jm1827 284 Posted July 21, 2017 Well, our Chessie fought a great fight but the cancer finally got the best of her. I posted back in February about how our dog that quickly became every lethargic, long story short she was bleeding internally and needed emergency surgery. Removed her spleen, stabilized her and after a few days in the hospital she came home. Test results showed it was a very aggressive cancer. Vet gave her 6-9 months to live if we tried chemo, probably only 2 months without. She responded well to the chemo but 5 months later the cancer came back and she started bleeding internally again. This time nothing we could do but put her down. Breaks my heart, she was only 7 years old! I will post a pic later tonight. Man, I miss not having a dog. RIP sweet girl! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackandjill 683 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss. RIP Chessie. Would love to see a pic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverado427 10,682 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jm1827 284 Posted July 21, 2017 Just added a coupe of pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gunnz 49 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss. I had to put my chocolate lab down 3 weeks ago. Hardest thing I ever had to do. we got her 8 years ago in the Outer Banks of NC, and we came down to the OBX this week for our yearly visit. This week has been the worst week so far. she loved walking on the beach, swimming in the ocean and playing in the sand. Every time I go to the beach I sit there thinking about my dog and the time we had. Think I need to go back to NJ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voyager9 3,434 Posted July 21, 2017 I'm truly sorry for your loss. We had a similar thing happen with our Golden. I know how brutal and heart wrenching it is. You have to grieve at your own pace but when you reach that point finding another dog does help. Not forget, but at least fill the void. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EWC88 24 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss, always hard. That first picture of Chessie in the water is great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smokin .50 1,907 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HBecwithFn7 296 Posted July 21, 2017 4 hours ago, jm1827 said: Well, our Chessie fought a great fight but the cancer finally got the best of her. I posted back in February about how our dog that quickly became every lethargic, long story short she was bleeding internally and needed emergency surgery. Removed her spleen, stabilized her and after a few days in the hospital she came home. Test results showed it was a very aggressive cancer. Vet gave her 6-9 months to live if we tried chemo, probably only 2 months without. She responded well to the chemo but 5 months later the cancer came back and she started bleeding internally again. This time nothing we could do but put her down. Breaks my heart, she was only 7 years old! I will post a pic later tonight. Man, I miss not having a dog. RIP sweet girl! So sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SJG 253 Posted July 21, 2017 Sorry for your loss bro. Just went through the same thing with our Golden who had lymphoma and survived 14 mo with treatment. This is the third dog, I have lost to cancer. After a month we decided there was no reason to wait and got a Golden puppy. Not easy raising a pup. Yeah, we still miss Cindy but a new pup helps put a smile on your face. Anway, I am sure you will get another one if you are a dog lover. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brucin 923 Posted July 21, 2017 So sorry to hear. I can tell from the photos you lost a very good friend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darrenf 422 Posted July 21, 2017 So very sorry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malsua 1,422 Posted July 22, 2017 It's so hard as dogs are a part of the family. Sorry to hear that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tunaman 548 Posted July 22, 2017 My deepest sympathy to you and yours. We will see her again. Keep your chin up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1563621 388 Posted July 22, 2017 RIP, Sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
45Doll 5,874 Posted July 22, 2017 My condolences. We only have cats, but it hurts the same way when they leave. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JT Custom Guns 956 Posted July 22, 2017 Very sorry for your loss! Time will help, but always cherish the memories.............. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmpnj 0 Posted July 23, 2017 So sorry for your loss. Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jm1827 284 Posted July 23, 2017 Thanks everyone. I know there are quite a few dog lovers on here who completely understand, she was part of the family. The wife and kids are already asking for another dog but for me it is just too soon, besides we are still paying off a huge vet bill. In time I will definitely get another dog, not a replacement but another furry friend, 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JD1037 125 Posted July 23, 2017 So sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stonecoldchavez 92 Posted July 25, 2017 My condolences to you and your family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tattooo 220 Posted July 25, 2017 Sorry for your loss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charleslee 44 Posted July 30, 2017 My condolences. Great looking dog. Went through it in Dec. No more for me. Never going through that again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishNHard 145 Posted July 30, 2017 My Condolences as well, its never easy losing a pet, been thru it 11 times already , But don't let your sorrow keep you from giving another pet a loving home.John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jm1827 284 Posted July 30, 2017 20 minutes ago, FishNHard said: My Condolences as well, its never easy losing a pet, been thru it 11 times already , But don't let your sorrow keep you from giving another pet a loving home.John Thanks for the encouragement, I think we will start looking for our next family member shortly. Just can't decide on another Lab or a Chessie! 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted July 30, 2017 1 hour ago, charleslee said: My condolences. Great looking dog. Went through it in Dec. No more for me. Never going through that again. Think, Its tuff, believe me I know. But it's worth it. rescue, rescue,rescue! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted July 30, 2017 1 hour ago, jm1827 said: Thanks for the encouragement, I think we will start looking for our next family member shortly. Just can't decide on another Lab or a Chessie! Family members..... I'm truly wordless. Man, I feel for you . Mourn, heal,and gain another family member in your time. If it's not for us, then whom? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishNHard 145 Posted July 30, 2017 I agree with ZEKE rescue if you can all of mine were rescues as well , my wife joined the rescue as a foster and we pretty much adopted all that we fostered LOL , 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zelig 21 Posted July 31, 2017 Very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Hope it gets easier as time goes by. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites