luv2napp Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Just after posting that Lacee was doing SO much better, she took a turn for the worse. All of a sudden, she started pacing back and forth and her whole body was shaking. I reached for the phone to call the vet, when it rang. It was him, phoning with the results of her biopsy. The tumor came back malignant. I told him what was going on and he said to bring her right in. He took one look at her and sent us to the ER Vet. Her small intestines were leaking from where they did the surgery. It seems, if the tumor is malignant, it's very hard to heal and they end up with fatal peritonitis, which we were told is about the most painful thing a dog can go through. The vet had warned me about the 3 - 5 day window after surgery when this could happen. Today was the 5th day. I was SO sure she was healed....we were getting ready for company to celebrate my birthday (which is today) and she was excited. She always knew when company was coming. So instead of receiving my best gift of all, Lacee surviving, I held her in my arms while she went to sleep. I can honestly say we tried our darndest to save her and she put up a great fight. It just wasn't meant to be. My poor husband actually cried, which surprised me. He hasn't cried since we lost our daughter 16 years ago. Lacee meant the world to him. She was my girl, the best dog I've ever had. This is so hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach BCs Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Take comfort in the happy memories you have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd's Mom Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this time of sadness. She is running painfree on the other end of the rainbow bridge. Godspeed Lacee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoofly Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh this is just heartbreaking. I'm so, so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sea4th Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh, I'm so sorry. You and she fought the good fight together and you held her as slipped away. You did right. You did good. And I'm so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc4ever Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Ohh, I'm so sorry.I can barely type through the tears. So hard to comprehend that they're actually gone. Gentle hugs and loving thoughts. Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh I am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbear Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 My heart just broke reading this. I am so sorry for your loss. You did everything you could, and Lacee fought a good fight. Hugs to all of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anda Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh, no, I am SO sorry to read this. Poor Lacee, you did everything you could for her, including letting her go with dignity. My thoughts are with you and your husband. Rest in peace, beautiful Lacee.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am sooo extremely sorry too. Lacee thanks you for helping her out. Jovi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 How sad. At least she had some happy time with you just before the end. That's all we can hope for, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh, what sad news. I am so very sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin's person Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I'm so sorry,Dianne. You and your family are in our thoughts during this time of grief. Godspeed, Lacee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I'm heartbroken for you. She tried so hard and you did all you could. You all are in my thoughts, I'm so very sorry. Run free, pretty Lacee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrisK Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am so sorry, there are no words that can take the pain away. I was so hoping that she would win the fight. Lacee knew she was loved and cherished and that you had done everything you could for her. I am so very sorry... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grenzehund Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am so sorry. Lacee, such a beautiful girl with a beautiful spirit. Peace to you all, run free Lacee. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am so so sorry, Diane. I hope you find some comfort in knowing you did all you could for her, and that she had a rich, full life with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I am so very sorry, Diane, that things took this unexpected turn. I have been reminded frequently over the last several days how much Lacee meant to you, and I am sorry for your family's loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixie_Girl Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I'm so sorry. It is so hard, it is beyond words really. Run free Lacee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geonni banner Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 My heartfelt condolences to you and yours. Lacee's pain is over at least. Take strength from that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. Festerling Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 I don't honestly know what to say. My heart is breaking for you. Treasure her memories always. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthBelle Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh my, what sad news. (((((Hugs))))) to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 So sad to read this. Know that we continue to hold you all in our hearts, and a vision of Lacee, pain free and running like the wind. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Ruth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serena+Eluane B.C. Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Oh, Diane, I'm so sad to hear of your heartbreaking news. I've been sitting here in total shock. No matter how hard I try I can't even begin to form words, I just cannot believe Beautiful Lacee is gone. I CAN'T, I REALLY CAN'T!!!!!! She seems like such a Sweetheart, such a little Angel. When she got home the first thing was running to your arms, doing her questioning little whine and whimpering and tailing you like a little Shadow, leaping into the car, waiting for her Dada to come home all the gentle puppy love expressions! And this should have been the happiest instead of the saddest birthday of all. but at least she did get to see her Dada and she waited as the true Angel that she was and you the Angel for her that believed and hoped and prayed for her, and who brought all the forumers together for you and her and her beloved human family. And just like you were there at her side, in the same way She will always be there for you. She knows this and so she can move through to Rainbow Bridge free from pain in a place where she can dance and do the "prancing Lacee" just filled with happiness and with the loving thoughts of you in her puppy heart...Diane, please light your birthday candles for your Birthday Star, little Lacee who'll continually sparkle with all the wonderful memories she brought to you and your husband's life and to the children. Sleep Sweetly, Sweet Angel Lacee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaBluez Tess Posted July 24, 2011 Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 We are so sorry to hear of your loss....it's hard to let the little Angel go but she still is with you..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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