Hemangiosarcoma

[Suzanne & Jack]

Jack was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma 7 weeks ago.  At that time he had a mass rupture on his spleen.  There were no lesions on his liver or kidneys and his chest looked clear on the scan they did prior to surgery.  Since his surgery he has had 4 seizures and is now on keppra.  The microcells have likely gone to his brain.  My goal is to keep him comfortable and give him a good QOL for as long as possible.  I know this disease will get him in the end, he is 11.5 yo.  Currently I have him on Turkey Tail mushroom extract and Yuunan Baiyou in addition to the keppra.  He is starting oral chemo this week.  It should arrive by Wednesday.  We are feeding him grain-free Fromm, topped with boiled chicken, broccoli, brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes or squash.    Sometimes I add some Primal Raw.  I am thinking of ordering some of the Honest Kitchen base mix for some variety.  I am interested in anyone's experience with this type of cancer.

He is doing well.

[charlotte bednarsh]

My heart is so very sad for you...RIP beautiful boy...I lost my beloved Paz to lymphoma when he had just turned 6, therefore, I totally understand how devastated you are.   I know your beautiful fur baby is running with my Paz...we know that all dogs go to heaven..

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I am so very sorry, Suzanne. Please know that I grieve with you for your beautiful boy. May he rest in peace, and may memories of the love you shared comfort you. He will be with you always. Hugs to you. 

[Bonnie and Kona]

I am so sorry Suzanne. I'm sure you are brokenhearted. I hope, in time, you will find comfort in your happy memories. 

[Judy and Scrabbledoodle]

Suzanne, I am so so sorry for your loss. 

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss! We have lost far too many wonderful Doodles this year. Those big leaners are the best! 

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I am so sorry. My heart goes out to your family. 

[Donna K & Quincy]

Suzanne I am so sorry, I was really hoping Jack would be an exception. I've been thinking about you both and just came to check for an update. Hemangiosarcoma is horrible and really is a death sentence at diagnosis. Like you I found myself lulled into a false sense of security because Quincy recovered so well from his surgery and acted totally well. I told someone it was like walking around with a loaded gun in your pocket not sure when it was going to go off or if you would have to pull the trigger. It happens so fast and you think you are prepared but you really can't prepare yourself for the loss. You gave Jack the love and kindness he deserved. Hugs to you and your clan.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Suzanne, in a way were luckier than some in that we got to spend some quality time with our boys before the end. A lot of people whose dogs have had this disease didn't that chance.