So sad for you Kate, Sam has the very best carer in you. It is good to hear from you on the forum, I know I speak for many here when I say we are all thinking of you. xx
Thank you so much , for all your kind words . This is a strange cancer , firstly affecting the skin as it manifests itself under the surface , causing the lymph nodes to swell and become irritated . The itching can become unbearable, but topical applications are useless as the source is under the surface . Sam has already had two very aggressive courses of prednisolone , he doesn't tolerate them well and the last course had little positive effect , so he wont be having any more . This cancer is not aggressive but it is progressive , a slow and lazy but positive type which eventually will affect the organs, usually spleen, liver and lungs . He has days where he is less interested in food, but his love of walks is still very prevalent ! We will not allow Sam to suffer , just hoping that he can enjoy some quality time with us before we face any decisions on his future, he deserves it so much, thanks again , support helps x
I am devastated for you. I am so sorry that your beautiful boy is going through this. It feels so unfair. I am thinking of you and wishing you and Sam positive thoughts for many, many happy days ahead.
So sorry for you and Sam. Wonderful that he enjoys his walks so much. Hope he never realizes what is going on and that he does not have any pain. Must be so hard on you,though, to know and checking on him every moment to look for a change. So hard to do but hope you enjoy his companionship and love even knowing the inevitable. A big hug to you and Cooper sends a big woof to Sam.
Absolutely wonderful to have you back Kate, I have missed you You know how I feel about what's happening to Sam. My heart breaks for you and your lovely special boy. I wish you both lovely walks and cuddles together. Enjoy life, it's not the quantity but the quality that counts. My love and hugs to you both xxx
Bless you, Kate for finding the strength to share this publicly. I know we've been in touch and know how things are. I love to look back on the photos of Sam and Dexter having a blast when I holidayed in Cornwall last October and had the pleasure of meeting you both. Love and hugs to you and the big boy. Xxx
Just a little update , don't worry I wont bore you with Sam posts too often ! My boy has had three amazingly good days , which is so uplifting ! Yesterday in particular , we went on a very hard walk , much climbing , did it affect him ? Not a bit of it , his attitude seemed to be " Cancer , what cancer ? " We walked and walked , sat to share a banana and drink , he had a little swim as it was 11 degrees here yesterday afternoon and we came home very happy . I am aware of course, that Sam is ill inside , but right now, you wouldn't think so ! xx
Lovely to hear, Kate. You post as much as you like, we won't be bored. We're Sam's cheerleading team. I might even get pompoms.
They know how to Make hay while the sun shines. I admire the way my dogs have always coped with their health problems . We can learn a lot from them. I hope you have many more great days together .
Please share everything about Sam.....we want to go on the journey with you. And be your support Team. Big hug.
Hi Kate @kateincornwall , I am a newbie to the forum but wanted to say a big heartfelt Thank You for sharing your journey with Sam as he fights the lymphoma. I've shed a tear and laughed at your post earlier today as Sam enjoys life as only a Labrador can. My best wishes and prayers that Sam enjoys many, many more months enjoying fun walks with you in the sun
Go Sam, enjoy every day to the fullest! Your forum friends are all behind you, and love to hear about you xxx
So glad to have you back, Kate, we have missed you. Sam is a lovely boy and you and he make a great team. It is so devasting to think of him being sick, but you are making each day count and enjoying your time together to the max, so long may that last. Post as often as you want, we don't mind!
