Vet found 3 lumps on Paz?

[charlotte bednarsh]

Hi all, I'm so distraught.  Paz had a fatty tumor on his side, that had been aspirated and was just fatty tissue.  This morning, the vet found 3 lumps on Paz, all on his left side; she aspirated them and sent them to the pathologist and I'm hoping to get the results tomorrow.  She said they must rule out lymphoma, and it could possible be a sign of infection, so she also took a complete blood panel.  She said they looked like inflammatory cells under the microscope, but she is not a pathologist, therefore would not venture a guess.  I'm just an absolute mess; I can't stop shaking.  Just wondering if anyone else has had this experience.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Thank you for posting, Cheryl.  I really never dreamed Paz would have anything serious.  I am so very sorry for Charely and for him. In a way Paz belongs to all of us and we treasure him for his wonderful contributions to so many others' security and well-being.

[Cheryl and Finnegan]

What a nice way to put our feelings into words, Nancy. I agree. He is an inspiration. 

[F, Calla & Luca]

I am so sorry to hear this.

[charlotte bednarsh]

Hi all,

As you know, I spoke with Cheryl this morning and told her the news.  We have an appointment on Friday morning with a well known oncologist, so I will let you all know the outcome. There are not enough words to thank all of you for the amazing support and concern you are giving me and Paz. A great big thanks from my heart.

[Bonnie and Kona]

I feel privileged to have followed your amazing work with Paz. It is a gift to pray for you both. I know you must be beside yourself. Sending big hugs and doodlekisses. 

[Laurie, Wally & Charlotte]

Charley, I just want to let you know that I am so sorry about Paz's diagnosis. I am thinking about you and your very special boy, and wish that there was something I could do to ease your sadness.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Charlotte, I haven't been able to get you and Paz out of my mind...I'm so sorry.  I'm sending positive thoughts and prayers that you get some hopeful news from your visit with the oncologist. 

[charlotte bednarsh]

Thank you so very much.  I can't begin to express how important all my DK  extended family are to me at this sad time.  Our doodles feel like an extension of ourselves, and their pain feels like our pain.   I just keep praying and know that it is really in God's hands and I thank you for all your prayers.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Charley -- please know that you and Paz are in our thoughts and prayers.  Sadly we know the feeling of this diagnosis all too well.  Our Sophie was diagnosed at about 4.5.  I know that your head is swimming at the moment.  Paz has always been one of my favorites because of his work with the court system.  Sophie was my therapy dog and we were getting ready to see if we could get a program like that started here right about the time she got sick.  Research what you can before you go to the Oncoligist on Friday just so that you will have a better feeling for the things they are telling you.  Know that we are here and happy to answer any questions that you might have or are here to listen if you just need to vent.  Hugs to you both.

[charlotte bednarsh]

Hi, I remember your beautiful Sophie and was so sad when she passed away;  the sadness I am feeling is excruciating.  I'll let you know what the oncologist says. As I read about the relationship between early spay and neutering, and cancer, the more I realize I would never allow that again.  You know the feelings of sadness and I just want to do whatever is best for my beautiful, sweet boy, who is so very loved.

[Lori, Winnie, Bob and Indie]

I'm so sorry that you are hurting, and will be praying for you and Paz!

[Linda, Charlie Brown and Beau]

I have been away from DK for a couple of days and was so sad to read this discussion about your sweet boy Paz.  I have always enjoyed your writings about his support work and how he has been such a help to so many.  I know you must be just beside yourself with worry.  Our thoughts and prayers for a positive outcome from your appointment at the oncologist.  Hang in there.