A Devastating Discovery - My Beagle, Nigel, affectionately known as Boofy or The Boof, was diagnosed with a type of cancer known as canine lymphoma. He was just eight years old. This is his (and our) story, told so others can benefit from our experiences.
~ Pet Loss
Healing ~ Friday, August 2,
2002 - A very sad day. Boofy's time had come. This was probably
one the hardest things I have ever had to do. Making the Difficult Decision, by Davet Just this side of Heaven is a place
called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone
here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special
friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine,
and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill or
old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and
strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days gone by. The animals are
happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them
who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one
suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body
quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs
carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you
and your special friend finally meet, you cling to each other in joyous reunion, never to
be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved
head and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your
life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge
together........ What I recommend... Nutrition
For Dogs With Cancer - bits and pieces of information I've gather together Veterinary Cancer Society - The Veterinary Cancer Society was formed in 1974 by an interested
group of veterinary oncologists. It is a non-profit educational organization. The Veterinary Mall
- A mall-type website devoted to animal care with an large resource center. Their web site
provides an excellent overview about canine lymphoma. Endless Love -
An Internet mailing list (with archives) offering support and information for people who
have pets with cancer. Pet Cancer Support Group - A
forum for people whose pets either have cancer, or have died from cancer. Other People's/Pets Lymphoma Stories Living
with Canine Lymphoma - Clondike's Story Five Years in
Remission - So Far A very special heartfelt
thank you to everyone, family, friends, Luv & Hugs, Face Licks & Tail Wags, 
Please read
the well wishes Boofy received during his illness....
thank you to everyone!
January 2002 Entries February/March 2002 Entries April 2002 Entries 
Regular veterinary examinations
Proper
diet and nutrition - avoid foods with chemical additives!
Plenty
of fresh water
Use
only natural cleaning products in your household, and avoid the use of products containing
chemicals
Plenty
of love, kisses, hugs and belly rubs!!! 
while researching in preparation for starting to make my own cancer diet dog food for
Boof.
We are not alone...
eBay
buddies & complete strangers (who are no longer strangers!!!)
for all the hugs, love, Reiki, prayers and well wishes!
Shari
The Boof
This page made with a whole lotta
love!!!
