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| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 6:38:27 PM
My DD's dog Baxter was just diagnosed with Lymphoma cancer. She is devastated. She rescued him over five years ago from a high-kill shelter. They said he was aggressive. The previous owners kept him in a kennell all the time and the kids in the house threw stuff at him. My DD worked with him quite a bit and he has turned out to be the best dog ever. He is so caring and concerned for everyone and is so eager to please. He is also her guardian when her DH is deployed. Please say a little prayer for him. They have just started chemo and will know in a couple of weeks if he is responding.
Baxter has been up and down over the last couple of months. Right now he is in remission! Thank you for all your prayers!
Here is a recent picture of Baxter. My DD and SIL took him on a boat ride to celebrate!
 
NEWEST UPDATE:
Baxter is no longer in remission and his lymph glands have swollen again. They tried a new chemo protocol yesterday and he did not take it very well. Throwing up and shaking all night. My DD took him back to the cancer center and they gave him fluids and anti-nausea medication. He was there all day and my DD went and sat in the kennel with him. They stabilized him and she brought him home. If he starts suffering badly she has a vet standing by. She is very upset so prayers for her and Baxter are appreciated. We knew this day was coming but you are never really ready.
The last photo of my DD and Baxter. He started really failing at midnight last night. They carried him to the Vet and helped him cross the bridge. He will be forever in our hearts. My DD is taking it really hard today.
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farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
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| annielaurel |
Posted - Sep 28 2012 : 04:43:12 AM
I am praying that you will feel better soon. Losing a loved family member is so very hard. When my Clara passed over the bridge I cried for her for nearly 3 months. She was there for me always. I have since had to my sweet Katie go over the bridge and she was such a sweetheart. Just remember that many will not understand your pain but that is okay because there are many of us who understand.
Hugs,
Nancy
Make everyday a celebration of the heart.
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| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Sep 27 2012 : 3:53:44 PM
Thank you my dear sisters for all the prayers for my DD concerning Baxter. Every day it gets a little better. She had him cremated and brought his ashes home. She put his collar and favorite toy along with some pictures into a shadow box. They are looking for a nice urn to keep his ashes in. My DD got a tattoo of the exact replica of his paw print on her wrist with some nice words and her DH got a tattoo of Baxter on his shoulder. The artist did a wonderful job and I will post a photo soon.
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farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Sep 27 2012 : 11:49:03 AM
My love and thoughts are with your daughter--this is SUCH a tough decision. But the right one--I wish we could decide similarly for our human loves. Remembering this boy as I see in the above pictures, whole and healthy.
Godspeed, Baxter.
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| laurentany |
Posted - Sep 27 2012 : 11:31:05 AM
Diane-
I am so sorry for your family's pain. We too had a beloved Boxer- named Buffy, whom we lost just over 2 years ago. We since rescued another dog, but no one could ever replace our Buffy- she was a very special part of our family and always will be.
I feel your pain and will pray for comfort for all of you.
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
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| Tes |
Posted - Sep 23 2012 : 6:22:12 PM
What a beautiful dog! He will be waiting for you up there in heaven and I am sure he is so happy now. Thanks for sharing this. I have had to go through this various times with various pets that I have had, including an iguana, but I know that I will see them all again! Blessings and prayers your way! |
| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Sep 01 2012 : 5:28:26 PM
So sorry, Diane. Losing a beloved pet is some of the worst and deepest pain there is. Baxter found love and the real 'dogs life' with you all.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Aug 31 2012 : 2:49:33 PM
Diane: my heart hurts for both of you. You both will be in my prayers. Hugs.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Aug 31 2012 : 2:24:07 PM
Marly,
I am OK, thanks for asking. The other day I was at the pet food warehouse and saw a boxer and started bawling!
My DD and her DH are taking one day at a time. My DD calls daily just to cry and reminisce. She is making a shawdowbox memorial to him and they are getting tatoos to memorialize Baxter. What can I say, she was really close to that dog.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Aug 31 2012 : 10:17:00 AM
Diane, how are you and your daughter doing? I hope you both are a little better. Hugs to both of you.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| wooliespinner |
Posted - Aug 31 2012 : 09:03:21 AM
So so sorry. Hugs to you all. What a beautiful soul Baxter is.
