WonderDog's Biopsy Results

[Michele, Biscuit & Mo]

I had to take Biscuit in to the vet this morning to have her anal glands expressed (fun, fun, fun!) and while I was there, the biopsy results for Penny mast cell came in.  Dr. Izumi came right into the room to see me.  I knew it wasn't good news by the look on her face.

 

Penny has Grade 3 mast cell cancer - this is as bad as it gets.  We don't know if or how far it has spread, and are heading to an oncologist tomorrow morning.  I'm sure they'll do more tests to check for internal spreading, and then go from there.  We're either looking at chemo, radiation, or just keeping her as comfortable as possible over the next few months.

 

You'd never know anything was wrong with her.  She's in good spirits and it's all I can do to keep her from chasing Biscuit around the yard and starting a wrestling smackdown.

 

My DH is absolutely devastated.  I found him weeping in the bedroom this afternoon.  I have known him for 32 years, and this is the first time I've seen him this broken up.  Penny was there for him through two rounds of prostate cancer and treatment, and now I know he wants to do everything possible for her.

 

I'll keep you all posted.  Your love, prayers, and emails have meant more than you know.

 

Penny sends much love to each and every one of you.

 

 

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

I realize that all types of cancer differ in their response to treatment, but I wanted you to know that there is always hope.  My daughter's dog, Dixie, had advanced Lymphoma.  Chemotherapy "bought" an additional two years - and they were happy and healthy years at that.  Here's hoping for good results for Penny!!!

[Paul & Michele]

So sorry to hear this..... Penny & your family will be in our thoughts and prayers....

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

Oh Michele, I can just picture my DH doing the very same if this were our Murphy. They are so loved by us all and Penny and both of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

[Sally]

i just want to say i HATE cancer. i really really HATE cancer. My husband died of cancer 12 years ago. And the only thing that has been a shining light since then is getting my doodle. To be reminded that even our doodles are open targets for that hateful disease makes me feel so so sad. I truly hope that penny gets successful treatment and continues to live a full life. I will say a prayer and keep you guys in my thoughts as you find out more.

[Leslie and Halas]

Ohh, I'm so sorry about your bad news.  I hope that treatments are an option, and that you get many, many more years with Penny.  Try to think positive. She is a WonderDog after all.

[Taylor & Huff]

Also, please keep us posted.

[Taylor & Huff]

I am so sorry to hear this. I hope you, Penny and your DH feel better. I will be praying for you guys:) I hope Penny gets better soon.

[Susan and Sasha]

I'm so sad and sorry to hear this news...

We will be keeping Penny and your family in our thoughts and prayers!

[Robyn, Greg and Snickers]

So sorry Snickers and family send Doggie prayers to Penny. She was his first friend on DK. Big hugs coming your way.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I'm so terribly sorry to hear this. You, your DH, and Penny are in my thoughts and prayers.