Wishing for a chemo buddy

[Anna and Achilles]

I start chemo today for leukemia. I am blessed with a great family and wonderful friends that have all rallied around me. However, I really wish I could bring Achilles with me. He would not be a problem. Ok so he might want to great everyone there (who doesn't want a big doodle kiss?) He hardly ever barks and basically would be glued to my side. So what's the prob. They should make a place where you could go with your pets if they were a great comfort. Maybe we could collectively make that happen. Well at least I get to snuggle when I get home.

[Susan and Sasha]

Way to go...you're more than halfway there...

We're praying for you...and a complete recovery!

[F, Calla & Luca]

That is great, more than halfway.

[Bonnie and Kona]

Anna, So happy you have such a wonderful doodle taking care of you. Hang in there. Praying for your recovery to health.

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

What a wonderful DoodleNurse Achilles is turning out to be!!  Hoping the next 2 days go quickly for you!! You're doing great job and we all continue to send our prayers and blessings your way!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Anna, at least you're over the half way mark, and I'm so happy that Achilles is taking such good care of his Mom.  Keep up the good work, and remember how many friends are here for you!

[Anna and Achilles]

Three days down and two to go!! Achilles is right there the minute I get home and does not leave my side.

Thank you everyone for all your positive thoughts it is helping a great deal!

[Shelley and Riley]

Definately ask the hospital, but be prepared for not allowing the dogs on the oncology floor. When your counts (WBC) are low you are at high risk of infection and anything unclean can produce infection (even our beloved dogs). My daughter was treated for leukemia and when her counts were low, I was anxious about any potential threat. I would have been uneasy seeing other peoples dogs in the hall.

 

Since it was a pediatric oncology floor, there were dogs that were hospital employees that could visit the kids who were not high risk but were still limited in where their handlers could take them.

 

Most hospitals have a garden/walk area where your family could meet you with Achilles.

 

Good luck with this journey. Keep us posted.

[Jennifer and Jack]

Some hospitals do allow dogs to go in if they are hypoallergenic like our doodles are. I am not sure if it is different because it is a germ factor for people on Chemo but I certainly would ask. You  never know until you ask right? My dog has been able to come to the hospital to see me, I unfortunately have to go in the hospital a lot and knowing I can see him helps. If not, he will be waiting for you to hug and kiss you and take a nap with you when you get home.

I will pray for you that you do not get any yucky side effects of the chemo, just the good results you want!!!

[Heather and Bama]

Big wet kisses from my doodle to you . Know we are here for you and are giving u an extra hug right now. U will be on our pray list at church in Tennessee.

[Suzann, Rosey & Bandit]

Anna I am sorry to hear this news, I am sure Achilles will make a great nurse once you are home.  Many pawsitive thoughts coming your way!!