LisaLQ Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 As some of you might know (haven't checked the boards to see if she's posted) KathyM's Ruby went to the vets tonight about lumps in her boobies. Very sadly, the vet said they are definitely malignant, and although they'd normally operate and offer chemo, Ruby is not a candidate for that as she cant have general anaesthetic or sedation. So Ruby is to go home and live out the last of her days in a warm safe home and comfy bed. The vet has said she has 4-6 months so Kathy is understandably very upset. I hope she doesn't mind me posting on her behalf, I just thought you would like to know - so that we can all send our love and hugs to Kathy, Ruby, and her family. So sorry Kathy :cry: :bigcry: :calus: (I'll let Kathy fill you in on the full story, I've not asked to post this and hope she's not upset by me stepping on toes...) Quote
imported_Kat Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 Kathy, Enjoy those days with Ruby as you have enjoyed every one of the days since you have had the pleasure of her company. Thoughts are with you *hug* Quote
marion Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 So sorry Kathy, :( enjoy your time with Ruby, our thoughts and prayers are with you both. :buzi: Quote
abker17 Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 Oh I'm so sorry Kathy. :( Enjoy the time u have with her now, and remember that we'll always be here for u. :calus: Quote
imported_nea Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 Thats awful! :cry: I'm very sorry. :( Quote
Malamum Posted November 27, 2003 Posted November 27, 2003 Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about Ruby. You have already made such a difference to her life and I'm sure you will make her last months the best she has ever known. I will be thinking of you both. :angel: Quote
KathyM Posted November 28, 2003 Posted November 28, 2003 Thank you all so much. I have already updated the Puppy Farm thread with Ruby's story, so forgive me for not wanting to type it again, its pretty painful :( Quote
Rowie-the-Pooh Posted November 28, 2003 Posted November 28, 2003 KathyM, I'm so sorry! What a horrible thing to happen. But remember... she will always be there for you. Sure, she's not there in body, but she is there in spirit. You won't be able to feel her, or touch her, but she is still there. She will be part of the earth again, she will be the sun, the stars, the air you breathe in, the soft green grass and the ocean. She will be all those other dogs around the world that need our help. She will be the energy around you. She will still follow at your heels wherever you go, she will watch you grow, your kids (if you have any) grow, and she will be there when it is your time to join the Earth. And she'll bark happily and you'll be able to see her again. And she'll jump around and take your hand and lead you to the rainbow bridge.... Treasure the moments you have with her. Just like you would with a child, act like nothing is wrong with her. Take loads of hugs, pics, and kisses. And when the time does come, remember she is not really gone. It's only the flesh around her that is gone, the spirit inside, the spirit you love, will always be there no matter what. We're all here for you if you ever get frustrated and need a shoulder to cry on! :cry: Quote
mouseatthebusstop Posted November 28, 2003 Posted November 28, 2003 I AM SO SORRY :( treasure these last months Quote
ellieangel Posted November 28, 2003 Posted November 28, 2003 Beautiful words Rowie :cry: I'm so sorry Kathy :cry: Quote
bk_blue Posted December 2, 2003 Posted December 2, 2003 I'm so sorry to hear such sad news, Kathy. Treasure the last few precious months you have and remember we are all here if you need us. :angel: Quote
KathyM Posted December 17, 2003 Posted December 17, 2003 Thank you all for your support. :buzi: Sadly, Ruby went to the vets last night, and her cancer has spread to her lungs. She is now incredibly ill, and unless she makes drastic improvement by tomorrow evening, we feel its time to let her go. :sabber: Quote
Crested Posted December 17, 2003 Posted December 17, 2003 Oh, Kathy! That must have been a very hard decition! :cry: Give Ruby a big hug from me and my darling Ben and Bella! It's 1am here now, but I promise I'll light a candle for Ruby tomorrow night - give her a chanse to spread her wonderfull light around here aswell! I hope she'll pull through! My thoughts will be with you and Ruby! :calus: Quote
imported_Kat Posted December 18, 2003 Posted December 18, 2003 Kathy, You know Ruby yourself better than anyone, and you will know when its time. Thoughts and hugs are with you. Quote
KathyM Posted December 18, 2003 Posted December 18, 2003 Thank you all so much :angel: Saying this very tentatively, but Ruby seems a lot better today. She got a parcel off her boyfriend on another board, and has even played! We are going to try the treatment, so please keep your fingers crossed! Quote
ellieangel Posted December 22, 2003 Posted December 22, 2003 Ruby update.............a miracle ? http://www.k9media.net/dogchat/viewtopic.php?t=2444 Quote
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