Breezy has a large abdominal tumor
 

We adopted Breezy when she was 6 to be a companion for our Yorkie, Edie. They love each other. Breezy was throwing up so on Sunday I took her to the emergency vet. I thought she may have eaten something she should not have.

X rays showed a LARGE tumor (3 inches by 4 inches) :(and her white blood cell count is very elevated. Bloodwork shows her organs are working fine, and an ultrasound today showed no apparent invasion of cancer into the organs. We could not see what the tumor was attached to in the ultrasound. No evidence of cancer spread to the chest.

We are awaiting a pathology report. It is probably cancer, but it might be contained and operable.

My poor baby is very uncomfortable, I can tell. If we can't operate, she won't last long without pain. I feel a lot of pressure to make the right decision. So far, $1400 spent and nothing conclusive.

I love this dog with all my heart. I would do anything for her.

I'm so sorry to hear this, I feel so bad that you have to go through this. This is definitely the down side of owning pets. I pray you will have strength and wisdom in your decision, and I hope the pathology report has good news for you.

Many years ago my boy Travis had an abdominal tumor that was removed. The vet said based on it's looks he thought it was cancer but the biopsy said it was not. The incision went from under his neck, below his front arm, across his chest, to mid abdomen. The incision was large because it had invaded the chest muscles. My Travis is still alive today, albeit an old man of 16 yrs but I remember the fear of the possibilities. I'm sharing this to share that their is hope also. We are praying for little Breezy and your family.

I'm so sorry you are going through this. It's very hard trying to decide what is best for the dog. I truly hope everything works out well!

I'm so sorry they found an abdominal mass. :( i hope the path report comes back benign and they are able to surgically remove it with clean margins.

I'm so sorry to hear about your baby. Will be sending prayers your way. Keep good thoughts.

Sending prayers Breezy

When will you get the results? We're praying for great news about Breezy!

Sending prayers for you and sweet Breezy.

I'm so sorry to read this. I am sending prayers that it will be benign and recovery time short!

Oh Alison :(! I so hope this is a benign mass and that they will be able to remove it. You and Breezy are in my thoughts and I'm hoping for the best outcome. Please keep us updated.

Oh Alison :(! I so hope this is a benign mass and that they will be able to remove it. You and Breezy are in my thoughts and I'm hoping for the best outcome. Please keep us updated.

I am so sorry. I will say prayers for Breezy.

thank you all for your kind words. I am still waiting for results. I will keep you posted. My poor girl is feeling very uncomfortable, and not eating much at all. But she still manages to go chase birds!

I am trying to get a fix on how much pain she is feeling, if any. Her white blood cell count is high, and I know she feels crappy. Just not sure if it is pain.

I am feeling a little breathless when I think about this...it is like the wind has been knocked out of me. I was up all night just staring at her and wondering how long I will have her with me. I can't stop crying. :(

I am very sorry. I know what you are feeling, and hope the report comes back benign. Stay strong!

I hope for the best lab results for your little one

Praying you get some good news.

still no word. Vet just called. I asked if there was a chance that the tumor is benign. He thinks it is unlikely.

I don't think I can put Breezy through surgery.

This is very difficult. I feel like I am having an anxiety attack.

Elison, stay calm. Go sit outside and get some heat, but take a nice cool beverage with you. Tucson is where Carlo came from....so it is the home of tough, strong pups. It maybe Cancer, but I am finding out they take the treatment a lot better than humans. I know itis hard to focus, but wait until the results are back, and then decide what to do with a clearer outlook. Carlo is near the end of his life expectancy, but we made our dicision with a clear head. Same as with the Chemo treatments. He is family, and we are not going to prolong a poor quality, but if there is a chance that he can beat it, and it appears he is as he is acting better than he has in a year, we will do it. What ever you decide, that is the best decision possible. There are no right or wrong decisions, just the decision what is best for your situation. Hang tough, and no darn anxiety attacks. The dogs needs to sane and health, not a basket case.

Excellent advice! Prayers for Breezy and Alison.

I am so sorry to read this about your precious Breezy. Please keep us posted on what you find out...you will be in my thoughts.

Breezy is gone.

The tumor was a malignant sarcoma. The specialty vet said they could try to operate, but he was not optimistic. If Breezy were stronger, I might have tried the surgery, but this afternoon, she started going downhill quickly. Panting, incontinence, and she had not eaten in a couple of days...no matter how much I bribed her. As brave as she was, I could tell she was in a lot of pain.

I had a vet come to the house this evening. She euthanized Breezy on our back patio where she loved to watch birds. My husband and I both cried, of course. I told her how honored I was to be her mother. And she just drifted away. The vet took her away in her own bed on the front seat of her car. She will be cremated.

I did not know that last night was her last night with us, but I sensed things were wrong. I woke up at 3 a.m. and stared at Breezy until 6 a.m. She wasn't sleeping...just lying there and staring back atme. She knew something was wrong too.

At about 1 a.m. I got a special surprise. We have a ramp so the girls can come up on the bed with us. Breezy, who had been sleeping on her bed on the floor, came up the ramp and stared at me. Then she lay down on her side with her back against my back. I always loved feeling that doggie heat on my back. Oh how I will miss her.

I can't believe how quickly all of this happened. One week ago, she was acting like her normal spunky self. From the first vomiting episode until the end, it was only 5 days.

I will find a photo and post it. She was the most charming, charismatic little dog. :cry:

I have many photos of her, but they are all too large for YT. Here is a phone photo of Breezy after a haircut...I loved her in a short do.

Oh my gosh, just seeing this thread. I am sooooo sorry for the loss of Breezy. Words cannot express. I am thinking of you.

Oh honey, I am so sorry! We are all crying with you!

So sorry you had to let her go. That is truly the greatest gift you can give a pet... alleviate their suffering and a gentle nudge toward Rainbow Bridge. She looks like a real sweetheart... Deepest Sympathies to you and yours.

I am so sorry. Yes, you did do the loving thing for her. She has her wings now and will be watching over you.

I am going to PM you my email. If you want me to, I can resize her pics so that you can post them here if you want. She was a beautiful girl.

OMG I am just seeing this now. I am so sorry for your loss. Please take comfort that Breezy is no longer in pain, and she said her goodbyes to you last night. Your post has me near tears. :(

She was a very lucky girl to have you as family. She will be missed for sure, but it was just her time.

RIP Breezy

I am so very sorry for your loss. Breezy was blessed to be so loved as part of your family. She\'s not suffering anymore, instead she\'s playing and smiling down on you in happiness. RIP sweet baby.

I am sorry for the loss of your beautiful Breezy. Please know that you are in my thoughts.

Tammy