Hi all,
This is a difficult letter to write, so I'll keep it brief and to the point. If you've followed this blog, then you know that Sandy was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. It turns out the cancer that Sandy has is very aggressive and has already started to invade his urethral canal which is creating his bathroom difficulties, and there is reason to believe it will also spread to other places quickly (if it hasn't already). We've consulted with both vets, and today I was present for a ultrasound with another doctor who is an expert in this field.
Unfortunately all the evidence points to the same thing - the tumor is starting to degrade his basic bodily functions and there isn't really anything we can do to improve that. Tim had appointments in Mass. today, but we spoke after the ultrasound and we've decided it's time to let Sandy go, since in many ways it seems his body has already decided that. This may sound strange unless you've personally experienced this, but both Sandy and Samantha have done things recently which seem to indicate they both realize it's time to let Sandy rest. This will likely happen in the next day or two because there isn't really anything we can do to ease his discomfort, although thankfully there's no evidence he's in significant pain.
On behalf of Sandy, Samantha, Tim and myself, I'd like to express our many thanks for the many kind wishes for Sandy's recovery. Your kindness and support is a great blessing.
Our best to all,
Carla
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