April 8th 2008 2:29 am
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Now that we have had a few days to let everything sink in, and come to the realization that Rudy is cancer free for now and hopefully forever. I have posted a few pictures of the Mast Cell Tumour, and surgery site. I want to bring as much awareness to this horrible disease that boxers are so prone to. Not once did we think that this was cancer. This growth looked more like a wart, it would come and go. Even our oncologist had doubts that this was a Mast Cell Tumour, because it did not look or feel like your typical tumour. This tumour was so poorly diffused.

Once you are informed that your loved one has cancer, there are so many thoughts that go through your mind on a daily basis. You want to do what is best for them, but you have to realize when you are just being selfish. Where do you draw the line, or more importantly how can you draw the line? Rudy gives us unconditional love, he is full of hugs and kisses, he is there when you need him. We can always count on Rudy to put a smile on our face, make us laugh when he is being a little comedian on a daily basis. After a stressful day at work, you come home and as soon as you walk in the door you mood changes immediately - he has a full blown butt wiggle going on just about turning himself inside out!

We have been very fortunate to have such a great prognosis. I guess my questions are: Boxers are always there for us - how do you know when you are being selfish?
Boxers bring so much happiness to our world - so why is this wonderful breed so prone to cancer?

Our thoughts and prayers are with everybody that is battling this horrible disease.

Rudy's Mom