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.

 

 

[Adina P]

Oh sweet Penny!  I'm so sorry for this news.  We'll be thinking of you!

[Clifford, Cloud, Jake..and Kim]

Michele, I'm so sorry about these results.  I hope the oncologist has a solution that will give you many more years with Penny.  Please know we are thinking of everyone in your family as you go through this ordeal - pawsitive thoughts are coming your way from all three doodles at our house.

[Michele, Biscuit & Mo]

Thanks for that - just what I needed - some inspiration!  Yes, we're going to take it one day at a time.

[Phoebe's Mom]

I am so terribly sorry for you all but please don't put the cart before the horse--wait to see what the oncologist says first.  My cousin's lab has been through many a terrible medical scare--awful, horrific issues leading to major surgeries and two rounds of 'final good by's' from all who love him.  BUT, he will be 13 years old on May 19th (funny thing is we call him the Wonder Dog, too) and he is still making us laugh with his antics.  Please keep us posted and know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time.