[Anne]

Lucasmom: there are a number of us going through this emotionally painful time at the moment with our osteosarcoma dogs. From what I gather Rottie40does Not currently have dog suffering this disease but has done in the past and her dog did suffer a pathologic fracture.

I worded my post in reply to Rottie40 badly. I didn't mean she deliberately elected to have her dog suffer the pain of a pathologic fracture but that it did happen. I had the impression that Rottie40 is in favour of waiting for this event with Lucas. My point is that I strongly urge you not to wait too long. I have seen a fracture only once, with my friend's OSA dog and I never want to witness it again.

I hope that I am observant and aware enough that I will NOT wait too long and have my Sophie suffer such trauma. I will put her gently to sleep to spare her this. My dog, who I love beyond words need not suffer such pain and the decision to put her to sleep will be the most emotionally painful thing I'll ever have to do.

Thanks to the folk who understood my badly worded post and were astute enough to know what I was getting at. Moondog you are brilliant at reading between the lines, knowing the true meaning of what is written. Thank you.

This thread has been a valuable support to those of us going through this very difficult time. Hopefully we can get back on track and continue to help and understand eachother.