Pullman - Washington State University - Dog Radiation Therapy

[@DeeB424]

ALL furbaby moms/dads stand with you. This is as painful as taking care of a sick child. Your heart breaks and you want to do anything to help them. Believe me, my heart aches for Apollo and I 🙏 for you

[@irisayala8759]

Dear Silky, Apollo and your fur babies are not just dogs. They are family. That is how I think about my fur babies . We are with you.❤

[@scm0717]

It's great that he is still eating and he goes for the walks. Love you Apollo!

[@silki24]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@caetlynrose4]

I'm crying just as you are telling your story... We care and we cry along with you because we know both the joy and pain. We, like you, have family members, not pets. Hugs Silkie. I admire your strength.

[@silki24]

thank you ❤️❤️

[@robster985]

Thank you for sharing. I've been in your spot with the university and the suffering of you both. It's breaking my heart. Past memories of the vet coming to the house. I'm sorry your going through this. I'm hoping the best for you and Apollo. ❤

[@gailgreen5012]

Silki....it is NEVER EVERVJUST A DOG! Praying

[@Blue-hf7xt]

Angel on 4 paws

[@cailieravn3718]

Hi Silki I know how you feel. It's never an easy way out. Of course, you hope for the best, if you didn't have hope, you wouldn't do everything to help Apollo. Your doggies are your children. Everyone who loves animals agrees! I will keep praying for you! All the best, Silki!❤❤❤

[@silki24]

thank you so much Cailie ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TheFreemans-er2gk]

Silki, my heart aches for you❤ I am sending love and light to you and Apollo 💖❤️💝 positive healing energy for you and Apollo. I have ESA doggies, I have shed some tears with you. Everything will be fine soon 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 be safe on your journey.

[@maurasmith-mitsky762]

Hang in there, dear girl! 🩷🩷🦮🦮🐶🐶

[@silki24]

thank you Maura, we will , we are determined !!!!

[@elf5012]

Oh, that sweet little fellow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

[@silki24]

❤️

[@leemarinus]

Tell the Vet about his response to anasthesia, and his reaction to it, they may have to adjust the amount they give Apollo, hang in there. Silki, your doing all you can for him ❤🎉

[@carolinemarriott541]

Silki……hello to you and your 3 boys from a chilly UK……I am following your adventure/mercy mission and feel so very heartsore for you….many of us will be holding your hand as you go and hoping to goodness you can return to Canada with renewed hope for Apollo. Talk to us whenever you can, please. I do care and worry about you. Caroline xxx

[@Noa.Elysium]

Hugs sweetheart I hope Apollo gets well soon. Having a pet being sick tears your heart apart, it's not easy. Your not alone and so many of us understands what your going through and are here for you ❤

[@deniseatkins9407]

It's heartbre😅aking seeing him sick get well Apollo baby

[@ruthskogstrom8174]

I shed a tear to see your pain and worry for little Apollo. I wish I could give you a hug....but we are all with you and are sending positive vibes that this treatment will give him a good chance of feeling better. I have 11 cats....who mean the world to me. I have lost 4 others ....all of them took a piece of my heart. I understand your worry and feelings. I send love and strength Silki...you are truly a good person. Stay strong.❤

[@silki24]

thank you Ruth , so sorry to hear you lost 4 of your fur babies, it is so painful and the more we have the more often we have to face that , it is the price of love but it is tough . Yes they take a piece of our heart.

[@wendybarbe9221]

They give us every scrap of love in their hearts. Never ever apologize for giving them that love in return. Weeping with for for you, Apollo and all the fur babies I have lost including one this week.

