KiKi is having his leg amputated...

[JustineNYC]

My boyfriend brought over the paperwork this weekend...its a grade 3 fibrosarcoma.

Anyone have any experience?

[Randi]

Fister and I send lots of good thoughts for your handsome KiKi. It sounds promising that the cancer hasn't spread and I'm sure he'll be hopping around in no time. I believe cats handle amputations a lot better then humans.

Dear KiKi, I wish you a very succesful operation and lots of happy years ahead of you!

[jennielynn1970]

So sorry that your boyfriend's cat will have to have his leg amputated, but at least it's not spread and this will save his life. I totally understand the squeamish boyfriend syndrome. Mine can't even deal with the smell of canned cat food!! He freaks at raw chicken. LOL. So, totally understandable about not wanting to have to deal with blood and bandages, he'd probably pass out and then where would poor Kiki be?! Up a creek!

Good thoughts going out to you and to your boyfriend and Kiki. I hope the surgery goes smoothly and the transition to having only 3 legs will be an easy one for Kiki.

[snakemama]

Sending good vibes for a fast recovery! I fostered a kitty who had her leg amputated while under my care, and she healed up FAST and does very well on three legs to this day. Hopefully Kiki will do just the same!

[momcat]

Many prayers and positive vibes are going out for Kiki. May his recovery be swift and complete so Kiki can enjoy a happy and healthy life

[Anikaca77]

Sorry I don't have any experience with a grade 3 fibrosarcoma. My prays are coming your way for KiKi and for you two as well.

Melissa

[smokey the elder]

Is radiation or chemo indicated? From my huge data set of two cats they seem to tolerate chemo quite well; don't know much about radiation. I'll need to dig around for info on fibrosarcoma.
[ETA] I googled fibrosarcoma, and unfortunately it wasn't encouraging. This can be an aggressive cancer; the fact that it's on the leg might make it more manageable. You'll need to consult with your vet. Are you using a feline oncologist? They probably have more recent possible treatments than some of the dated stuff I found on a very quick search.