Add CPR – You Can Do It!
As our furry loved ones age, it becomes more and more important to learn CPR. Like in people, it can mean the matter of life and death. We may be facing this very situation with our Briard, Bailey. Soon to turn seven, not really a long life for the breed, but an average one, she has recently developed atypical cells in a growth on her elbow. Ironic because I recently suffered a horrific accident on my elbow, that I am still recovering six months later and will be having my second operation coming up in January to try and get my arm straight, pain free and with more use in it. But the is another story for a different column.
Back to Baily, we have sent her growth, with atypical cells out to cytology and I am trying to keep a positive attitude knowing this breed is known to fail because of cancer. Fortunately, we have phenomenal Vets at the Dogwood Veterinarian Hospital & Pet Resort who caught it early. There are so many questions I know that will arise. Should it be cancerous, where to operate to remove the foot, or leave her comfortable to live out her life the loveable, active fun-loving way she is. But before I jump the gun, I open this question up to you, my loyal friends and readers, who have been in this horrible position before, to lend you thoughts on the subject in the most gentle and unjudgemental way as I know you will. It is a very personal decision with no right answer, but thoughts, ideas, guidance and prayers are most welcome. Thank you.
Pawsitively Yours,
Karen Barnett & PAWS (and Bailey) Hugs & Woofs 
