Kelly_Louise Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 We had our vet visit today to see what Sasha's lump was... he took a little sample from 3 places on the lump, and none showed any mast cells or cancerous cells. So he has diagnosed a histiocytoma - and now we just have to watch it to make sure it doesn't get any bigger, or change colour, or become bothersome. He said it is moveable, it is contained (ie has clear edges), it is on the skin only so he is happy with the diagnosis. We are all so relieved And she was SOOO good, I'm so proud of her. For a dog that wouldn't let a vet get near her, to now being tolerant enough to allow 3 needle aspirations... well... I'm just so proud, shows how far she has come. She wasn't happy, and bless her, her gangly legs were shaking like a leaf, but she sat still - made very little fuss and handled it as best she could. She is an awesome dog. I am so lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 on both counts! What a relief for you, Kelly_Louise - and no wonder you're proud of Sasha - what a good girl! And knowing that she could put up with that without making a big fuss, must be a real comfort too. Although hopefully she won't need to be practising her good vet manners for a long time now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kelly_Louise Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 on both counts!What a relief for you, Kelly_Louise - and no wonder you're proud of Sasha - what a good girl! And knowing that she could put up with that without making a big fuss, must be a real comfort too. Although hopefully she won't need to be practising her good vet manners for a long time now. Thanks guys - yes Tassie you are right, hopefully she won't need them - but it's a weight off my shoulders to know that she can handle these basic things. We spoke about if the lump needs to be removed, and what we would do - and thankfully the vet is very aware of her issues and discusses options that revolve around not 'setting her back' in her progress - so we are on the same wavelength and it's really comforting. I'm so lucky to have found a vet that has taken the time to understand and work with Sasha. He is not afraid to roll around on the floor with her, give her space and time, or just sit with her until she's ready etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 He is not afraid to roll around on the floor with her, give her space and time, or just sit with her until she's ready etc. Gotta love vets like that! My main vet is like that - works with the dog in front of him as far as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Good stuff KL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raineth Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 We had our vet visit today to see what Sasha's lump was... he took a little sample from 3 places on the lump, and none showed any mast cells or cancerous cells. So he has diagnosed a histiocytoma - and now we just have to watch it to make sure it doesn't get any bigger, or change colour, or become bothersome. He said it is moveable, it is contained (ie has clear edges), it is on the skin only so he is happy with the diagnosis.We are all so relieved And she was SOOO good, I'm so proud of her. For a dog that wouldn't let a vet get near her, to now being tolerant enough to allow 3 needle aspirations... well... I'm just so proud, shows how far she has come. She wasn't happy, and bless her, her gangly legs were shaking like a leaf, but she sat still - made very little fuss and handled it as best she could. She is an awesome dog. I am so lucky. I'm really happy to hear this! So glad it is not the dreaful "c" And am really happy that she coped emotionall with her vet visit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormie Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Oh yay!!!! So glad to hear everything went well and the lump isn't bad!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly_Louise Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 Awww thanks for caring so much guys - that is too sweet We are also really relieved - Sashy is a very special girl. The change in her is phenomenal. Just goes to show what a little bit of patience and effort can do, and that some dogs can be written off way too quickly. From one vet telling me we should have her on 'doggy anti-depressants' and that any treatment she needed who have to be done with one of those poles with the ropes on the end - to a GOOD vet who, with the right approach has been able to handle her without too much of an issue at all. I'm just so glad that it is not the dreaded "c". We will have a lovely Christmas now knowing our big gangly buddy is not sick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Avanti* Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hello, I had seen your thread earlier and am glad to hear the good news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly_Louise Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hello, I had seen your thread earlier and am glad to hear the good news. Thank you so much LabTested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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