Lost our Sheltie to bladder cancer

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Brent Smith

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We lost our sheltie/papillon last night. She was only 6 years old. She couldn't poo and was constantly squatting to do so and 6 days later we started to see blood in her urine. The vets thought it was a urinary track infection and found that her bowels were full. Steroids, painkillers and antibiotics were given but no luck We put her down January 6th only 6 days after seeing the beginning of problems. She couldn't hold her pee and was piddling everywhere with blood. We gave the vet permission to look to see what was actually happening and It turns out that her bladder was shrunk to the size of a grape and had blood in the lining of her bladder...the very start of bladder cancer. We loved our sheltie, of course we all do.....and are going to give it a few days before we look at get another
 
I am so sorry for your loss. It is Even more traumatic considering how young she was. I hope the memories of fonder days gone by fill your heart.
 
Sorry to read about your loss Brent and then only 6 years.
For me, it has always been the best to have a little new to distract the sad thoughts.
 
I'm very sorry to hear about Brent. Bladder cancer is a tough one...we lost one of our girls to it several years ago at age 10. I agree with the consensus that adding a new little one sooner rather than later helps healing. It doesn't replace the one you lost, but it's hard not to smile at puppy antics. They demand your attention and it's the best distraction you can have. Eventually, you will be able to remember the good times with Brent and it doesn't hurt quite so much.
 
Ann said:
I'm very sorry to hear about Brent. Bladder cancer is a tough one...we lost one of our girls to it several years ago at age 10. I agree with the consensus that adding a new little one sooner rather than later helps healing. It doesn't replace the one you lost, but it's hard not to smile at puppy antics. They demand your attention and it's the best distraction you can have. Eventually, you will be able to remember the good times with Brent and it doesn't hurt quite so much.
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We were looking for another last night :)
 
Brent, Hope you find your new sheltie soon... Post pictures when you can... We are all so excited for you.
 
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