My Sweet Himalayan, Tiffany, Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

**kb2yjx** · 12-10-2006, 06:15 PM

First, welcome to PT. Second, how so very sad to read about your Tiffany. The decision you have to make is not an easy one. In April, we found out our Ralph Syracuse(nearly 14)had intestinal lymphoma. We decided to forgo the chemo, knowing that Ralph would not like going to the vet's several times a week for the chemo and the blood work, etc... Instead, Ralph received prednisone until the day he died(6/15/06). You will make the BEST decision for Tiffany. She has been your dear friend for many years, and she knows you will care for her the best way you can. Prayers for Tiffany and (((((hugs))))))) for you. This is the hard part of your journey together...Sandra

**Craftlady** · 12-10-2006, 06:28 PM

Welcome to PT
I would say that with extent of cancer and her age that chemo would be very hard on Tiffany. Listen to what the
oncologist has to say and make the best decision that is right of you and Tiffany.

It's a very scary situtation to have an aniamal so sick. Our gang of four will keep good thoughts and prayers for you and Tiffany.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 12-10-2006, 07:29 PM

Welcome to PT. I'm so sorry to hear about Tiffany.

You need to think about her quality of life and go from there. I'm sure that the oncologist will also inform you more about her situation. Good luck and I'll continue to keep Tiffany in my thoughts and prayers.

**Bevo71** · 12-10-2006, 08:14 PM

I appreciate all of your warm, supportive thoughts and the prayers. I wish a miracle would take place, but I doubt this would be high on God's list.

Today, Tiffany has been playful at times, "helping" me wrap Christmas presents, and playing with a brown paper bag.

This has really been hard. She is the first Himalayan I have ever had, and that breed is so loving and sweet (if they are all like her.) I have had her since she was 6 weeks old and she's my baby.

Here are some pics of my sweetheart.

at 6 weeks old...asleep on my mother's lap...

Just lounging...

Watching TV from her favorite chair...

**Karen** · 12-10-2006, 08:30 PM

She is beautiful, and I have known some very, very sweet Himmies.

I'd ask the vet about quality of life and what kind of benefits chemo would have. It will not be an easy decision, but as you love her (oh what a soft cloud of spun-sugar love she is, I just know it!) I am sure you will make the right choice, whatever the vet says.