[@kathyandwhatsuptoday2204]

Hi Silki, my heart goes out to you and Apollo. I noticed in your video that when Apollo had his head resting on the couch arm, he seemed less stressed. Have you thought of perhaps placing a soft rolled up towel or small pillow under his chin to help keep his head up to help the mucus drain as he tries to sleep? I did this for my dog that had trachea collapse so she cold sleep better and it seemed to help her to not have to constantly raise her head to breathe. I hope all goes for all of you. Stay strong

[@julieharrington9912]

Poor Apollo sending lots of prayers

[@HealingByNature]

A big hug for you and your furry baby’s. I also love my animals, they are the truest friends and full of love. I understand you share your adventures, you have become a part of a lot of lives. It feels like you’re a friend or sister who is giving education and on your unique way with your farm and animals. People just feel love for you, you are giving it also trough your video’s. Friends in good and bad times. Thank you for being real🙏🏻❤️✨ I’ll pray for you and your doggies

[@yvonnevandermeer8471]

All the best for Apollo and you. A dog is really like a child, a member of the family. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@larrytankersley7466]

You caught my attention by your sincerity and your love for your animals now you shine through with your sincerity again and I thank you for the opportunity to be there with you please know that we're crying with you and we've all been there and some of us are going through it right now as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you are with you.😢

[@AnnQlder]

Sending hope and hugs 🤗 ❤🐶

[@mariagiuliascacchi4119]

Un grande abbraccio a te e a loro. Non scusarti mai per l'amore che provi per loro. ❤ 🫂 🥰 🐶

[@sharlarae9719]

Prayers up Silki 🙏❤ stay strong.... there are alot of people praying for you and your puppies 🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤

[@gordonhudspith1214]

Good luck to Apollo. Sending love and prayers.

[@powderhound8961]

Hugs to you and the pups. You are a great service human to your babies they are very fortunate to have you.

[@RobertaJerger]

We took our dog to WSU for a spiral fracture on her back leg. They were awesome with her! You will both be in great hands with them. I'm only a little more than an hour away from there if you need anything, just let me know. Sending prayers and positive thoughts. Hugs

[@Blue-hf7xt]

What they are charging radiation is ridiculous.

[@bsteadfast]

Prayers for you and Apollo. ❤

[@joymurray13]

Sending❤❤❤ to Apollo!!!

[@JaniceVineyard-kf6wm]

Of course it hurts terribly, i believe God gives us our companions, i'm thankful for all my fur babys over last 30 years, all but one passed naturally, i still miss them.

[@Ronnie-j8i]

Morning Silki poor Apollo I lost my little dog about 2 years ago now but I still fine myself calling for him it's so hard please try to keep brave love to all the fur babies ❤my heart is breaking for you 😢

[@vickydp7501]

c'mon apollo! you can do it buddy! 💕

[@flaviamochel1820]

Silki, I'm praying for Apollo 🙏. Sending you strength and good vibes . I understand you. These little babies are our family members. I'm so sorry for your loss of your doggy. Two years ago, I lost my little Shih Tzu after 13 years. She was in my arms in her last minutes, at the vet . I believe that Apollo's treatment will gonna be alright. Stay well and hopeful. We , your followers, are with you. Take care.

[@dorothyfaulkner8343]

So sorry for you going through this. Praying

[@sinnamonange317]

Hi Silki, have been following your channel for several weeks now. Love all your contents and updates. My heart absolutely breaks for you and your brave little Apollo 😢😢 my sweet girl is 15 years old and she is like my child. She is my family, my anchor, my friend, my companion, and I cannot even bear to contemplate life without her.. sending much love and healing to your little Apollo and strength to you. Very relieved and pleased that all went well with the treatment. 🙏🐶💖💖💖

[@marcdeckx6111]

A lot of hugs, Silki , stay strong, hopefully everything will be ok..❤✌👍

[@cynthiatyler1606]

I feel so sorry for the puppy. I have dogs and they are much loved. I have an elderly pup who needs constant care. I'm not looking to his passing. I take gabapentin for extreme sciatic nerve pain and it does make me very sleepy. I feel for apolo. Bless him and you.

[@toddstevens790]

Im sorry Apollo is going through this. I pray he makes a speedy recovery

[@lyndamiller2623]

Oh boy, I feel your stress Silki..if you have pets and you truly love them, they are your babies and it’s hard to get through these times, but you’re giving him the best possible chance, take care ❤

[@joeeeey_from_oz]

Love and hugs to you and the doggies, it's so hard when our fur-babies are hurting. Sending prayers to Apollo for a speedy and successful treatment. Keep safe Silki.

