I took Boo-Boo to the vet yesterday. He has had a "Fat Pad" that has somewhat solidified. He has gone from 187 in like Oct of last year to the 150's. He looks so much older now than 1/2 a year ago, especially if I put him next to BJ who is only a year younger. He acts fine, does not eat as much, and seems to be in no pain.
The vet is supposed to remove the mass and have it tested next Monday.
My question's are-
The vet is concerned how Boo will handle the anesthesia at his age. Anyone have any experience there?
Should I risk the surgery? If it is cancer what are his odds with or with out it, given his age?
What else should I be aware of?
Sorry, I am just kind of numb right now...

Pat, Boo-Boo, and BJ

I'm so sorry you and the boys are going through this

I dont have any experience to offer, but just wanted to let you know id keep him in my thoughts. Hope all goes well.

Oh poor Boo-Boo. Good thoughts and prayers coming your way Pat. Keep us posted!

Pat, I am sending lots of prayers and good thoughts your way, for both you and BooBoo (and BJ, too!)!

Pat, I sent you an email.


Jen

Poor Boo Boo. Hugs to you and the boys. Keep us posted

Awh Pat! That makes me sad! I'll keep him in my thoughts!

sorry about the troubles pat!!!

Those are excellent questions Pat and I really hope someone with any experience in something like this will pop in soon to help.

You know you and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers. Should you decide to go through with the surgery, I will pray for a successsful outcome and speedy recovery for Boo.

Give the boys my love and kisses and a for you

Oh Pat I'm so sorry to hear about Boo Boo. I wish I had advice for you. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers.

You and Boo-Boo are in my prayers.

Pat, you and your darling boys are in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us updated.

HUGS

Pat, you and Boo-Boo and BJ will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Boo-Boo is in my thoughts!

Hopefully, the experienced members will chime in with their thoughts on the surgery and possible cancer survival rates.

I wish him a speedy recovery and that he remains pain free. ((HUGS))

I'm so sorry that you and Boo-Boo are going through this. My prayers are with you and your boys

My whole family will be praying for all 3 of you!

Pat, I let my mom know and she will keep you guys in her prayers, as well.

i would give almost anything to be close to you rite now.
you were a strong helper to me w/sissie.
& i have so enjoyed reading thru all of your knowledge, & seeing the pic's & vid's have been wonderful!!!!!
i know nothing when it comes to gliders as you do,but i do want to let you know that you will be in my fore front of thoughts until this is all over w/& he is home & well,& happy as befor!!!!!!!!!!!
josefine

Thanks everyone. I have sent some PM's out to people recommended to me that would have experience with something like this and I am waiting to hear back.

Pat

Please keep us posted Pat...
Your boys are just the cutest ever!
I am thinking of you guys!

Prayers are coming your way for Boo-Boo - let's hope Suz gets on and gives you some advise -

How old is Boo-Boo - I didn't see his age mentioned anywhere - and has your vet been taking care of your kids for long -

We're all guessing and it might not be cancer and then the vet can get in and out fast - Please think positive -

Sue
owned by &
mom to

My prayers are with you guys. I can only share my experiences and would be happy to do so. ((((HUGS))))

Please do. That is what I am looking for and it may be of help to others too.

Boo will be 9 next Thursday.
This is one of several vets I have used, one I feel comfortable with.
Thanks everyone :O)
Pat, Boo-Boo, and BJ

hoping that you heard from someone that had some insight. You are all in our prayers.....

Oh pat i am soo sorry to here about Boo-Boo i hope everything goes well! thoughts and prayers are with youand your suggie family!

Oh Pat, you must be a wreck! I will sure be keeping you and Boo Boo are in my thoughts (And of course Boo Jr.)

if it were me. i would first make sure its not an abdominal surgery because the blood loss will kill him. so as long as its not and your vet is experienced with isoflurin gas the only one to use as its safest. it would be worth traveling to a very experienced glider vet like dr tristan or dr bradley.

She has she will be using Sevoflurane if I read it right.
The paper says Sevoflurane Adjustment, and then Anestesia Inhalent right underneath that on the estimate?
I will get a new picture of the mass and it's location tonight and post it.
Thank you.....Pat

While the estimate says Sevoflurane I am pretty sure she said isoflurane when she was in the room with me. I will confirm this tomorrow

i hadn't thought of that. this may be something you should check into,pat.doesn't dr bradley live in ks,& that isn't too awfully far from you,is it?
please let us know what you think on this. even if your vet is a good one,if he doesn't really know this procedure very well,it would be great for him & you to be talking to either vet.
my vet,before sissie died,did confer w/tristan quite abit.
once she had died,though,he would no longer see gliders,no matter how much i pleaded w/him to continue on w/helping me w/cosmos. but he was firm,a no ment no. the only thing i could have come up w/on this was that evidently he wasn't as knowledgeable as we thought,& he didn't want anymore babies to die under his care.
josefine