Confused and Overwhelmed-Diagnosed Anal Sac Carcinoma (Woody has passed)

Tracy:
I don't consider it moaning and crying at all. I am so happy you decided to go forward with the surgery, I would have done the same. Would you be able to get a small loan at the bank to pay the chemo? I am so glad they explained all this to you thoroughly. I know what you mean about the calm. I would be glad and calm knowing Terry will be out of there too. I am praying for you and Woody. Blessings
Patti

It's big decisions like these that really tear us apart, isn't it? I'm glad you have peace now that the decision is made. Just don't second guess yourself whatever happens from now on. You did your due diligence, got Woody the help he needed, got all the tests, gathered all the information possible short of a crystal ball and chose the best course you could for your sweet Woody based on that infomation. That's all we can ever do, for our dogs or our human loved ones.

I'm glad that you are able to do the surgery. We'll be praying for a fast recovery for Woody.

Tracy:
I am so glad for you that Woody's surgery is soon approaching. It will bring you a lot of relief to know Terry is gone. Have a great weekend with Woody, and let him run and play to his little hearts content. Blessings
Patti

Hi Tracy

Uh oh, sorry to hear the latest about Woody. Are they going to be aggressive with taking the lymph nodes too? I hope they can get as many as possible to clear out any microscopic traces.

Well we already knew with it being in the lymph node it was some sort of cancer, so it is good they have been able to confirm where it came from and then surgically excise it, they may well get it all anyway!! So go into this surgery as positive as can be, Woody is going to feel your vibes so make them as positive as possible!! :D He is a tough boy and I bet is going to surprise you by how quick he gets over this surgery!! Then we start planning for the next step. One day at a time Tracy! xxx

Hi everyone Trish they will be taking out the lymph node as well providing its not entwined with major blood vessels which they don,t think it is, so it will be all gone there are taking out both anal sacs just in case.

We,ve had a really good few days, Woody,s diar is almost gone and he has been on good form. Today the weather has been raining heavy and some wind but it didn,t stop Woody going up the ridge to play as all the cattle are now inside for the winter the farmers let dogs in the fields and Woody had to find the biggest mucky puddle and dive straight in when he came out I couldn,t see the colour of where his white coat started and ended he was filthy, but had the biggest grin on his face. :p

I,m still focusing on the positive as in a few days Terry will be gone and not growing inside my boy so that in itself is positive. I am scared and feel sick most of the time with nerves but we,ve came this far together I just need to keep it together a while longer. To be honest when I look at him running about covered in all sorts what,s not to smile about, he,s here, he,s alive and he,s not in any pain and that,s all I can ask for. :p

Oh good on ya Woody!!! Glad he found that big puddle, what a little rascal he is!! I bet he stunk too, awesome.... Flynn would have been running with him and rolling in all manner of stinkiness for good measure. They have to make you smile don't they, I wish us humans could live in the moment and have less worry, they set us such a good example of how to handle things don't they :D:D

Pleased they are going for it with the surgery, that is good news. I have a good feeling about this Tracy!! We will be with you for sure, we will be waiting for the news on his surgery with baited breath on Tuesday and willing on Woody with good wishes!! xx

Tracy:
So glad Woody is enjoying his time outdoors. That puddle sounds like something Tipper would do. You are going to make it thru this we are all behind you. I am also eagerly awaiting the exit of Terry. It is only a couple days away, and your darling boy will be free of all the nasty stuff. I am sure it will make him feel a lot better too. You are doing good, and doing a wonderful job with Woody. He is lucky to have you. I am saying a special prayer for Woody every nite. God Bless you both
patti

Tracy:
I said a special prayer for Woody last nite. I am excited that Terry will soon be history. I hope you were able to get some rest, as you will need it to care for your patient when he gets home. I am sure he will have you catering to his every whim!! He deserves it! It is going to be fine, and you will be so happy after all this is over. I only wish Tipper's tumor was in a different place and it could have been removes easily, I would feel so much better, but it can't be because she would not live thru it at her age etc. I am praying for you both to get thru this with ease. Blessings
Patti

Thanks Patti for the prayers :) We are just about to leave for the hospital as at this time of day with traffic its a 2 hour drive to get there.

Woody has been good yesterday and today, he had to have a bath after his puddle jumping the other day as he was really quite stinky lol, he hates baths so didn,t speak to me for a few hours and took himself off to the bedroom in the huff every time I went to check on him he turned his back on me, and this morning he thought it would be a great idea to dry himself off on my duvet cover (which is cream) so guess I,ll have something to do tonight when he,s not here.

I wondered if you could all keep my baby boy in your thoughts tonight for his op tomorrow morning. I,m sure he will be fine as he is in good hands but its not my hands

Tracy and Woody dog x