Referrals and second opinions are part of medicine. No veterinarian should interpret requests for records as an insult. Just tell them that you have an appointment at UC Davis, with the oncology dept and they want all the information available.
Good luck.
Doug
Doug & Sandy
Megan (14 yr old Golden)
2008 Southwind
2001 Honda CRV
I'm glad you are going for the 2nd opinion. Even though with Maicey I had heard the grim news of 3 months w/o chemo and 6 months with, and my husband had said no chemo, I HAD to hear it all with my own ears. After the talk with the oncologist - and I was bawling my eyes out so she could have taken my entire retirement fund! - I was able to make the decision that chemo would not help her situation. Just remember to love Persalina every day. I was convinced that Maicey would die in 3 months...then 4...then 5....she lived for 16 months. Just telling you that love your fur friend every day, and please keep us updated. We do pray for you and keep you in our prayers.
Jana
Chemisd's Joe,Jana,Jarod,Jansen
GS Allie and Sammi
See you at the bridge Maddey&Maicey 2005 Rockwood 8318SS
I found out during a life threatening illness that my new puppy could not be seen because my vet no longer has 24 hr er pet services. It was several weeks before I calmed down enough to request records for both of my dogs to transfer. I told the staff how much we appreciated all the years of care they had provided but that my puppy's health required 24hr access to a vet. They were wonderful and gave us our records and hugs and parting gifts. The pup is looking much better now but needs access to a doctor 24/7.
First I want to thank you one last time for all your well wishes,
prayers and experiences with your “furry kids”. I am so sorry to have to inform you that Persalina passed away last night. I will understand if you do not wish to read any further. I just wanted to advise you all since you have been so very kind and helpful to Persalina, Kevin and me.
We did receive the answer to our question at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Oncology Department. Persalina’s carcinoma had metastasized to her lungs. The prognosis was not good (maybe a few weeks or months) and the Oncologist stated that we would start hospice procedures for her.
Her breathing had become difficult during the weekend and by Monday evening, when we arrived back home, she was really struggling to breath. We took her to VetCare Emergency Hospital, where she was being treated over the last year. She started to walk through the parking lot, but stopped and did not want to walk any further. Kevin picked her up to carry her and she passed away right in Kevin's arms, just before we entered the door. They could have administered CPR, but due to the nature of her illness, we decided not to proceed.
Even in the end, Persalina did the most loving thing for us. She made the decision to go and saved us from having to put her down. She went very quickly, painlessly and avoided all the terrible consequences of having cancer would have brought her.
We had 15 wonderful years with her and have many memories of the silly things she did. Once, she even jumped into our hot tub. Made a bee line straight for the tub and jumped right in! Silly little girl.
I am so sorry to have to relay this message to you. We surely do appreciate your well wishes and prayers.
Sincerely,
Kevin & Dawn
Persalina & Moonbeam
In Loving Memory of Persalina
We love you very much and will miss you…….
Kevin & Dawn
Doggies:
Persalina, We love you & miss you so very much!
Moonbeam
Chloie Pearl
'07 Itasca Suncruiser 35L
Workhorse 24-8.1 Vortec w/6 sp. Allison
93 Jeep Wrangler Toad
Roadmaster Even Brake
Please accept my condolences. I am so sorry to read of your loss.
You are right, she saved you from having to make the most difficult decision a pet owner ever makes. As hard as losing one is, making that final decision makes it worse. Bless her little heart! What an awesome, loving gift from her! May your good memories sustain you during the next days/weeks. Please take gentle care of each other.
Cat
(Jim just reads the forum once in a while)
Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some sort of battle.... Live simply, love wholly, give generously, care deeply, speak kindly.
Kevin and Dawn, I'm terribly sorry. It's always a shock. We know it's coming, but even when our kids are incredibly sick, we don't expect it like this. I know your grief is very deep. I don't know exactly what you're feeling because each of us loves our furry kids in their own way, but I know that you're hurting in a most profound way.
In the end, for each of us, what we really want is to end our lives in the arms of those who love us. To look into their eyes, let them know we love them, and go out on *our* terms. Persalina passed away with dignity and in the arms of those who love her. None of us could ask for anything more.
Treasure your memories of your silly puppy, your loving adult, and your gracious friend. Remember that the more we love them, the more deeply we will grieve them. Be gentle with yourself and allow yourself the emotional space to grieve her. I am truly sorry. I know that you loved her so much that you would have moved heaven and earth to make her well. And I'm certain she knows that as well.
I wish you the best.
Dh, our 2 year old German Shepherd, 15 yr old Beagle/Spaniel and me.
Exploring every National Park (and Monument) in USA, Canada, Mexico & beyond.
3 well-used backpacking tents.
2008 Itasca Impulse, 24'
I am so sorry that Persalina has passed, but thankful that she went on her own. It truly helped me with my grieving when Maicey died on her own. I have suffered guilt with the one we put to sleep. Your memories will sustain you in the future. For now, take care of yourselves, and know that we are still thinking of you....
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