[@theamoore6787]

Hi Silki....I am sorry that you are going through this pain. I am sorry that Apollo is suffering so. I hope that Apollo finds relief with these treatments and you will be back at the farm soon. Blessings for you, your dogs and your farm.

[@debbiefritz1774]

I think about you guys every day and I'm sending Apollo healing thoughts. He seems like a tough little guy and you are a wonderful and loving dog mom. 😇

[@silki24]

Ah thank you so much Debbie for your kind words, Apollo is doing well so far

[@rally618]

Ashame there isn't a place near Seattle, but glad it's going good. Pets ARE FAMILY !!!!! The area seems like a nice place. Hurray for coffee 😊 Speaking of that, time for a cup LOL

[@7hrtsfrm]

I am so proud of your determination to find comfort and a cure for your beloved pooch. I completely relate to your relationship with your animals. I, too, live on a farm with my dogs, cats, horses, and goats. People often do not understand that they are just as much family to me as my 2 grown children and my 4 grandkids. Over the past 5 weeks, I lost 2 of my old horses. One was 30 and the other 28. It is soul crushing. Some folks do not understand that horses are just as loving as a housepet. I am with them daily ... spend more time with all my animals than with humans that come and go. Blessings to you. Stay strong.

[@wendy-annmaher2917]

Sending love and hugs to your sick baby boy 😢❤🤗🐶and the other great pups 🐶

[@TenaTweed]

He is very sensitive to your emotions. Breath and relax and watch him transform. I know the Vet Teaching Hospital here in Texas takes small and large animals. I had a friend whose goat got into diesel fuel, and she drove her miles for an emergency visit. I volunteer with a Snip & Chip clinic. Watch many a cat and dog come out of gas anesthesia. Dogs do fine, cats are more sensitive, and I watch them closely for any signs of trouble. So far, all cats have done fine, too.

[@francesjohnson5465]

Silki I cry with you lots of love and prayers for you and pup don't ever feel like you can't show emotions you have every right. Love and hugs and lots of prayers will be following ❤🙏🙏

[@PetsAndPreps]

I’m in tears for you.

[@diannanewton1540]

So sorry our animal babies they don't really understand they have to suffer to get better!!! It's harder to see a loved one go thur something than do it yourself!!!🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@briangain9836]

Prayers for the doggie Apollo .. ☮️💕 ..

[@cristyq337]

Happy Holidays Silki, hope and prayers for Lil ones,may all goes well with miracles of blessings!!!♥

[@michaelmercer6132]

I'm praying for you and your baby this morning.

[@tammyschultz4173]

Sending all my love to you and your sweet doggies Silki! Praying for you all! ❤🙏🏻

[@silki24]

thank you Tammy

[@stephaniegillis6620]

Hoping you get through this treatment. Our dogs are our family! ❤

[@ryannbrege4891]

So sorry Silki. I hope he gets better ❤

[@lorenray9479]

Oh, poor baby! Our lildoggy is old and wheezee at times. Hope your lildogee gets thru aok!

[@SN-pj3yd]

So sorry to hear. I am praying for him.🙏🥰

[@elf5012]

I still cry over the loss of our furry family and friends. Please never feel you must apologize for loving and compassion for a family member who is suffering. Our beloved pet family often knows us better and loves us more than our human family.

[@maeedwards8387]

Now I have tears falling.

[@clerkmaxwell7912]

My prayers are with you 🤗

[@nancymcnally1972]

I’m so sorry for what you and Apollo are going through. Ours pups are our babies❤️

[@lindamaynard7458]

Oh Silki you are not weird at all ! Our fur babies are so much more than a “pet”. They are family and represent a lot of years of our lives. My Carson lived 9 years of my life with me and he was my best buddy! Rudi reminds my so much of him ❤ such a sweet brother to Apollo. Thank you for sharing so much of your heart with us. Sending prayers, hugs and love to you and the doggies ❤❤

[@silki24]

yes they are , they are like kids and when they are sick or leave us , gosh it is so hard, but this time Apollo and I we are going to fight this !!!!!!!

