Honey Bear is sicker than we first thought. After her initial visit with the vet, she felt better right away due to the antibiotics and steroid injections. But by Sunday she was back to looking sickly again. I was trying to entice her to eat more with things she loves like tuna and chicken but noticed she was having trouble chewing. I suspected a dental issue. So, I give her food that she lap up easily and off to the vet we went again yesterday.
I was right about the dental issue; the good news is that it can be treated. The bad news is that she also has a tumor in her tummy pushing on her intestines. The vet suggested an oral antibiotic for the dental problem and an oral steroid to try and shrink the tumor. Thankfully they gave the two mixed together making it only 1ml twice a day that I have to cram down her throat. Anyway, she won’t have much more time with us. I am hoping she will start eating more so she won’t be so weak. I want her to have a little time left where she feels better so I can give her more lovins before she goes. Right now she hides a lot.
The vet said we could probably get her feeling better for 2 weeks to 2 months on the steroid but we have to wait and see how she does. I will eventually have to make that inevitable and heartbreaking decision to let her go…
Being Aunt Debbie 
Oh Debbie I am so sorry to hear about poor Honey Bear. I can relate as I went through the same thing last year. My dear GraCee was almost 19 years old and developed a tumor in her jaw. She had trouble eating and was on a pretty much liquid diet for the last few months of her life. In November I finally had to let her go. It is hard to lose our fur babies, they are family. My heart goes out to you and you and Honey Bear will be in my prayers. Love her lots!
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Thank you. 💜 It’s terribly difficult. They are definitely family. I’m sorry about your GraCee. 💔
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Thank you 💜
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My heart goes out to you, Debbie. Your Honey Bear has had a good life and I know you’ll do the right thing at the right time. So, so sorry…
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Thank you ❤️
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I am so sorry to hear that she has gotten worse. I really hope she bounces back for some big time love from you before the best thing for her has to be done. It is a horrible decision to have to make and so very painful. Just remember she will always be a part of you. Pet her for me too!
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Thank you 💜
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You’re welcome.
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Very sorry to hear about Honey Bear’s prognosis, Deb. Spoil her as much as you can. Hugs to you and your family at this difficult time.
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Thank you for sharing your Honey Bear’s story. It’s so sad to hear about the tumor, but it’s good that you can help her with medication. Wishing her all the best and lots of love. Thank you for your post.
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Thank you for your kind thoughts. We lost Honey Bear in July. It was the kindest thing to do for her since meds weren’t working.
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