Glamis was born on July 5, 2000. He was our second puppy to raise for Canine Companions for Independence. He graduated as a Skilled Companion and worked for 9 years in Minnesota. After he retired, he moved back to Michigan to live out his retirement with us. It has been just over 3 months since we lost Arri to cancer and now it looks like we get to ride the roller coaster again - with a very different type of cancer.

This blog is written as a form of therapy. It allows me to clear my head and not dwell on events. There will be times of great emotion and brutal honesty. If you have questions, ask. You are welcome to share your comments. Every dog is different and every cancer experience is different. If you or someone you know is dealing with cancer in a pet, please feel free to share this blog or Arri's - arridog.blogspot.com.

Monday, July 1, 2013

June 18, 2013 something is not right

June 18, 2013

Today is the first chance I have taken to get a look at Glamis' mouth.  I wanted to allow a little time for healing.  Ok, that isn't quite true.  I just didn't take the time to flip up the lip.  I didn't think it was a big deal.  He got hit in the mouth.  End of issue.

I did want to make sure he wasn't weeping any blood that he was swallowing.  When I lifted up the lip, I knew something was not right.  There was a very swollen gum.  I wasn't thinking 'mass' at that point.  Just still thought the gum was swollen.  It should have gone down by now.  I called the vet and got an appointment for Thursday afternoon.
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