[@lindamaynard7458]

@@silki24 amen ! And win the fight together ❤️❤️

[@eisikater1584]

Silki, I read a few comments before watching the whole video, and I'm leaving now because I don't want to see you cry. I understand your feelings well because I've always had some cats, and some of them of course died during all those years. I loved them all, and I love the five that currently are around, and I would miss every single one of them and am doing my very best to keep them healthy. They're the nicest members of my family.

[@veronicahenderson17]

Good to see that Apollo came through the treatment so well today. Big hugs to you - remembering his brother. I have been through similar with my rabbits. Always a tough decision whether to go for treatment. A big unknown. They are such special little companions in our lives, and there is always that sense of responsibility. They give us so much and all we can do is our best for them.

[@in-cog4872]

Im Praying for little guy.,an you too

[@meredythmackinnon-love513]

Darling Sikli, I understand what you are going through. My fur kids are cats rather than dogs but they are my family. I have have 2 at the moment ; Bran and Percy. Every cat I have had in my life has been my child and when their time has come, I have been with them to their last breath. Like you, I would do everything in my power to help them when they are unwell. That is part of the reason I am happy to contribute to helping you financially. Knowing there is a way to help them but not being able to afford it is heartbreaking. I have such a good feeling about Apollo. I believe he will recover really well and be back to his usual happy self soon. Sending the four of you much love, from Melbourne, Australia. ❤❤❤❤

[@caetlynrose4]

Poor Apollo! Lighting a candle for him. Best of luck today. I'm so sorry y'all are going through all this.

[@silki24]

thank you so much for that ! It is helping

[@gailgreen5012]

So sorry dear dear Silki. ❤

[@LadyHeathersLair]

I will give you hope for your beautiful dog. That being said, I hope that you recognize when enough is enough.

[@joannem6878]

Silki you are not weird. Our pets are family and it's heartbreaking to lose them. I've worked with people who had to take a couple days off when they lost a pet, I'm one of them. Love to you and your your babies, and hope and prayers for Apollo. 🥰❤

[@MarykePieters-yq3ym]

Hi good luck Apollo. 🤞🇦🇺

[@michaeldance6879]

Best wishes for Apollo and yourself

[@silki24]

thank you so much !

[@christineobrien157]

Oh Silki my heart goes out to you, to see little Apollo in pain and being so uncomfortable is heartbreaking. I wish you and Apollo, and the other two bundles of love all the best of everything good. I know how you feel atm. I lost my fur baby Bella 2 years ago to cancer and it broke me in two I still feel her close by and miss her more than ever, Cancer is such a cruel and nasty disease in all the forms it takes. God Bless saying a prayer for little Apollo and you. Blessings from Australia xo

[@silki24]

Thank you so much Christine, my heart goes out to you for the loss of your sweet Bella, this is so cruel and painful, I am still crying about Apollo's brother Fetty that we lost to an aggressive mouth cancer 3 years ago at only 10, same spot where Apollo has it but fortunately this time a different cancer

[@lidanaude8022]

❤ Our fur babies are like kids ! So sorry you going through this Silki! Praying for you and your babies. Take your time the KZbin channel can wait! Much love to you! 😢

[@Ilovemyyorkies-NP]

Most people who have dogs know exactly what you are going though. It is so heartbreaking. They are part of our family and it hurts so much to loose them. I still cry over the ones I have lost in the past and I remember every single one of them. They are precious and no two are ever the same. I pray that Apollo will have a full recovery.

[@silki24]

Yes I also still cry over my animals that I have lost , it is so hard but I guess the price of love, Apollo and I will fight this , we are determined !!!!

