[Sherry Lynn]

3 weeks ago (2 days before we got the new puppies) Buddie jumped out of the truck and hurt his foot. We took him to the vet and she said it was probably just a sprain. Last Weds. we took him to see Fred (our vet that has taken care of them since they were babies - he has sold his practice but still goes in on Weds.) and he thought that maybe it was an infected toenail and put him on a 500mg antibiotic AND a 300 mg pain killer, he is in so much pain that he is trying to walk on the inside of his foot AND it is putting a lot of extra strain on his poor arthritis filled hip After a full week on the anti-biotic he still wasn't any better so Thursday I called Lucerne to see if I could have him looked at by Odie's oncologist. She did x-rays and sure enough the toe is cancerous - she did blood work to make sure that it hadn't spread AND x-rayed his lungs to make sure everything looked OK there to see if he could even be considered for surgery. She called me yesterday afternoon and said his blood work was excellent AND we could schedule the surgery - I didn't want to wait because of all the pain he is in - so Monday morning I will take him to have his "pinky" toe on his right front foot amputated --- if you have a spare moment please say a prayer that he makes it through the surgery AND he comes out of it pain free and can run and play again.

Updated 4pm Monday --- Thank you all so much for the prayers --- Buddie's surgery went very well, Dr. Miles said that she can't imagine how much pain he was in - the end of the toe was - well basically disintegrating. She sent it off to be diagnosed - she also removed a bunch off his rearend which she didn't like the looks of AND said that one could have ruptured and would have created some problems down the road, so that is taken care of too --- 2 birds with one stone! We have him home and he is still pretty groggy but all in all he is doing fine!

[Becster]

Aww, poor Buddie! But I'm so grateful that they caught this so quickly! Prayers for Buddie and for you, too.

[mbc72]

Praying that Buddie is feeling better soon.

[teecee]

I'll be sending prayers for Buddie for a quick recovery. Hugs!

[kimmybutton]

will do, Sherry! thankful that it is contained and has not spread. (hugs) Buddie!

[Sara Arell]

Oh, Sherry, I am so very sorry to hear about poor Buddie! He is so fortunate to have you for his famly! Sending prayers that all goes well with his surgery - God Bless You - He certainly chose the right family to take ccare of his sickest pups! Thinking about you!

[AnnBK]

Sending you hugs, dear friend. I know the surgery will go well, and Buddie will be back to his exuberant self in no time. One of our best dog friends had a toe amputated, and acted like nothing had happened. They are just so resilient!

[CRS]

Poor Buddie! He's going to have to keep up with those puppies!! I pray it goes smoothly and he is cancer free!

[Belle]

So sad, another trauma for your family. Praying for a speedy recovery for Buddie.

[Cheri T]

Prayers for a successful surgery and quick recovery for Buddie. I hope this has been caught in time and will not ever trouble him again.

[ValerieT]

Oh poor Buddie, I hope everything goes smoothly and he can run and play again. Thinking of you too, Sherry.

[AggieB]

It hurts so much when one of our furry ones is hurting. Hope the surgery goes well & the cancer is all removed. Adding my prayer for you & Buddy.

[PBarnes]

Aww, the poor thing. I hope the limited amputation will take care of the cancer.

[Smiles]

Bless your heart, Sherry! This has to be tough so soon after Odie. I'm so glad they caught this early, and the prognosis is good. Asking for extra angels to watch over Buddy and guide his surgeon.
big hugs,

[tinkerbell11]

Poor Buddie! I will say a prayer that he will be up and moving ASAP, im my experience with amputations they really do great they usually feel better once the surgery is done! Dogs are amazing!

[Bride]

Oh no! Sherry, so sorry about Buddie! I will certainly pray for him!!

[anemone1983]

Thinking of you and Buddie. Hoping all goes well tomorrow.

[lorac]

Prayers are being sent to St. Francis of Assisi for Buddie. I hope all goes well for him (and you) tomorrow:



Good St. Francis, you loved all of God's creatures.
To you they were your brothers and sisters.
Help us to follow your example
of treating every living thing with kindness.
St. Francis, Patron Saint of animals,
watch over my pet and keep my companion safe and healthy.
Amen.

[Sherry Lynn]

Thank you for all the prayers --- I will let you know how it goes when I get him home tomorrow afternoon!

[countrydi]

Adding my prayers for Buddy also.

[CRS]

Thinking of you both today!

[Sherry Lynn]

Updated in first post!

[teecee]

Thanks for the update Sherry! Glad to hear the surgery went well. Will pray for continued healing and complete recovery. Hugs!

[CRS]

Thanks for updating us! I've been worrying about you all day! Give him a big hug for me!

[Bride]

So glad to hear he is back home and the surgery was a success. Poor Buddie!! Hugs to you Sherry ... will keep praying, my friend!

[AnnBK]

So glad all went well. Hope his long term prognosis is a good one!

[lorac]

Thanks for the update Sherry. Will continue with prayers for a quick recovery for Buddie. Give him a hug and a kiss for me. Tell him that Auntie Carol and her kitties send their love to him.

[Debbie Cleek]

Glad to hear that Buddie made it through ok. I'm sure he will be up and hopping around in no time.

[Sara Arell]

I am happy to hear that Buddie's surgery is over and I hope that in no time at all he'll be romping with the other pups!

[ValerieT]

So glad things went smoothly, hope Buddie will be himself soon.