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[quote=Anonymous]We have a 10 year old large (80lb) dog with back problems and cancer. We discovered this in early December and decided to opt for palliative care over trying to treat. With a large tumor on his liver, in addition to other organs, it seemed cruel to try to put her through surgery and chemo at her age. We wouldn't be able to afford the treatment, either.

She has had some bad periods mixed with longer good, energetic periods since diagnosis. I think we've reached a point where she's not going to bounce back anymore. I contacted the vet to see if we could add any additional pain meds to her Tramadol just to make her as comfortable as possible at this point. They won't do it without another visit and the same round of $600+ tests. I don't see the point in more testing to tell me my dog is dying.

Has anyone had luck with adding to Tramadol to manage pain?

I am fairly certain the next time we see a vet, it will be for euthanizing her. Does anyone have a recommendation for vets that will do this at our home in Fairfax county? I'd rather not put her through the trauma of a vet visit.

Any advice is welcome. Thanks! [/quote]

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