Pages

▼

March 1, 2011

Not the news we wanted :(

We heard from the vet this afternoon, and sadly, our sweet Maggie's tumor is malignant. This kind of cancer -- called a mast cell tumor -- is apparently not commonly found internally in cats (it is actually most often found in the skin of dogs). In the coming days, we'll be consulting with an oncologist and our wonderful vet about possible options. As we've said all along, any decisions we make will be based on what is best for Maggie, her comfort, and her overall quality of life. In the meantime, we'll all just keep loving her as always. Thank you all, and please keep those purrs, prayers and good thoughts coming.
at

40 comments:

  1. The Chair SpeaksMarch 1, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Sending lots of comforting purrs from all of us.

    ReplyDelete
  2. havetailwillwagMarch 1, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    oh no! poor sweet maggie. sending positive vibes and hugs from malaysia..

    ReplyDelete
  3. Jans Funny FarmMarch 1, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Oh, we're sorry for the news, but hope Maggie will have more quality of life time. Purrs and tail wags.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Quill and GreysonMarch 1, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Purrs to all of you! My Cousin cat has this illness too they think. He is holding his own but has lost a lot of weight. Due to his age, they are not doing aggressive treatments just keeping him comfortable.

    ReplyDelete
  5. The Island CatsMarch 1, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    We're sorry it's not the news you wanted. We're purring for Maggie and all of you...we know you will do what's right for her.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Samantha & MomMarch 2, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Purrrs for Maggie and you all!!! We will keep you in our prayers!!
    ((((((HUGGGGSSS)))))))) from your TX furiends,

    ReplyDelete
  7. Summer at sparklecat.comMarch 2, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I am so sad to hear this. I am purring for Maggie.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Karen JoMarch 2, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I am very sorry that the news was not better. I hope that something can be done to help Maggie. I am sending her lots of healing purrs.

    Herman

    ReplyDelete
  9. dArtagnan Rumblepurr/Diego Hamlet MoonfurMarch 2, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    I hope you can hear my purrs, I'm doing them SO loud for this sweet girl.

    ReplyDelete
  10. EverycatMarch 2, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    We are so sorry to hear this news. We hope that the vets can come up with an option that keeps Maggie well and happy. We send Maggie and you many rumbly purrs and love.

    Whicky Wuudler
    Oliver
    & Gerry

    ReplyDelete
  11. The WhiskerattiMarch 2, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    We're very sorry about this. Like everyone else, we were hoping for better news. We know she's in very good hands with y'all, though, and will get the best care possible.

    ReplyDelete
  12. The MonkeysMarch 2, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    We are sorry to hear about Maggie's tumor and we're purring that something can be done to help her overcome it!

    ReplyDelete
  13. KeaMarch 2, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    We're so sorry for this news, you have no idea. Well, maybe you do. We *know* you will do whatever is best for *Maggie's* Highest Good, no one else's. Sending all our love, purrs, and universal Light.

    -Mom Kim, Nicki, Derry and beloved "angels" Annie and Chumley

    ReplyDelete
  14. PAWSKarynMarch 2, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    I'm so sorry for you both! Vets can work some miracles today, so there might be good news yet! Whatever happens, Maggie has had a blessed life living in such a loving home...we are all too aware how many kitties never have that.

    ReplyDelete
  15. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    We are so sorry to hear your news. We are sending loving purrs.

    ReplyDelete
  16. www.shelter-cats.comMarch 2, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    That's very sad news. I know you'll all take very good care of each other. Sending love and sympathy.

    ReplyDelete
  17. CatMarch 2, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Such sad news, we are so very sorry to hear this!!! I know you love Maggie and will do what is best for her comfort and care.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Milo and Alfie MarshallMarch 2, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    We are so very sorry to hear this news. We will purr and purr that Maggie is able to have the best quality of life for as long as possible. We just know you will make the most loving and kindest of decisions ~ but it will be hard. Purrs and ((((((hugs)))))

    love from Milo and Alfie, and our mom and dad xxxx

    ReplyDelete
  19. Hannah and LucyMarch 2, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    We are so sorry to hear the news about Maggie - we will continue purring for her. We hope there is something that can be done but know you won't let her suffer if the outsome is poor.
    With lots of purrs and whiskery kisses - luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

    ReplyDelete
  20. Brian's Home BlogMarch 2, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    My sisters and I send that sweet Maggie lots of loving purrs and hugs. I'm so sorry the news was not better.

