Update on BenBen- still has more time in him

[kokosfriend]

For those who followed BenBen's journey through chemo I want you to know he is doing very well. Sleeps a lot like and old dog does. He trots around and sometimes runs since he is back on his rimadyl. I am thrilled that he is alive and happy still. This started in July.

Barb and the 3 chocolates

[Crowe]

Yippee! Hugs and kisses for Ben Ben!

[dspencer]

That is great news, everyday that you have him is a blessing for both of you. Ben Ben is one very lucky fellow to have you taking care of him.

[chele]

Yay! A welcome reprieve!

[Deb_and_Ed_M]

Wow!!! yes, a roller-coaster ride - but right now sounds like a "whee!" part. I like that you get to pamper him some more 🙂

[sher9570]

Good, good news! He's such a fighter!
I was reading on a Pomeranian forum this morning, a lady that has one is fighting lymphoma and her vet told her they have a new chemo that supposedly is to be released very soon that will give dogs years instead of months.
I don't know if this is even true or if it is applicable to BenBen's situation.
But we can all hope that something like this comes along.
Too many dogs lost to quickly to this horrible disease.

Hugs to BenBen!

Sher

[AZPops]

Code2High wrote:
That is great news!

+1, yeah great news Barb!

Pops

[Code2High]

That is great news!

[kokosfriend]

Well, BenBen is gong to hang around a bit longer. His ultrasound today shows nothing except that he does not have a spleen. It is the cancer, but he is improved with his liver functions coming down and RBC increased. He got some chemo today because he has shown response and I think we are getting a bit more quality time with him. Onward to the roller coaster ride!! Glad to have a few more weeks or a month or so with him feeling better.

Barb

[chrisnpat]

Im so sorry to hear this, as others have said enjoy the time you have with him.

[dogdiva]

enjoy every minute you have with BenBen, He knows you love him, hug and cuddle him

[raindove]

I'm sorry to hear this. It's never easy. It always seems to be a roller coaster ride when you know the end is approaching. They have bad days and then they rally and have some good ones. But in the end, they have their own way of letting us know when it's time. He's had a good life with you.

[dspencer]

I am so very sorry to hear about Ben Ben. You provided him with a long great life and may God Bless you!

[chele]

I am so sorry.

[CatandJim]

Barb, I am so sorry to hear about BenBen. I know you have taken excellent care of him and will continue to do so. Just remember to take gentle care of yourself as well during the coming days.