The Verdict for Jack is In --- Post #84

[krazyaboutkatz]

I hope that the ultrasound is all clear. Lots more prayers and positive thoughts are being sent his way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[ChrisH]

Good news there. Prayers & positive thoughts continuing.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Sounds hopeful! Still thinking of you all

[4 Dog Mother]

The vet who is doing the ultrasounds and testing called later last night to say she was having trouble sending the ultrasound out to the person who reads it and the tec support was already closed. So she won't be sending the ultrasound out until today. She felt she got a better reading on the kidneys - there are two but something is either attached to it or to the adrenal gland. That she felt that probably exploratory surgery in Columbus might be our next thing but of course, we still need to wait until we get the ultrasound person's report and then discuss with my vet. There is also the problem of the cysts on his other kidney which means if the took the kidney with the growth on it, he may be left with another probelm with the remaining kidney. And then of course there is the enlarged prostrate. And that although she did not see any other growths, it does not mean there are not any - there could be microscopic "seed" already out there.

I am not sure what we will decide to do. It concerns us how Jack has been having trouble coming out of the anesthesia. Our vet too said he seems to be having more trouble than most dogs do. She said she cut it in half this time and he still slept all evening and didn't eat last night or this morning. The life span of an Airedale is between 10 and 12 and that is if they have had good care their entire life which we know he has not had. I would rather have him whatever time he has left than have him die on the table or not be able to have any quality of life after surgery. He doesn't seem to be in pain, there is no more blood in his urine so I guess we will just have to wait and see what more we are told and what advice we are given.

So keep those prayers coming!!!!

[Pawsitive Thinking]

On their way

[Cinder & Smoke]

He doesn't seem to be in pain, there is no more blood in his urine ...

So keep those prayers coming!!!!

We've got things to be Thankful for already.

Prayers will continue ... as well as Feel Better, Soon, Jack Wishes.

{{{Hugs}}} to ALL!

[ramanth]

Many more prayers and healing vibes sent for Jack. Give that boy a butt rub for me.

[lizbud]

More waiting then. Still sending prayers for Jack & hoping for the best.
(((Hugs))) to the family too.

[4 Dog Mother]

The news is in and it is not good! I called my vets today - and surprise Dr. Freeman answered the phone - and to top that off, he said he had not seen anything come in but then fax machine started and here comes the report from the doctor who read the ultrasound - he said it is 3 pages long so he and Dr. James and Dr. Jones will talk but this is what he sees as to what is going to happen.

The mass is a tumor outside the kidney - most likely adenocarcinoma. With his age and the other things going against him (cysts on the other kidney), englarged prostate, we have only two options, do a treat-the-symptoms-as-they-come-up approach or remove the kidney & growth (after making sure the other kidney will support him). In this case he would also have to have chemo and/or radiation. There is a good chance he would even die on the table. So the vets will get together and let me know more of what to expect. It looks like even a biopsy will be ruled out unless we want to risk losing Jack as there are many things that could go wrong with were it is positioned and Jack's intolorance for sedation.

As of now I don't know if they will give me a time frame or not. But it looks like you all still get to keep praying.

[cyber-sibes]

Poor Jack. We'll be keeping up prayers for him, and for all of you.

[Cincy'sMom]

Even though I knew this was a good possibility it is still hard to accept. It just isn't fair, with all you and he have been through.

He certainly has a great life the past 5 years, after a rough start. Even you hadn't come into his lives, he wouldn't have had that time, or known such a sweet life. And I'm sure he will have more great times too.

Give him big hugs. We're still praying for him!!

[pitc9]

You bet we'll keep praying for him!

{{{HUGS}}} to you all!

[boomersooner]

I say my prayers every night for the people and the pets they love here on Pet Talk. Jack will get an extra special mention! Give him kisses from me.

[lizbud]

I am sorry about the bad news.

It is a lot to take in all at once. I hope Jack is able to spend many more
comfortable & happy days (years) with his loving family. I hope he can feel
pain free to enjoy his time on earth. (((Hugs))) Liz.

[Catty1]

Sweetie....it ain't over yet.

I don't know how they decide if the one kidney will support him or not. But perhaps getting the mass out and keeping him comfy on prednisone for a while might be an answer.

When you are able to catch your breath a bit, have a look at these pages - they are from the same site, but I am trying to keep it simple...I understand how overwhelmed you can be. In addition to the links - is there a homeopathic vet you can consult?

The animal info on these links is sometimes in the bottom half or so of the page. This is not medical advice....just look things over and see what you think...don't act in haste.

http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/tf.htm

http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.co...m#testimonials

http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.co...nials.htm#pets

{{{{hugs}}}} and HUGE prayers. And head scrubbies to Jack!