Linda
Raspberry Run Farm
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| marlee |
Posted - Aug 27 2012 : 09:58:36 AM
So sorry!
Marlee
God is the painter, he paints the picture. And his son builds it, for he is the Master Carpenter! |
| GirlwithHook |
Posted - Aug 27 2012 : 09:52:15 AM
*hug*
A hook, a book, and a good cup of coffee.... |
| crafter |
Posted - Aug 27 2012 : 05:50:37 AM
I am so sorry for the loss of dear Baxter!! What beautiful pictures you have shared with us. Keeping Shannon and the entire family in my prayers- such a hard loss!!
Lori
Gernerosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need! |
| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 6:00:56 PM
My tears and prayers are with you all for Baxter. He looked like one sweet heart. Thank you for sharing his pictures with us..
Take care
hugs for you and your daughter
darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer |
| prariehawk |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 4:37:16 PM
I wish I could send a hug through e-mail. I have a fourteen year-old boxer and they are the best dogs. Baxter knew he was loved and that's what counts.
Cindy
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| CountryBorn |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 1:51:00 PM
My heart goes out to your daughter and all who loved Baxter. My sweet doxie Barney developed lymphoma when he was only 3. I went through the exact same thing. We just adored him. He was chocolate and tan and had these really long ears and these eyes that were just so soulful. I found the swollen nodes and I knew right away what it was. I waited a couple of weeks cause I just didn't want the vet to say it out loud. Then we went the same route, the chemo and the pills, we did everything. He lasted a year but the last few weeks he was not himself. I took him for a chemo treatment and he was sitting in the front seat as usual, but this time he didn't start to whine as we neared the vet. (he hated to be left, even though they adored him) I had a sinking feeling then. He died as soon as they took him back for treatment. They never even started. I got the call on my cell almost as soon as I left. He was ready I guess, but it so broke my heart. I wish I could hug and comfort your daughter. It is just so heart breaking. But, she knows in her heart that they did everything they could for Baxter and that he was so happy to spend his last days with those he loved and loved him so much. It will take some time and she needs to let it out. They will never forget him. He'll be waiting for them. This I know.
Hugs Mary Jane
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| Karrieann |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 10:39:11 AM
...so sorry. Heartfelt prayers on their way.
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| KathyC |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 09:57:39 AM
I am so sorry for Shannon, times like this are really tuff. Loved the pictures of Baxter, he looks like a very cool dog.
Kathy |
| nubidane |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 09:07:29 AM
He was ready, you can see it in his eyes.
Prayers to you all |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 09:01:24 AM
Diane, I am crying like a big baby right now. Prayers and hugs to you and your DD. I am so sorry for the loss of Baxter.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 08:21:29 AM
It has been hard to comfort my DD over the phone. She lives in SC and I am in WI. I have been down there many times and enjoyed Baxter so much. Thank you for all the kind wishes. I have shared this site with her and hope it comforts her.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
| kristin sherrill |
Posted - Aug 26 2012 : 07:56:36 AM
Please give your daughter a big hug from me. I have a grand dog just like Baxter except it's a girl, Daisy. So I know how you feel about yours.
Kris
Happiness is simple.
www.kris-outbackfarm.blogspot.com |
| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Aug 25 2012 : 7:20:02 PM
My prayers are with you all. I know that you had a very special life with Baxter and love him very dearly and he knows that, you are his family.
bless you all.
love darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer |
| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Aug 25 2012 : 4:41:42 PM
Baxter wearing shades.
Shannon and her boy, Baxter.
On August 19th, my DD and SIL 6th anniversary they took all three dogs boating for the day.
He was always very regal.
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farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
| Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Aug 25 2012 : 4:29:12 PM
Thank you all for your prayers and kind words. I sent them on to my daughter. They are taking it one hour at a time. He is not eating or drinking, but my DD was a vet tech and can give him fluids under his skin. She has a very good friend that is a vet that is standing by when they feel the time is right. Her DH is a drill sergeant and works long hours but is home this evening to spend it quietly together with Baxter. The other two dogs seem to know. My DD is taking it very hard. All your words help us greatly.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
