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Parenting & Family > Pets > Bunjii Update ...
 

Bunjii Update ...

The Vet called.

Although it doesn't look good, there is still some hope.

He told me there isn't evidence that the fibrous sarcoma has metastisized. He also informed me that the Veterinarian world has been looking at evidence for the past few years that this type of tumor is a result of innoculations being given in certain locations on cats.

For instance, Feline Leukemia shots are generally administered at the right shoulder (where Bunjii's tumor appeared.) Other shots such as Rhino and FIP are then administered at the left shoulder and on the hip.

Sometimes these shots are grouped and given in a single place.

For some reason the shots have been linked to the incidence of tumor orgination.

That's one item. The other is that we will have to regularly check for regrowth on Bunjii. It will include radiographs (X-ray, scans & etc.) to look for tumors.

He mentioned that the location was in a critical muscle area where the surgery was limited in the amount of tissue that could be removed. Usually the surgery for a tumor would take out 3 cm of tissue around the tumor area. That was not possible.

Next Friday he goes back for suture removal and I am taking in his California medical records so they can check for the location of his previous shots.

After that, we wait, check and keep praying.

He said that one way of getting at a tumor early in that area of the body would be to amputate the limb. I said I would never agree to that.

So there is no prognosis. There is only hope, prayer and love.

We have to cling to those three.

In the meantime, I have five indoor cats. They will never again get shots. Indoor cats do not need them.

All of these cases show a 22 percent incidence of metastization. I am hoping that he is not one of those.

Thanks for your care, concern and especially the prayers.

We go on.

posted on June 14, 2008 6:04 AM ()

Comments:

Cuddle Bunjii for me, please, and let her cuddle you.
comment by thestephymore on June 19, 2008 9:49 AM ()
comment by shesaidwhat on June 18, 2008 11:54 AM ()
Here is my bouquet of love and prayers and healing hopeful hugs!
comment by marta on June 16, 2008 4:09 AM ()
JonDude, Bunjii, you're both in my prayers. God hold you in his hands, both of you.
comment by thestephymore on June 15, 2008 8:50 PM ()
I believe in praying for our pets. They are companions given to us by our Heavenly Father. I'll mention this to Him in my prayers.
comment by mzscarlett on June 15, 2008 7:37 PM ()
I just got in from a flight from Atlanta after a weekend in Kentucky with the kids. This is the first email I checked.... I'm not sure what to say~ I do know that many a dog and cat have lived happy lives and compensate quite well when losing a limb. Prayers are with you guys JOn.
comment by cindy on June 15, 2008 7:03 PM ()
Yes, some vets are too pushy when it comes to shots. Thanks for
warning. My kitties are also indoor beings. Will keep Bunjii
in my thoughts.
comment by tealstar on June 15, 2008 6:51 PM ()
My heart aches for you and Bunjii.I will pray for both of you.Laurie
comment by dogsalot on June 15, 2008 6:08 PM ()
comment by greeneyedgemini on June 15, 2008 8:28 AM ()
Bunjii is in my thoughts and prayers as you all are. I had no idea about all of this for their shots too.
comment by texastar on June 14, 2008 10:20 PM ()
You have hope prayer and love and a large sprinkling of faith on this end.((((hugs)))) to Bunjii and to you jondude.
comment by teacherwoman on June 14, 2008 4:45 PM ()
Good news Jon! As for shots, you can always get titers and only get shots when the levels are below the standard; or you can d/c all but the rabies. If nothing else, at least get that one and have your vet use different areas on his body. That one is usually required by law, etc, etc.
comment by catdancer on June 14, 2008 10:58 AM ()
I had no idea about the shot thing. I read your blog to my hubby and he was shocked also. I'm glad Bunjii is doing well, we will all keep him and you in our prayers Jon. *hugs*
comment by elfie33 on June 14, 2008 10:22 AM ()
That gives him a 78% chance that the tumor will not metasticize. Good odds, if you ask me. But prayers and love are great healers as well. I know he has lots of that from many different people.
comment by redimpala on June 14, 2008 9:41 AM ()
Hopefully he'll continue to heal and be as healthy as god allows. Just keep loving on him, and you'll both get though it
comment by ducky on June 14, 2008 9:11 AM ()
Wowie. I'm going to bounce this off my wife, the newly minted vet tech, who works with cats at Best Friends. Fingers are crossed for Benjii.
comment by looserobes on June 14, 2008 8:07 AM ()
keeping bunji in my prayers jon. that is just horrible that the shots can cause these tumors! all of my cats are indoor cats as well, though they do try to sneak out at times.
comment by elkhound on June 14, 2008 7:29 AM ()
They have been a lot of talks about shots for these
animals.I believed that my first cocker who died from
lukemia was evidence of this.But cannot proved it and they
will not agreed with you.Notice that they have cut one of the
shots from dogs,not sure which one that it was.
Your right about the shots there.
What about all the earlier animals way back when.
They never had any shots to speak of and did not hear too much
about their illness.Yes,time have change.
I wish Bunjii the best.Good idea not to have his leg ampuate.
I would pass on this.
Good luck and we are thinking about you and Bunjii.
comment by fredo on June 14, 2008 6:43 AM ()
we're all thinking of and praying for Bunjii, you and his "brothers and sisters". He's a tough guy and he'll pull through.

reguards
yer supportive pal
bugg
comment by honeybugg on June 14, 2008 6:20 AM ()
I'm OK. Bunjii is fine right now and healing. Life is tough sometimes but we manage to find some good spots along the way.
comment by jondude on June 14, 2008 6:15 AM ()

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