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Question by DENICE
Submitted on 3/2/2004
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My 6year old golden has just been diagnosed with lymphoma, he will be undergoing chemo- treatments for eight weeks. Is there a support group , or a number I can call with advice or encoragement for some one who may be dealing with the same crisis?

Answer by Lynn
Submitted on 12/30/2004
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I am dealing with the same crisis. However, I am debating whether to let nature take its course or chemo therapy. This is my second golden retreiver to be so young to have cancer. My first golden was 7. I did go the whole nine yards with chemo it only extended the dogs life two months. I don't want to go through the pain. Golden are the best, but, just don't seem to last 10-15 years like other dogs.

Answer by Destiny
Submitted on 1/29/2005
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Hi denise.... first of all Im sorry to hear that and how is your goldie.. My mum is going through the same thing...we all are.Destiny is 15yrs old and has just been diagnosed with lymphoma..and vets say she has 4weeks to live.We are devastated.How did your goldie go with the chemotherapy.....were there any other alternatives....any advice would be appreciated as we are not sure what to do.

Answer by Diane
Submitted on 9/14/2005
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I too just found out my golden has been diagnosed with lymphoma, what is your dogs prognosis, how much quality time do they give you.

Answer by dan
Submitted on 11/27/2005
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i dont know of a support group, sorry, but i am here to tell you that your golden should be fine

Answer by Cheryl
Submitted on 12/27/2005
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I am so sorry. My golden girl was 4 and a half when she had lymphoma. She was diagnosed in August and passed away November 2nd.I went the antibotic and prednisone route.My vet said there was no cure. But her last days made me heart sick. She looked tired and it was if she aged over nite. I hope you have a better ending than me. I now have a 4 month old golden,just love them. It wont replace Cody but it does help ease the pain.

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