Rusty's Cancer Update

Sorry that we have been off line for several months; I took on another committee assignment for our HOA (we are a community of 9,000 residents) in addition to my role in emergency preparedness. The new role has kept me very busy this summer. I have an extensive update on Rusty's summer that I have posted to his blog.

This summer were the best months that he has had since his fight with cancer began. He is one incredible guy; Dr. Macy is amazed at how well he is fighting this terrible disease. With the exception of his liver, all his other tests and vitals are completely normal for the first time since amputation. We continue to battle his stomach issues, which have precluded him from taking any supplements, etc. including the Milk Thistle for his liver. However, he is eating better and putting on weight which he was unable to do while taking any meds. Apparently, the 12 months of chemo really did a number on his stomach.

It will be 22 months next week since his amputation and the battle began! Seeing how active and happy he is, you would never suspect that he is a special needs dog. We enjoy every extra day that we have with him!

Unfortunately, his liver is continuing to deteriorate, which may be a sign that the cancer is returning. I will post an update after we receive the results of Rusty's November 30 visit with Dr. Macy; he will be doing extensive tests, including a scan, on the liver to try to find out what is going on.

A couple of weeks ago at the greenbelt, where we take Rusty for his evening adventure, we met his twin! Her name is Katy and she is from Heather Hale Kennels in Bakersfield; Rusty’s Mom was from Heather Hale, no relationship that we can identify. Katy is 14 months old and is the same size and color as Rusty; they have the same cut and they look like twins

Chuck & Rusty

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