Chance is fine--woof, woof!

[DJ & Chance]

Thanks so much for your support during Chance’s recent surgery and the dreaded wait for the path report.

 

The good news is that the oral masses were not malignant.  The bad news is that they are an uncommon variant of viral papillomas.  This is infectious and can be transmitted to other dogs with immature immune systems (puppies) or dogs with compromised immune systems.

 

Chance most likely got this when he was being groomed—his last grooming corresponds with the incubation period for this virus.  He must now wait approximately two month to play with other puppies, and I will need to check his mouth carefully for new growths.  Papillomas also can grow in the throat and so I will also need to monitor for choking sounds as he eats.

 

But for now, the masses are gone and hopefully my little guy is on the mend!

 

Hugs and kisses to from Chance to all of his DK friends.

[Kristin and Sophie]

YAY, that is good news indeed.  Good boy Chance!!!!!

[Adrienne]

So happy to hear that Chance is on the mend.  He is such a cutie.

[J and Riley (and Luna)]

Glad to hear Chance is doing better!