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.

 

 

[L.M.]

Be strong for Penny!  Sending hugs, prayers, and love from me and my two doodles to you and your family!

[Rose]

I'm so sorry to hear this, Michele. Sending love, hugs and positive thoughts to all of you.

[Ellen, Brûlée, and Tira]

Can't tell you how sorry I am to hear your painful news.  Brulee and I send our love and prayers to you and your family!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Michele, I am so sorry for you and your DH. This breaks my heart. I will be keeping Penny in my thoughts and prayers. Penny is beautiful!

[Jodi and Stella]

This just breaks my heart. I lost my wonderful Lab last year from cancer, I know what you and your husband are going through. I am so sorry Michele. Good luck with everything.

[cheryl & oliver]

Oh Michele, I am so sorry to hear this news.  We just got back from vacation, and I came on the board and saw this...Hugs, love and lots of prayers coming your way for Penny, and hugs and comfort to you and hubby...Please keep us informed....

[GBK]

You all are in our thoughts and prayers.  I am so sorry the news was not better, hopefully there is lot's yet to be done though.  All our love, Gina, Buddy and Kona

[F, Calla & Luca]

I am so very sorry to hear your news. It is so very difficult to have a pet with a serious illness. My son's poodle, who came to live with me, had cancer. No one even offered chemo or radiation but we kept him comfortable. I do hope Penny has some options and that they work well.

[Gail+Kathleen,(Sydney+Olivia:)]

Penny, we are sending our love and prayers to you!  Michele and your DH, we are sending our love and prayers to you also!  We cannot imagine how you are feeling.  Just reading your blog made us cry.  Penny looks so precious.

[Dori & Rua]

My heart is going out to you and your family.  I wish there were words that I could say that could provide you comfort.  Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.  Rua is sending pawsitive vibes to Penny The Wonder Dog.