[@NezpercePittbullmom]

dear Silki, I know you want to do everything to help Apollo, this is not meant to be bad but I just give you something to think about! Apollo is very sick, and it is already very deep and far back in his nose..Sometimes it is better to really do the best for your buddy and that is to put Apollo to sleep in all dignity so that he can cross to the Rainbow Bridge.. I know what I am saying, I have had to say goodbye to many dogs, but I have always done it in a very neat and non-selfish way.. full of love and respect.. I wish you all the love and strength Silki..love for Apollo❤

[@NezpercePittbullmom]

Your tears says enough, therefore we love you so much 🥰 we love animals so much so we feel your pain ❤🐾🐾💋🐾💋🐾🐾💋

[@melodyjanes9141]

I'm sorry about your baby

[@Justme-mm7qm]

The hardest decision that we ever have to make as pet parents. I'm facing thar this week with one of my ferretts.

[@Blue-hf7xt]

This is brave of you to say. Brave soul

[@azzahjensen6110]

Please put Apollo’s quality of life before you own need to love him. ❤️‍🩹💔 sending armfuls of hugs your way. I hope you will set him free from suffering.

[@victorshipley1707]

Oh Honey , Words Can Not Express ....Dogs , Pets , Are The Hardest At Least For Me.......XXOO V 💜💜💜💜💔 🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@Sharon-sp7ye]

I'm crying with you.. you are not being ridiculous. They are our babies.. I had to put my 12 year old dog down, he had about the same kind of thing. Couldn't breathe all night, I couldn't watch him suffer anymore.

[@elysewright9205]

We all face these difficult decisions with our pet children. I’m thinking of you and know you will make the right decisions for Rudi. He will let you know when the time is right.❤

[@timv453]

Strong. Prayers.

[@wendy-annmaher2917]

❤

[@OldSkullRPG]

Prayers for you and Apollo!

[@cynthiastogden7000]

Have you tried cbd oil. It can be good for seizures . I have dogs and cats and use it for lots of things. Broad spectrum maybe. There was a young girl in the US years ago who had over 300 seizures and cbd reduced them to just a few. Good luck 🇬🇧

[@catherinehardy9559]

I feel so bad for Apollo and you. Heartbreaking. I hope the treatment helps 🙏❤️

[@sammie73155]

It’s very tough on you silki, I know how difficult it is to watch your baby suffer. He’s not just a dog, he’s your baby. I had to make a difficult choice to put my fur baby to sleep at the vets, I cried all the way home and for days. We are here for you 😢I’m thinking of you and Apollo, your doing the best you can right now ❤

[@silki24]

Thank you Sammie , I know what you went through , this is so horrible , I wish they lived longer. Apollo and I we are fighting this !!!!

[@diannanewton1540]

Your not a weirdo we all love our animals. They are like family members to us. I don't know how you have animals and not feel that way! You would be a weirdo if you didn't feel that way!!!🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@TenaTweed]

Just got to part where you spoke about the vet and Apollo's chances of success... They may just be dogs, but they are still family. So brave of you to fight for Apollo's health.

[@Miracles_of_Love]

Thank you for your sharing. I sooo understand how difficult it is for you, I inherited my parents Yellow Lab and she was such a blessing! We had such fun together, but she was terrified of the vet and also traveling in cars, so that was a challenge. She lived to about 15 1/2 years and in the last year she started losing weight and not liking eating so much. I told her that as long as she wanted to stay here, I would take care of her - she just needed to let me know when she had enough if she didn't die naturally. The day after Thanksgiving (in the US) a few years ago she let me know in no uncertain terms she was ready to go after a particularly difficult night. My sister went with me and she wasn't afraid in the car, and at the vet's office she wasn't afraid either - just very calm and ready to go. She passed peacefully, without fear. That was also a blessing for me because I was uncomfortable with euthanasia and my heart was at peace knowing that she let me know she was ready. I hope for the highest outcome for beautiful Apollo in my heart, and for you too. ♥

[@anitajohannadrost]

🤗BIG HUG.