    ReplyDelete
  21. Admiral HestorbMarch 2, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Mommy has leaky eyes and I am sending Maggie my whole love and deepest purrs and mommy sends her love and prayers for Miss Maggie's good and healing.
    ♥♥♥♥xoxox♥♥♥♥

    ReplyDelete
  22. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    We is sad. We is sending lots of love.

    ReplyDelete
  23. OKcatsMarch 2, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Oh no, we are so very, very sorry to hear this news about Miss Sweet Maggie. :( We are sure you must be devastated. We'll purr for you, and our mom sends you hugs.

    Love, Fuzzy and Zoe (and mom jana)

    ReplyDelete
  24. catsynthMarch 2, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Oh no, that is such sad news :(
    We will be sending lots of healing thoughts and purrs for Maggie.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Amy & the house of catsMarch 2, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Oh we are so so sorry for the bad news! We had hoped it would not be to bad. WE know you will make sure to do what is best for Maggie - we hope the outcome will be a good one. We are sending her lots of purrs and prayers (and are trying to mentally shrink that stupid tumor too if that is possible).

    ReplyDelete
  26. Kitty McCormackMarch 2, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear that your beloved Maggie is very ill. Me and the girls will be thinking of you and have added you to our purrayers list on our homepage. I hope that you will be able to save her. Best of luck.

    Kitty xxx

    ReplyDelete
  27. White Dog BlogMarch 2, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Sending soft woos of comfort and strong White Dog howls of healing energy to Magggie and all of you. This monster can be beaten, do not despair.

    ReplyDelete
  28. TamagoMarch 2, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Oh no sweet Maggie....we are so sorry to hear this..... We are very sad but glad she is taken care by kind people who want the best for her. Lot of hugs and prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  29. BethMarch 2, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    So sorry for this news. Praying for all of you.
    Blessings, Beth

    ReplyDelete
  30. Admiral HestorbMarch 2, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Love and purrs and blessings precious girl.

    ReplyDelete
  31. ClooneyMarch 3, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    We are very sorry for this news. We are sending Maggie and you both lots of purrs and prayers and our very best thoughts.

    ReplyDelete
  32. Ellen WhyteMarch 3, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Oh no! We're so sorry. Purring for all of you.

    ReplyDelete
  33. Alley Cats and Angels of North CarolinaMarch 3, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Oh no. I am so sorry for this news. Our prayers and purrs are with Maggie and PAWS.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Trixie, Lily, and Sammy-JoeMarch 3, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Stupid tumor! We are so sorry to hear that it wasn't good news! We will keep our paws crossed that Maggie will be feeling comfortable and painless as possible and that things will get better.

    ReplyDelete
  35. MargMarch 3, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Oh darn darn, we were sure hoping for better news and we knew you were too. We are sending tons of prayers and purrs. Maybe there is a treatment that won't ruin her quality of life. We sure hope so. We will be thinking about you Kevin and Tracey. Take care and tons of purrs coming to you Maggie

    ReplyDelete
  36. SASS....Sammy Andy Shelly SierraMarch 4, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Life can be such a bummer!!!! We continue purraying for sweet Maggie, and for everyone/everycat at PAWS. xxxxxxxxxxxxx

    ReplyDelete
  37. LPMarch 4, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    We are sad to hear this news.We are certain you will continue to surround Maggie with love and that your decisions around her future will be lovingly made,and made with her best interest at heart.
    We are thinking of you Miss Maggie.
    the critters in The Cottage

    ReplyDelete
  38. SherryMarch 4, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    I am so sorry for your news. A mast cell tumor killed my Airedale Keeper. It wasn't a painful type of cancer and I hope that will be true of Maggie.

    ReplyDelete
  39. one of Fae's humansMarch 5, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    this reply is really late, but i'm sorry to hear the bad news... :/ i'm sure that whatever decision you make will be the right one, but i hope that you all and Maggie will be alright through it all. :( *sends hugs and pets*

    ReplyDelete
  40. JacquelineMarch 5, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    We are so very sorry to hear this terrible news about lovely Maggie; our purrs and prayers are with you at this tough time...Best of luck with the oncologist, we hope there is something they can do to help her...We have no doubt she is surrounded by love and you will make the best decisions you can for her...Sending kisses to sweet, precious Maggie, hugs to you guys...J, Calle, Halle, Sukki

    ReplyDelete