A week later, the biopsy results were in. Jake's growths were hemangiosarcomas, malignant tumors of the blood vessels. The prognosis is typically not good. However, there was a ray of hope in Jake's case. The type of hemangiosarcomas typically associated with the skin can often be removed by excision or amputation of the affected limb. Now we just had to determine whether this aggressive cancer had spread internally. If not, Jake would have his leg amputated and be given the chance at living a normal, happy, doggie life. If the cancer had spread, the prognosis is only about 6 months to a year. We were determined to remain optimistic - Jake was estimated to be about four years old and so full of life! Our fingers  

were crossed.  

Dr. Molesworth at Main Street Vet determined Jake's cancer hadn't spread and earlier this week, Jake underwent surgery to have his leg amputated! He's doing well

Jake's leg before the surgery.

but he's returning from the vet today and needs a foster home. Can you help? He'll likely have some trouble with steps until he gets the hang of only having three legs, so a single-floor home would be ideal. If you're able to provide a temporary foster for thiswonderful boy (or if you're interested in adopting him!), please contact Kim Shaeffer, our adoption coordinator, by e-mail here or 717-993-3232 ext. 224.

Can't foster or adopt but want to help diffuse the cost of Jake's surgery? Givea donation to help cover Jake's $2,500 medical costs here: