Allerzeit Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 (edited) The word that strikes dread in my heart Stewie has been mildly lame over the past week. The lameness is on the same side as his arthritic shoulder, and the weather has been getting colder - so naturally we thought it was the arthritis starting to play up and started up his Sasha's Blend again. Unfortunately, no. OH has just found a swelling in the radial bone. Obviously we need to go to the vet for a confirmed diagnosis - but from past experience, it looks like the news won't be good. Damn it!! He's not even 7 years old. Everyone - hug your furbabies tight - they're never here for long enough Edited May 9, 2006 by Allerzeit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 Oh, Allerzeit, I'm so sorry that you've got a waiting game re a definite diagnosis. I'm sending every warm wish of hope in the meantime. Stewie is beautiful..he reminds me of Bob, a Rottie that I picked out as the best dog at a doggie day some time back. I'd never known what big beaming good natures Rotties have. Please give Stewie a hug from me. And my thoughts are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katetk Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 My thoughts are with you. Please give Stewie a hug from harvey and me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bouledogue Français Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 I will keep my fingers crossed for you and Stewie. Such a handsome boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allerzeit Posted June 30, 2005 Author Share Posted June 30, 2005 Thanks for the well wishes guys - Stewie is getting many, many hugs at the moment. Poor guy can't work out why I'm so distressed - but the more I try not to be upset, the worse I am. We've lost too many Rotts to bone cancer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bommy Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 Allerzeit my heart is breaking for you sweetheart, I really hope it isnt but sometimes one just knows dont they. Hugs for you guys & stewie. :hugs: :hugs: Jacqui Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavNrott Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 (edited) . Edited May 7, 2009 by cavNrott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 30, 2005 Share Posted June 30, 2005 Allerzeit, it shows there's something very special about Stewie...we all automatically wanted to hug him. But gently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 Just checking in for any news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allerzeit Posted July 1, 2005 Author Share Posted July 1, 2005 Thanks mita (and everyone else too! - hugs to you all), Vet appointment is for 3pm today - so will report back when we return. Poor OH doesn't want to go to the vet because he doesn't want anyone to confirm what it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbesotted Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 Allerzite, Keeping fingers crossed for good outcome. If it is osteo..try joining [email protected] heaps of info and support. there is also a good canine osteo specific list will look up the info for you. In the meantime many many positive thoughts and prayers heading your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allerzeit Posted July 1, 2005 Author Share Posted July 1, 2005 Just back from the vet We didn't go as far as x-rays to definitely confirm it - the vet is 99% sure that it is Osteosarcoma. Definitely swelling in the bone, right spot, right breed, right age. We will now just manage pain for as long as Stew still has good quality of life. I thought I'd run out of tears, apparently not. Thanks for the support everyone. Trace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bouledogue Français Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 I am so very sorry to hear this Trace, very sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 Oh, Trace...hugs & hugs now for you, too. Dear Stewie will have the care that only the greatest love can give. God love him, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersonmalinois Posted July 1, 2005 Share Posted July 1, 2005 Hugs to you and Stewie. He is a gorgeous boy! We lost our Rottie boy "Gunther" to osteosarcoma almost 7 years ago when he was 7.5 years old...our hearts are with you during this difficult time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bommy Posted July 2, 2005 Share Posted July 2, 2005 Trace my hear breaks for you guys. You will be in our thoughts Jacqui Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birni Posted July 2, 2005 Share Posted July 2, 2005 I'm so sorry to read the news of your furbaby. Stay positive and believe that his condition can be managed. My 6 yr old Akita was diagnosed in Feb with Lymphoma (lymphosarcoma). The vet gave him 3 months but many stories I have read made me feel that 6 wks was more the norm.... we are now part way through our 5th month. The last week or so has been a bit rocky and I don't know how much longer we will have, but I am so grateful for all the quality time! Good luck! xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel774 Posted July 2, 2005 Share Posted July 2, 2005 You and Stewie are in my prayers. May you have many happy days together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zayda_asher Posted July 3, 2005 Share Posted July 3, 2005 Oh... what to say Hugs to you all... Enjoy your time together.... Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cloverfdch Posted July 3, 2005 Share Posted July 3, 2005 Oh no , i am so sorry. Cherish every day with your beautiful boy, you and your family will be in my thoughts . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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