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I'm the same. I come in here and read and maybe reply to one thread and then get so upset I have to get out the forum Thinking of everyone that has lost their friends xx

so sorry - rip little girl

well so far its sounding positive for my girl... I was just worrying (cant help it) that this time the vet might say its not in her best interests to remove anymore. I will do as advised by the vet - measure and monitor and hope for the best

Yep that's him :D WOW!! that's a great age - you both must be doing something right. He is really cute!! How is he doing??

I think the risk my vet means is that this latest site is not raised yet (looks more like a red scratch) and we are expecting more tumours (cutaneous hemangiosarcoma) so he thinks we should wait and take more than one off at a time. I have been told 'that the lumps will keep on coming and we will take them off as long as its in the dogs best interests' My dog doesnt have liver or kidney disease as such but it is something that has to be considered. She has been on cortisone for extended periods which I know is not good for her health. Do you think this increases the risks for surgery? ps really appreciate you taking the time to reply

do you mean the dog in your sig? 14 years old?

would like opinions / experiences with older dogs and general anesthetic I have a 12 year old foxy with skin cancer (her cancer doesnt go away or get 'cured') In the last 6 months she has had a tumour removed by GA and 1 by local. She has another sarcoma and the vet says I have to start weighing up the risks of a 12 year old and GA. Has anyone had a dog this age that has had GA do you think its safe? when is too old? any info appreciated thanks

go Harley hope you get some more quality time with him good luck

so sorry to hear your sad news. RIP Boof

good luck and best wishes to Ollie (and you) we'll be thinking of you

I logged on just to see how Ollie was - sorry to hear the latest news Sending you both lots of good luck wishes hang in there Ollie!!

Well done!! great news

Give her another few days and she'll start to perk up. Its amazing the amount they shave isnt it? Callie had a hole in her leg that was too big to stitch but it healed really well and she's about 11 so hopefully Millie will be the same. Good luck - let us know what the results are.... fingers crossed

I'm glad you got good advice and things are looking up for your boy. Dont be angry with yourself though - you were listening to a 'professional' - not your fault. I have learnt so much from these forums too. I dont post a lot but I do read a lot Hope he continues to do well

Sorry to hear your bad news, what sort of luck is that to have 2?? very sad... let us know what happens and good luck with the both of them

I hope Sophie's back home where she belongs, with you

Hi Staffyluv after hearing the devastating news about Sophie I was thinking about Ollie and hoping he's doing well. xx

night night Sophie, sleep tight darling cavNrott, so very very sorry for your loss. You have been an inspiration to me and your strength has amazed me. Sophie will be up there waiting for you of that I'm sure take care :D

Sophie knows how much you love her. There are no words at a time like this - sorry doesnt say enough. I will light a candle tomorrow for Sophie....

Sorry to hear about Harley, it is so hard when you get the news. Give him a hug from me and Callie the foxy

so sorry cavNrott thinking of you both

just wondered how your little mans going? he is often in my thoughts.... take care

I think its obvious you know Sophie better than anyone so you have made the right decision for her. Keep on fighting the good fight both of you, its the only way to go and thanks, for giving others inspiration...

not sure of exact details as it wasnt my dog I just remember him saying 4 nights and how much it cost $$$ It sounds like your dog will be fine... good luck

My friends staffy ate a large quantity of blood and bone and was seriously ill. She was in the vets for 4 nights - dangerous stuff!