Bandit

Dear Sue, Bandit, your parents and you have my prayers that your team of doctors can find the problem and bring Bandit back to good health.

Hugs from Gini and Rascal

Dear Sue,

You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers ...

Matthew 18: 19-20 Praying Together

Jesus said "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them."

Miracles do happen....

We really do need a miracle here Sue, and that is what I will be praying for. My thoughts are with you, Sue. Star, Cody and Sandra send Bandit all of our love and hopes for a Christmas miracle. {{{hugs}}}

Only a miracle can save Bandit. He has two tumors, one in the chest and one in the abdomen. His chances are not good. Tomorrow the specialist will be operating to see if he can remove them. If he survives, then chemo will be attempted. The doctors are not optimistic. However, if a miracle should happen...........

Oh, boy, that is just awful. :( Miracles DO happen though, and I will be praying real hard along with everyone else that one happens for Bandit.

Sue,
I just wanted you to know that I have your family in my prayers this morning, and of course, Bandit. I hope all will go well today.
Logan

Me too, Sue. I woke thinking about Bandit. I'll be keeping him and all of you in my thoughts and prayers this morning. Love, Sandra

I have been praying for Bandit also.

Thank you so very much. I awoke a few times last night with him on my mind and also this morning. He is all I can think about. I am so scared. Thank you for your support. I really appreciate it, more than you know.

So there is no new news??? I'll continue keeping him in our thoughts.

Molly, today is the big operation attempt. Two tumors, chest and abdomen. Doesn't look good.

Bandit, Sir Jury and all the Whitecoats will be in our prayers. Be good, Bandit, be careful, Sir Jury. Big Dog prayers from Bruni, too (Dad's Saint Bernard) in case heftier doggie prayers will help.)

Poor Bandit. Please let us know. I'll pray really hard today...the kids are watching 1776 so I'll have plenty of time.

Sue, I have been away for two days and just got the news this morning when I checked in at Pet Talk! I am so sorry to hear about this.

Bandit is in my thoughts to today. Please update us as soon as you find something out!

Well, this is the season for miracles, right? I'll be praying hard for Bandit. My heart goes out to your entire family.

As of yet, the surgery has not begun. An Irish Wolfhound with a broken leg was rushed in. The surgeon prefers to do the more difficult cases in the afternoon. I'll update as soon as I know.

Praying very hard for Bandit! Christmas is a special time for miracles to happen!

Bandit has been in my thoughts & secret prayers all day,

I can just imagine all us standing together in a circle of
love for this sweet dog, asking God to please help the Vets
cure him of all illness & let him live out his days on earth with
his loving human family. Prayers continue for a successful
outcome for Bandit & Family.

Yes, Liz, I can just picture it too. That OR is crowded with so many loving spirits. Thank you all. Still waiting.........

Oh Liz, you put my thoughts into words so perfectly. I've been sitting here, watching the clock, so afraid to check this post. I'm sitting here with Star and Cody and here praying so hard...Yes, we are all standing in a circle of love, praying for a miracle for Bandit. Love, Sandra

This is nerve-wracking. The surgeon is only there one day a week and Bandit was added to his load as a favor to the cardiac specialist. The surgeon has a full load of operations today. He has not gotten to Bandit yet. I am ready to explode!!!!!! Bandit is resting comfortably, waiting. The surgery will be today, I don't know how late. I will keep you posted. I am sick to my stomach with worry....

Oh no, Sue:( I'm so sorry Bandit has to wait so long. And you and your family must be beside themselves with worry. We're here, waiting with you, no matter how late. I'm sending you a huge hug; Cody and Star too. Love, Sandra

Prayers have been on the way for Bandit and you and your parents all day and will continue. Thanks for keeping us posted.

Oh Geesh! I hate to sit,wait and worry.
Drives me nuts.
Fingers crossed that the surgery goes off well.
Will be waiting for some good news.

I hope dear Bandit isn't still waiting...he is in our thoughts and prayers.

It is almost 10:30 here and I haven't heard anything since 5:00. They are open 24/7, but I wish I knew if he was in surgery or not. I'm waiting for my Mom to call and let me know. This waiting is unbelieveably stressful.

it will be ok ,, im keeping you in my prayers

Ok, he made it through the surgery!! This weekend will be critical for him. He is in intensive care. They sent out the biopsy and will be awaiting the results. The surgeon mentioned a possible problem with the lymphatic system. The specialist will have more info for them tomorrow, late afternoon.
So far we have had a little miracle, he survived the surgery, now we need the big one, a benign biopsy report and a treatment for his problem.
Thank you for your prayers, please keep them coming!!

{{{Still thinking of you guys....!!!}}}

continued prayers your way!

Anyone know what lymphatic system problems there are are that cause fluid build up in the chest cavity??? Any ideas?

Thank you for your prayers!

I'm having fits with the link at present (thanks to my SLOOOOWW connection :rolleyes: ) but try this...

Merck Vet. Manual

*********Continued Hugs and Prayers for the miracle Bandit boy*********

I've been thinking about Bandit and your family, Sue. I am praying hard :(

Sue,
I'm so glad to read this news! I will be thinking of you all, all day, today, even if I'm not on the computer reading. I will check in tonight for an update.
Keeping Bandit in my prayers.
Love,
Logan

Oh, Sue!!!!! What great news!!!! What a fighter!:) Now, I have to consult with my thoracic surgeon friends to try and answer your question! Continued prayers for Bandit and family! Love, Sandra

Bandit was in surgery from 7:00pm til around 10:15 last night. Thank you for your prayers. I can't tell you how much my parents and I appreciate it. I will update when I know anything.

Oh Sue, that's great news! Bandit is a fighter! I am so glad that he made it through the surgery!

Keep it up, Bandit!! You're in my thoughts!

Bandit has been in my thoughts all night. I was so glad to here he made it through the surgery. Continued prayers for him to have a speedy and successful recovery and that the tumor was benign.

{{{{HUGS}}}} to you and your family Sue.

This is great news Sue :) Bandit is really a fighter ... Bandit's journey has just started, and we'll all be with him in this journey through constant prayers ...

Have a wonderful holiday !

Bandit is up and alert. My parents may be able to visit him tomorrow.

My parents and I wish to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts for the special prayers! My Mom told me to tell you all how much she appreciates it. Please continue the prayers for he is not out of the woods yet. Thanks so much.