
Our sweet Ruby was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in her elbow a couple of months ago. We were told that for more info, we could take her to an Oncologist. A quote for services from the oncology group was about $1300, simply for a consult and dx. I think not. I did some research instead and stumbled upon FOCC (Flax Seed Oil and Cottage Cheese). We also switched dog foods to a grain-free/high-priced variety. Within about a week, Ruby quit limping and became her old self. I kept this up for several weeks but then I got lazy or tired. About 2 weeks ago, Ruby began limping again. Then as quickly as that happened, she had a seizure. A week went by and then she had another. I called the Vet and he said to just keep an eye on her. It was possibly due to the pain in her arm but he doubted that it was the cancer spreading! I was kinda in disbelief but he said that this was not the type of tumor to spread. OK, you're the doctor. As soon as I hung up the phone, she had another seizure. She had about 6 more over the next 12 hours. I called the Vet back and he was out. We were referred to a Neurology group this time and they quoted me $2000+ to dx the cause of the seizures. HA! I called the Vet back and asked for phenobarbital. Ruby started on that, re-continued her Tramadol (pain meds) and of course, her FOCC. Last weekend wasn't pretty. She didn't have any more seizures but she was obviously wiped out. She barely moved and when she did, she was eliminating in random locations (Den, patio?, bedroom, etc). Well, just when I thought she was gone, she jumped up yesterday and just HAD to ride in the car to take the kids to school. YAY RUBY! She did it again today. Her limp is less, too.
Could the FOC really be that awesome? I don't know but something is helping her and I'm so thankful!