Raven's cancer *Final recheck, pg 38 (post 568)*

[Kfamr]

What time does she go in today, Jess?

I'm home from work sick (they sent me home yesterday early) so I will be (im)patiently awaiting updates of her success.

[ramanth]

Raven is such an ebony goddess! I love the photos of her romping around the yard.

Good luck today Raven! You have a lot of support, prayers, and well wishers all backing you up. *HUGS*

Jess, how are Tasha and Tommy doing? Do they seem to sense that something is up?

I'll be thinking of you today.

[K9soul]

I am leaving in a few minutes with her. The surgery will be done later this morning I believe. My stomach is such a wreck! I gave her a bit of beef broth for breakfast this morning since she can't eat anything (vet said drinking is okay).

She does this thing I call "sleepy grumbles" where when she is snuggling in to sleep she does little sighs and moans for awhile until she's asleep. It's hard to explain but she has done it since she was a little baby. Long drawn out grumbles and noises for maybe a good 2-3 minutes until she's sleeping. She was doing that this morning as she resettled next to me in bed. She likes to sleep cuddled right next to me. I will miss hearing her sleepy grumbles today so much. But I have to keep remembering we are making our main assault on this cancer today and we must win.

Tommy and Tasha are being very good pups. Tommy hasn't really shown any difference in behavior, Tasha has been watching me closer as she does when she picks up that I'm anxious. Raven is just filled with the joy of living! Bless her.

I thank God I am blessed with such a beautiful community of people in Pet Talk. Everyone's support and encouragement and prayers have helped get me through each day. And now I'll stop rambling.

I kept watching her puppy video I made last night. It makes me feel even stronger she is going to come out of this and we with both be stronger than ever.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4n28cp3-IJ0

Also Raven's candle page is here if you feel like relighting (they burn out after 48 hours) http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/...l=eng&gi=Raven

The folks at timwoolleyracing.com board started it for me, another wonderful group. Animal lovers truly have the most loving hearts.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Watched the video of your beautiful girl (LES) and relit my candle for you both.

[Jadapit]

(((HUGS))) You and Raven are in my thoughts and prayers. I will relight my candle.

[My Peanuts]

Good vibes and prayers on the way for Raven.

Good luck today little girl.

[Kfamr]

Lit another candel for Raven. I have been thinking of the two of you all morning. Raven is with you for a reason.

Kiki does sleepy grumbles, too.

[K9soul]

Raven is at the vet's now. They told me to call around 2 to check on her and of course they have my number too.. stomach is in knots. My vet talked to me a bit about the specialist, that he has had a lot of good results with this surgery and he feels it gives her the best chance. He said the specialist taught surgery at the University of Minnesota Veterinary College and is very knowledgeable. He did not sugercoat though that it is a very nasty cancer, but he feels she has a good chance with this surgery.

I will update again when I learn how she is doing. My stomach is roiling so bad I can't eat a thing! Thank you for your continued prayers for my baby girl.

[gemini9961]

Another candle lit and continued prayers for Raven.

(((((((hugs and prayers))))))))

[Daisy and Delilah]

{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}

Just checking in and letting you know that I'm still thinking about you and Raven, Jess. Please give the T's some kisses from me to help ease the waiting. I'll be back to check again.

[dukedogsmom]

You've been on my mind a lot. I hope everything is going ok. I'm on Yahoo if you need to talk. I pray she'll be alright.

[finn's mom]

Oh, Raven, I hope you are ok!

[anna_66]

It's almost time so I lit another candle for you sweet Raven.
(((HUGS)))

[LuckyNumber7]

K9Soul, I just watched the youtube video of your Raven ....it had me all teared up at the part when the song says "take my hand" and the photo of Raven's Paw in your hand. It's a beautiful video.
I just saw and read through this thread for the 1st time, I'm sorry I hadn't seen it before this...it sounds as though your dog is in the best hands right now, and that this surgeon is a good one. I know how hard it is to have a dog in the hospital, watching the clock and just wanting them to come home. I hope that you get good news today and that Raven recovers completely. She is lucky to have such a great Mom who cares about her so much.