Mitzi - the news isn't good

[slick]

I can only imagine how devastated you must feel right now. I lit a candle for you, but don't know how to post the link. My question for the vet would be if she had the amputation, how much more time would that give her and what quality of life would she have? I would also wonder how long the "after sir jury healing" would take.

I can send a bit of money if that would help towards the cost. Anyone else?

Prayers and love to you both.

[Taz_Zoee]

I am so sorry to hear this sad news.
I do not have extra money right now, but I am expecting my tax return by the end of the month. I could give then, or if I have the vet info I could call and have them put some on my Care Credit account.
Please let us know, as I'm sure you will, what your next step is.
I will keep you in my thoughts.

[RedHedd]

You people are too kind. The vet said we may not know how successful the surgery would be; she did not sound optimistic as the tumor is so massive, she's afraid it may be further along than she can feel right now.

Chest X-ray showed no mets to the lungs. We're doing an ultrasound on Saturday to check for other mets. However Nancy, the pet psychic said:

"she is older...she is not that young. she has a bone tumor that may have gone to other parts of her body besides her lungs. an intense surgery like that at her age is not only stressful but traumatic. she is confused and stressed. i will be gone to a pta meeting the rest of the night. make a peaceful decision for both of you. "

For now, Mitzi is home, resting on pain meds. She ate a lot and drank some water, used the litter box (nice low box she can get into). So we wait; keep her comfortable and wait.

[Freedom]

keep her comfortable and wait.

Yes, this give you both time to adjust to the situation. If her weight is so low, and she is frail, I can understand the surgery itself would be very hard for her. And i she is older than believed, losing a leg won't be easy to cope with either.

What a situation! My heart breaks, just thinking of what you must be going through. I am pleased she ate tonight, being home with you.

Hugs to you, chin rubs to Mitzi.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Georgia, I'm so sorry to hear about Mitzi. I hope that you can keep her as comfortable as possible and you can spend some good quality time with each other. I'm praying for a miracle for her. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent her way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[TommyCat]

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mitzi. My heartfelt prayers go out to you and Mitzi.

[smokey the elder]

Poor Mitzi! I'm so sorry. Give her a gentle scritch for me.