I have very sad news, Smokey went for surgery on weds. to have more of the mass removed. In just a week Smokey's tumor has grown and invaded so much that surgery is not an option any more. My vet told me a surgery now would leave him in quite a lot of discomfort. We also decided not to treat Smokey with chemo, his type of cancer is a very nasty one, the kind of chemo that many Vets from several states came up with, is so caustic, Smokey would be deathly sick. I brought him home in tears, he played and ran with Jim and Molly when we got home and wondered what all the fuss was about. I am heartbroken, he is the sweetest fellow, he cuddles, likes to be scratched in all his can't reach places, he is very loving. Vets and fuzzy owners from many states have tried to help Smokey, I thank you very much for the help and support you gave. Thankyou Again, Lorie [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 1746]