Spike started to work seriously on removing that pink bandage yesterday and today when he appeared, it was gone. Now he looks like a poodle with his shaved leg. I wonder where he left that bandage - like a snake shedding its skin?
He gets his stitches removed next week and then we take him to consult with a pet oncologist. Can you believe this? A Vet that specializes in cancer. She is recommending some chemo injection (one time I think) in the area where he had the cancer to stop in from reoccuring. We will have to have a long think about that - I don't know about subjecting a cat to chemo.
Poor Spike, but he is a happy boy these days, being outside again.
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Pauline,
Wow, I just read the recent posts in your blog and I am terribly shocked and sorry about your cat.
As I think you know, my cat was diagnosed with cancer as well (last year) and they were able to remove only parts of it because the tumor was in a few vital organs. I know that it is still growing and that it is a matter of time before it become too large again. Our only way of knowing is by his behavior---eat, spit up... I know he is exactly 15 this week, but as you said, don't you wish cats could live longer? I am already heartbroken. I really feel for you.
Our cat here in Munich also gave us quite a scare last week by disappearing for 2.5 days and then showing up with claws run down, a giant patch of fur missing and strange cuts or scabs all over her legs. She could barely sit, had lost a lot of weight, was shaken, and had other small injuries. She is doing well now, but I was really frightened when a neighbor told us there had been reports some months ago of cats being deliberately cut by someone. I find it hard to believe, but supposedly there were signs posted down the street to warn neighbors. Hard to believe it here in Munich where everything seems so 'pleasantville.'
I am glad to hear that Spike's tumor is only in his leg and that you can therefore monitor it. I have also heard and read that cancer is not nearly as bad in cats as in humans. And, in fact, some tumors can grow quite slowly. So let's hope that he is able to keep it in check. He looks incredibly healthy and happy, and that is a good thing.
I am crossing my fingers. In the meantime, you are doing the right thing--letting him live his life, giving him lots of love, cherishing the moments and taking lots of pictures.
Good luck. Sarah
Posted by Sarah Walker | June 5, 2004 10:18 AM
Posted on June 5, 2004 10:18