Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Henry Strong

Henry

We finally received the biopsy results late yesterday evening. Unfortunately, the news is not good. Henry has renal cancer.

We are absolutely devastated. But beyond our incredible sadness, we do not have a good plan for how we are going to move forward just yet. Our vet is going to present Henry's case to an oncologist. From there we will have a better idea on how to proceed.

In the little that we know, we were told this type of cancer rarely occurs in dogs (especially pugs). Henry is also showing no signs of sickness (which apparently is sometimes the case with renal cancer).

As I write this, Henry is laying on the bed, licking his feet, oblivious to the horrible news we just received that affects him so personally. He is happy and content in this moment. The worries and fears for what the future is going to bring keep creeping into my brain, robbing me of this happy time. Right now that is my challenge. Enjoy these moments with Henry and not let worry take them from me.

We are hoping to have more information about how to proceed with treatment by Thursday. I don't know what treatment options are available to us or what that process is going to look like, but I can tell you that we will do whatever needs to be done for Henry as long as it supports him living a quality life.

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Heather

08/13/2014

Oh my God, I am shaking as I catch up with all of this (in France at the moment).

There are absolutely no words. I want to reach in and kiss Handsome Hank from head to toe.

My thoughts, prayers, tears are for you Hank. Stay strong and happy as only you know how to do. Love you so….

I can’t even imagine this…you are all in my constant thoughts.

Julie

08/13/2014

Henry!! No fair! Love to you and the family from Michigan. Keep being your puggy self, and take care of your peoples right now. Love to all of you.

Marcia

08/13/2014

I can’t believe this! How much more can you take. What a beautiful picture of Henry! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

sue wooding

08/13/2014

Corrine I am at a loss for words and indisbelief I am praying for you and Henry this just is not fair

Melissa

08/13/2014

My 💔breaks for you. Henry Strong for sure. I hate to say it but you know how they say died of a broken heart? I just don’t think the 3 amigos can be apart…they were all so close!
I am praying for you my bud, Hank! I love you!!

Lynn

08/13/2014

My heart breaks for you. my thoughts are with you.

Heidi H

08/13/2014

I am so so sorry and saddened to read this! I am thinking of you guys and sweet Henry at this time! Hoping for the best!

Pat

08/13/2014

Corinne, Henry and family… please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you all tons of hugs and love and waiting with you on the options. xo

Lori

08/13/2014

Sweet boy. He always has a smile. <3

Leslie

08/13/2014

I am so sorry, so very sorry to hear the news. Sending you all the hugs and prayers I can.

Mary M.

08/13/2014

Such devastating news. I’m sending many prayers for Hank and family.

Andi

08/13/2014

Oh no! I’m sending thoughts and prayers to you all. I’m so sorry to hear this bad news :(

Sue VDB and Annnie Fannie

08/13/2014

Again, no words. I can only pray the options for Henry are very good ones. This news on the heels of Baby Benny and Looney is ...

Nancy

08/13/2014

Heartbreaking news about Henry——- you are in our thoughts and prayers always.
XOX

Tessa, Wally and Little P

08/13/2014

Sometimes there just aren’t any words. So sorry to hear this news.

Christie

08/13/2014

This just sucks out loud!!! BUT I refuse to give up hope…I think there’s every chance you caught it early enough! Continuing to pray…

Kathy

08/13/2014

Corinne Strong! I am crushed but admire that you can even write such news. How wonderful that Henry lives in the moment - - prayers to all with much love.

Patty25

08/13/2014

Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear this news. Sending good thoughts and healing prayers for this handsome boy. Hope you get better news on how to treat and hopefully destroy all the bad “c” word.

xoxo Patty

Stacy

08/13/2014

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers - I was so hoping it would be better news for Henry. I can’t fathom what you’re going through and praying you find some peace and happiness despite the circumstances.

Gina

08/13/2014

There are absolutely no words. My stomach hurts so bad. Continuing to pray. Love and hugs to you all.

Danielle

08/13/2014

I am so very sorry to hear this devastating news about Henry. You and your family do not deserve this. I am passing positive thoughts your way that Henry will stay strong and get through this.

Janice Webb

08/13/2014

Words cannot be found or expressed at this time. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with Henry, you and your family. God bless each of you.

Janice, Snuggles, Sassy, and Dixie

Sleighbelle

08/13/2014

Oh my gosh. This can not be happening to OBP. I pray that this disease was caught early and Henry will have many more years with the family. I am so terribly sorry.

Jennifer Moulton

08/13/2014

Henry strong. And with a smile like he is wearing in his picture, it will make it easier for us to stay strong for his humans! Smooches and loves!

Martha

08/13/2014

I am so very sad to read this and hear that the worst diagnosis was the one given. You know that all of “us” (your OBP readers) care. And I am praying for a treatment option that will give Henry many more years in which he can enjoy his wonderful life.

Life has thrown much too much at you both already in such a short time, and I am praying for you two to have comfort and strength.

Sandra B.

08/13/2014

So sorry that you and your family have to go through this. Let’s all be “Henry Strong”. I’m sending prayers for the best outcome for Henry.

Let’s all be just like Henry and live in the moment and enjoy the little things and quite times together.

Punchbugpug

08/13/2014

Unbelievable news! Prayers coming your way during this time of unknowns. Deep breaths my friend. xoxo Punchy

Sue States

08/13/2014

OMG! Can’t believe what I read-sweet Henry-I along with so many others are praying for you & OBP family for treatment that will provide cure/quality of life for you. Stay Henry strong sweet boy! Pug hugs & prayers from pastor sue & the Colorado 2

Bernie

08/13/2014

I’m so sick to hear this news. As if you all haven’t been through enough lately. Try to be strong and know that so many people (and pups) are thinking of you and sending Henry love.

Lisa Gibson

08/13/2014

I am so sorry for your news. Sometimes I think life throws us more then we can handle. Stay strong.

Southern Fried Pugs

08/13/2014

My Isabelle (14+) has grade 3 mast cell cancer. I also had a foster pug who had mast cell. He went through chemo five years ago. If you need to talk about chemo or other treatments, please email. I’m happy to share what I have learned about diet, supplements, therapies, etc. I found the Dog Cancer Survival Guide to be very helpful.
This really is unfair beyond words.

Debra

08/13/2014

You and Henry are in my prayers tonight. I am so sorry for your loss and now the illness of Henry. Life is so unfair. May God bless you and comfort you. Please give your sweet pug a hug for me.

Deb Sheers
Cleveland, Ohio

pug mama

08/13/2014

tears. That’s all I got. I am so so sorry the news was this. Henry Strong. I know he will get the best possible treatment. Praying for options Henry. My heart aches for your entire family.

Zoe, Peyton, Webster, Liberty & Whitney

08/14/2014

This makes me sad ... my pugs are all close in age (6 to 4)! I know we all hope and pray they live forever! Henry is so lucky to have such a wonderful family!

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