Where has time gone? I recently noticed that I haven't blogged about anything since announcing the release of DogHouse Covers in early November! November pretty much flew by as we focused on promoting our newest creation, designer slipcovers for dog crates. However, this December has been dedicated to taking care of Cody. Cody, for those of you that don't know, is the single reason DogHouseProperties.com exists. Having relocated to California from the East Coast, we had a very difficult time find a pet friendly rental with him (our wonderful, gentle 85 lbs Labrador). Cody helped us realize that pet owners deserve a resource dedicated solely to them.
On December 5th, we noticed that Cody wasn't acting like his cool, calm and collected self. Watching his behavior, we assumed he had a seizue and rushed him to the emergency vet's office. A few tests revealed Cody's spleen ruptured due to a tumor. He was experiencing internal bleeding and was kept overnight for monitoring. The following day, Cody underwent surgery and had his spleen and the tumor removed.
The doctor informed us a week later that Cody's tumor is in fact malignant. Cody, our beloved 7 year old Lab, is living with Hemangiosarcoma - a highly malignant form of cancer. While our doctor removed the tumor, it is expected to spread into other major organs in the near future.
Dogs that live with Hemangiosarcoma have a short life span after diagnosis, usually up to 1 year. The news has been devastating, but we know we have given Cody the best life we could possibly give him. From spending his days at Three Dog Bakery with his dad...to having DogHouseProperties.com built in his honor. We love Cody and cherish every waking moment with him that we can. Cody has had a speedy recovery after surgery and is doing well given the circumstances.
Please enjoy this holiday season and remember to tell your dog (or cat) that you love them!
DogHouse Covers | Designer | Crate Cover | Cody
Labrador | Gentle | DogHouseProperties.com
Spleen | Rupture | Seizure | Internal Bleeding
Tumor | Surgery | Malignant | Hemangiosarcoma
Cancer | Major Organs | Three Dog Bakery
