Arri's Journey with Cancer: Jan 31: Happy 14th Birthday

Why am I writing this?

I have known many, many people who have had their dogs die from cancer. In many cases, the cancer was too far advanced to treat. Of those who did treat, you don't know the details of what they went through. It sounds quite simple when summarized with 'we went though chemo and he lived 2 years'. There is a whole lot more emotion and decisions to be made. Treatment is not always simple.

This blog is my own personal experience. Some days are filled with frustration, others are filled with laughter. If anyone is offended, I can't apologize for my emotions. I typed what I felt at the time. It does not mean I feel the same today. If you want clarification, just ask. No matter my frustrations, I know my vet and oncologist are doing a fantastic job of caring for Arri. He just is not co-operating by being a 'typical' case.

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Jan 31: Happy 14th Birthday

14 Years ago, I didn't know you existed.

I had just applied to be a puppy raiser for

Canine Companions for Independence.

One year ago, you were on treatment 17 of 18 for a nerve sheath sarcoma in your hind leg.

3 weeks ago I was planning your funeral. We were hoping to keep you comfortable but didn't expect you to hang on very long. You were so very sick that week.