Meet Honey, This is the poor soul Dumaguete Animal Sanctuary rescued today. Honey was dumped in severe condition with the biggest tumor on her face. She was in discomfort for a long time since she was swollen and infected.
” We are with her now at Animal Wellness getting X-rays to find out if this mass is treatable. Her early blood tests revealed that her organs were working OK, but she is anemic. She was also found to have heartworm.
They will put her on anti-inflammatory for 2 weeks and also work on raising her red blood cell count. She will then require surgery and chemotherapy. She stands a high chance of living a regular, happy life!
She need to do surgery to remove the mass, followed by chemo if it is cancerous. Given the position of the tumour, surgeons will need to do the procedure at Animal Wellness, where they have gas anaesthetic, giving Honey the highest chance of survival.
Her red blood cell count is still low after 15 days in the center, therefore she will have a transfusion. Hopefully, surgery will be performed soon after.
“Day 17: Honey’s operation has just begun. Just before she was sedated, she was photographed with Rina and Rudylyn. We will do the procedure at Animal Wellness since gas anaesthesia is safer for more serious instances. Because the tumor is so close to her brain, the procedure will be lengthy and complicated.
Day 19: Honey’s surgery was as successful as it could be given that the tumor had grown around so many of her facial and optical nerves. Unfortunately, the nerves controlling her left eyelid had to be severed, leaving her with a little droop.
The tumor was huge, and as a result the surgical wound is large. She is eating chicken which is a good sign. She will be able to live a normal life even without it. She is already eating on her own, but her face is still swollen from the operation and inflammation, so doctors are hopeful she will eat more once that subsides.
She is still in the very early stages of recovery from such an invasive surgery, and each day she survives without complications, is a blessing. She made it through the procedure!!! Honey is still deemed critical, but she is awake and breathing.
“We just had the results of Honey’s tumor biopsied and unfortunately it’s malignant. Doxorubicin is the most effective chemotherapy treatment for the type of cancer she has. We must act quickly to halt the spread of any cancer that may still be present in Honey’s system.”
She hadaother tumor in her vagina but the amazing news is that the tumor in her vagina has shrunk by 60 percent since she started chemo and she has only had two sessions so far.
After more than 3 months, she’s gaining weight and is generally in good spirits despite being on chemo. Her prognosis is still uncertain because chemo affects the organs, but we are confident she will recover completely.
Dog’s Unwavering Trust in Owner, Clinging to Him During Walk, Warms Hearts
Amidst the chaos and demands of everyday life, there are those small, precious moments that have the power to make us smile, often when we least expect it. These moments serve as reminders of our fondest memories, cherished friendships, or beloved pets. Recently, a heartwarming photograph captured one such moment, spreading joy and warmth across the internet.
The image depicts a young boy carrying his loyal dog to the market early in the morning. This simple act touched the hearts of many and prompted an outpouring of positivity, accumulating up to 17,000 likes and hundreds of heartfelt comments.
Bui Tu Anh, a viewer of the photograph, was transported back to his own childhood memories as he gazed at the image. He reminisced about his spacious garden, where he raised dogs, cats, rabbits, and chickens. The sheer joy of nurturing these animals and spending carefree moments with them was enough to create lasting, beautiful memories.
The photograph’s magic lies in the dog’s endearing gesture of wrapping its forelimbs around its owner, a gesture that melts the hearts of all who see it. Perhaps, the boy is too young to understand his pet’s fear of falling, but he knows the remedy lies in holding his furry friend close as they journey together on the bike.
The photographer behind this heartwarming image, Ngan Ha, shared her story. She had visited Don Market in Phu Binh, Thai Nguyen, and encountered this scene that touched her deeply. Being an animal lover herself, she couldn’t resist capturing this special moment. She added, “I have pet dogs at home, so whenever I see a dog, I connect with it. This boy reminds me of my own childhood.”
To Ngan Ha’s surprise, her hastily taken photos at the market resonated strongly with the online community, sparking conversations and nostalgia about youthful memories with family pets.
The charming image of the boy and his loyal companion on their market adventure reignited the fond memories of countless people who had grown up with beloved pets. They recalled the times when pets were like family members, accompanying them on village adventures, or patiently sitting in carts with three-wheel platforms.
Sharing their stories, readers fondly remembered their own pets and their unique quirks. From daring bicycle rides with dogs to cats eagerly awaiting their owners at the school gate, these tales of companionship and love filled the comments section.
One commenter, Suy Huynh, even humorously pledged to save money and raise Pitbulls to spend their lives together in blissful companionship.
Today, pets are more than just animals; they provide companionship, emotional support, and reduce feelings of loneliness and stress. They boost self-esteem and bring forth positive emotions, especially in children. While many consider their pets as family members, there are situations where the human-animal relationship becomes strained, leading to pet abandonment. Various reasons, such as lack of time, financial hardship, unexpected litters, family dynamics, or changes in the household, can result in this unfortunate outcome.
However, the experience of abandoned animals on the streets varies greatly. Some are fortunate enough to find new loving homes, while others face a harsher fate. The challenges and outcomes these animals encounter serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need to support animal welfare initiatives.
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