondering, he is a Belgian Terverun Sorry to hear that if anything you need feel free to ask !!! I have to say it's hard to lose a pet or when they get really sick. My father was a stone he has never cried. When we had to put down are family cat he cried his eye's out my mother was in shock she started to yell at him. She said you don't cry when family members die but you cry for the cat. angel baby.bmp angel baby.bmp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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