[@margaretkeay97]

Hi from Australia. Big hugs for you and the doggies especially your dear little Apollo! Thinking of you and praying it all goes well. 🙏❤

[@judyjackson2260]

My Westie Lacie-bug was euthanized by the vet. He said she had lost so much weight in two weeks that she had major health problems and was dying. It's been about 6 years, i still miss her so much. She was a comfort and with me through some hard times. So full of love and happiness. One day, it was snowing. She went out her doggy door. I found her like in a trance in the snow. I carried her in and wrapped her in blankets and loved her and cried. Yes, they are like little children and part of the family. It sounds like your baby is suffering and loved. You have done all you could. Sometimes it is merciful to let go. I will pray for you and Appollo.

[@JadeNunley]

Sorry for your hardships, Silki, it's hard to watch with dry eyes. We understand. My dogs are all I have while I'm going through cancer treatment myself. I too have a sick dog in treatment. I have to say, that gabapentin wasn't good to my dog either. I asked for a different pain med for quality of life. I'm not sure if rolling a blanket or using a pillow under your dogs head would help him sleep more, but it may be worth a try. Radiation makes things worse before it gets better, and that will be hard to watch, but try to remind yourself of that. Sending love and healing energy your way! Dogs aren't "just dogs" they're our angels unawares. They are family. And there isn't anything your dog wouldn't do for you if they could. He's lucky to have you as his mom. 🫂🐾🥰

[@beverleybenjamin3648]

Thank you for sharing your vulnerability in sharing your experiences. My heart goes out to you in what you have been through and what you are now going through again.❤ ❤

[@1GoodWoman]

Hi Silki. Love is love. I worked as a physician’s assistant in anesthesia for years. This is so so sad. Have you confirmed what the Vancouver vet told you about the prognosis? I know our medicine is advancing but the doggies do not understand. Every anesthetic is so hard on him, as are the pain meds, you and everyone is struggling. I know you understand all your options and just know I am here with you and everyone. And will be. Being a pet parent is a lot of wonderful and a lot of hard. If you need to take a break I understand. I wish we all could be with you in person. You and yours are deeply cared about here. Take a break if you need to. Hugs dear. Please do not add to your pain and trauma by dragging out something that may be inevitable. If the chances are as good as predicted it makes sense….but there also are the costs. I know you know this but sometimes sort of mentally talking things through with others helps. Sometimes when alone I actually talk out loud as if having a conversation with someone. At times I surprise myself with what I figure out because if it’s a good friend I can sort of predict what they might say and as I respond I learn something new. Crazy…..nope, just creative. Apollo does look ok. Life is hard but we are with you and yours.

[@chazf883]

Good morning 🌞 Silki 🤠 Chaz here 👋👋 howdy there pretty lady I hope you're having a good morning. I'm praying 🙏🙏🙏 for poor Apollo. That poor little doggy . It just breaks my heart 💔 knowing what he's having to go through. I wish there was something else I could say to help make things better for y'all. I appreciate your videos however it's hard for me to get into looking at the scenery when I'm so worried about Apollo. I'm sure it's got to be the same way for you. My heart goes out to you. And all you're going through.

[@terrifict1035]

It's heart breaking when your little baby is suffering so much, I just had to put my little baby to sleep and it's a hard decision , my heart goes out to you Silki

[@lidanaude8022]

Thanks!

[@silki24]

Thank you so much Lidanuade

[@fernfern4954]

Silky I want to give you a hug. ❤ email says fern but it’s Waltra. I love your family. My prayers are with you. Hugs god be with you.

[@sarahb.6475]

Well this certainly made my eyes wet. I never had a dog but I had lost 5 cats over the years. One of my cats had cancer. She had cancer of the small intestine. The younger vet had no idea what it was but the older one knew what it was just by feeling on her stomach area. There really was nothing they could do. Basically she was a rare case where she had no pain so her appetite was normal. In fact she was eating a ton. But no matter how much she ate she only lost weight. Because the nutrition is absorbed in the small intestine...

[@cchawk6280]

Very sorry it’s so hard! Nothing ridiculous about loving a pet.

[@silki24]

thank you 🌹❤️