Hi everyone! It’s Walter here. Last week we had a great stretch of nice weather and we made sure to get out and enjoy it. Mom was there to catch some of the fun we were having.
I don’t know why this fly wanted to go for a ride on my head.
There is more mischief going on around here too. As you all know I had a lump removed from my mouth a couple of weeks ago. I’m all healed and feeling great now. We got the report from the pathologist this weekend and it isn’t all bad news but it isn’t great news either.
Mom says my portrait might change a little in about a month.
The good news is that the lump isn’t any type of aggressive or metastasizing cancer. What I do have is an Ameloblastic fibroma. These typically are locally invasive and often regrow in the same area. Because of that I’m being referred to an Animal Dental Specialist. The closest one to us is about an hour and a half drive away near Syracuse, NY.
According to my mom I already have an appointment for November 12th where it is expected that I will see the doctor in the morning and then have surgery that same day. The good news is that I only have to make one trip to that doctor. They will probably remove the two teeth that were closest to the lump and a small part of palate next to those teeth. I will be able to go home later that day. It’s going to be a long day for my mom who will have to hang out somewhere to wait until I’m ready to go home.
The bottom line is that I still need your crossed paws and pawrayers so keep the POTP coming.
I’m blowing raspberries at the pathology report.
Millie wanted to get in on the mischief today and has an opinion on my upcoming surgery as you can see above. I’m sure she is just glad it isn’t her.
Bird Brains & Dog Tales 
We are sad to hear about your lump, but glad it can be taken care of with some surgery. We’ll be sending lots of POTP to you and your family.
We did have some nice weather over the weekend. But we had to turn on the furnace this evening. Brrrr.
Well the good news is darn good Walter and of course we’re all sending prayers and POTP your way pal.
This all sounds very scary for you and your pawrents. I’m glad that you are getting top-notch care, Walter. Sending you all POTP.
Hari Om
Know that you have my POTP on its way to you Walter… and I’ll blow a few razzies along with Millies! Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
Oh Walter, we are sorry you are having to have surgery. Healing purrs and POTP from all of us here. Thanks for letting us hang out with y’all today while the house got flooring. Tuiren is going to come back tomorrow to snuggle with you if that is OK.
Oh, MY. More surgery…well, the POTP will be in full gear to get you through it and that it will be a good outcome as well. Glad it wasn’t the nasty C stuff.
We agree with Millie!
Oh noes. Oh Walter, I am sendin’ lots and lots of POTP to you my furiend! Tells your Moms that I am thinkin’ of her and that I am keepin’ my paws crossed real tight for a swift recovery. {{{{hugs}}}
Kisses,
Ruby ♥
OMD, Walter. Lots of AireZen and POTP is heading your way and my paws will be crossed for you!
Hang in there buddy! You are one tough pup! Keeping you all in my thoughts…
We’re glad it isn’t us either. We hope the dogtor gives you some good drugs so you don’t hurt. Paws crossed, POTP, and many prayers, Lucy, Xena and Amy
Walter darlin’ thank goodness for your peeps catching this early and your wonderful local vet. For sure I’ll be keeping you in my purrs and send hugs.
Tell mom I can’t be with her in person but she will be in my heart as she waits.
Oral stuff is kinda bothersome…Loving and healing hugs Cecilia
You’re right, it’s not all bad, but we’ll continue to send oodles of poodles of POTP your way. Losing teeth is never fun. Ear rubs and tail wags.
We are so happy it isn’t malignant or something like that. It is certainly worrying, but at least you can have it seen to! We’ll keep the POTP coming your way. Until then, you enjoy all those sunny days when you can doze.
We agree with Millie about the surgery!
thank DOG it isn’t the evil “C” but that is still serious surgery. Poor Mom and Dad have to be so nervous! We are sending TONS of POTP and we are here if Mom needs some support! xoxo
We will keep our paws crossed and the POTP coming for you Walter.
hugs
Mabel & Hilda
Sending POTP. I hope that it all goes smoothly.
Sorry to hear you have to go to the Doctors but they are generally kind people. We will be thinking of you Walter and wish you a safe trip and a speedy recovery.
When I had to have surgery not so long ago, I was allowed to take Brom with me. Perhaps you can take your favourite stuffie with you to look after you?
Klem, Mara
Hi Walter
So sorry to hear it is not all good news, and Gail and I have all fingers and paws crossed, hoping that things go well on November 12th. Meanwhile, make sure you get out and enjoy any more nice weather that comes your way.
Toodle pip!
Bertie.
Charlee: “We’re glad the news wasn’t worse, Walter, but sorry it wasn’t better.”
Chaplin: “We will keep up the purrs for you until your next appointment!”
Lulu: “And I will keep up the tail wags!”