Amy and Derek,
I have tears in my eyes. We had to euthanize our 9 year old German Shepherd unexpectedly in October after she collapsed and the doctor found a massive tumor on her spleen which had caused her spleen to rupture and bleed internally- we had no clue until she collapsed one afternoon after coming in from playing outside... she had shown NONE of the signs that indicate cancer (weight loss, lethargy, etc) and it was devastating. I understand what you are going through and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, I know how hard it is. Our dear sweet cat, Stuart, died in December from Lymphoma, it was so hard to finally get the DX, and once we did, it was too late. He died December 20th. You have come to the right place, these great folks here really helped me through a very difficult time, I don't think I would have come through it like I did without them. {{{hugs}}}
Amy and Derek, I'm not sure what a "dog" actually is because I live in a cat shelter, but I've been told that dogs are very nice. And Amy, I've met you before and I know for a fact that you are very nice. I am really so sorry to hear about your dog friend, Melanie. But I have to tell you that since I've been at Cats Haven, I have seen one miracle after another. I have been with other kitties who we were sure wouldn't make it through the night, but a little while later they were going off to their new homes. In fact, no one thought that I would live more than a day or so. Well, here I am nearly two years later. I think a lot of this has to do with love and positive energy, so just know that all the kitties and I are sending lots and lots of love and white light to you, Derek, and Melanie. We will take shifts tonight at the shelter and keep the good thoughts flowing as long as you need for us to. We're thinking of you all, and we know that Melanie will be home with you soon.
Oh how heartbreaking for all of you! News like that is so hard to bear. I am certain that you have given Melanie a wonderful life, and that she has brought so much joy to yours. At least you can spend as much time as possible with your sweet baby, and help her over the Rainbow Bridge. Many prayers and hugs to you.
Jen on May 15 at 03:27 PM