I regret to relay the message that Ms Bunn has a cancerous tumor that has already metastasized and we have about 6 months or less to enjoy her. So sorry I waited so long getting out this update. I have been having a hard time saying it out loud. We intend to make it a valuable, great time, doing the things she loves best in the seasons she loves the best.

Sept 5, 2013 - Honey has been having some difficulties with vaginal infections, so we made the appointment for her to recieve treatment at the vet. Over the week, we noticed a swelling on her lower jawline inside her mouth. It did not appear to be large or worrisome. Then by the end of the week, it was 4cm, it grew so quickly. We went to the vet on Sept 10th, which she is never thrilled to do. They had to look at the growth from a distance because they were unable to use a muzzle, and the vet stated it didn't look good and would need to be removed surgically. So, only days later, Honey went in for sugery, and the vet said it didn't look good in her opinion, but there was no way to know for sure if the tumor was cancerous or benign, so it was sent off to the lab for pathology, and a week later... the news... It is a Mast Cell tumor and it is cancerous, but we were optimistic that the surgeon removed most, if not all, of the tumor. So, the next step was to send a lymph node biopsy, which was done during surgery, just in case, for which I am thankful since she did not have to endure any more vet visits. A week later, the results showed the cancer had spread. We came to an agreement that she will be 14 years old in Feb. and we will keep her comfortable for the rest of her days we have. I am so greatful at this time she has no pain with this, and she is drinking, eating, and pooping and peeing well. So, we just watch and wait. I guess it was all meant to be, since I am a Hospice Nurse by trade. We will keep you all updated.

  It was hard for Honey to get in the car, but she sure loved the trip. On the left is her foster sister, Katie 13-275.

We went to Honey's favorite dog park, where she loves to dip her belly in the cold water.

Well it is now March of 2013, Honey has been our Foster since February 2011. She was 11 years old when she came to us and now 13 years old. It's been quite a haul she has been through and she is now really showing her age. Her arthritis in her lower back and hips is quite bad especially her right hip, she is now unable to to walk a 1/2 a block without limping. Some days are better than others. When it's damp and wet out she has more difficulty with stairs. We just bought her some portable steps for the car due to leaping is impossible now. She is still on anti inflammatory medicine and tramadol for pain. She is sleeping more than awake these days. Maybe when the weather warms up she will feel better. The only time she can still pull off that dance she does is feeding time, still wiggles for that and sometimes back legs fall to the floor, poor girl. We take her through the garage door outside and shovel a area she can do her business. I think she would like to play with the young dogs but it's too much for her, so she barks and barks at them, she still has some spunk and still a great disciplinarian.

She has been with us through so many Foster pups, it's impossible to count all. I can tell you it is approximately 25 dogs and only one Honey Bunn could not get along with. Most have said she does look great for 13. Also thanks to Devon for the Kiss. It's nice to be recognized on Valentines Day.

Thank you so very much to Friends of Flicka for their generous donation to Honey in memory of Panda and for the mitten tokens from Stichez, Madison and Priya and Anonymous!

Honey has been enjoying the snow, I thinned out her coat and trimmed her ears and paws, her allergies are still getting to her, I wish the snow would just stay, her allergies are better controlled at that time. We had started her on a product called Dinovite to improve her overall health and hopefully boost her immune system and stop the scratching, we just started the product, so no results as of yet. She is maintaining her weight on the green bean diet and moving along as usual. See ya all next update.

Another great Holiday season for Honey. All her lab tests are all normal for a dog her age, so continue doing what we are doing. Thanks to Ragom for the opportunity to get together dogs and families for life.

Honey (fka Jenni) is having a rough summer, she just hates the heat and is less active. We had her fur cut down some which took 2 hours at the groomer, she does not like strangers touching her and she cannot stand for long periods, her hind gets very stiff. She gained weight very easily this summer, she is on 1/2 the amount of quality food she was eating and replaced the other half with green beans and she is moving a bit better now. She is still on anti-inflammatory med, plus tramadol pain pill and back to added benedryl, fall allergies are starting up again!

She is getting closer to 13 years old and still loves to puppy play at least for a short time. Our Resident Riley and Honey are inseparable, so most of the pics you will see from now on will include him also. They are a good match because Riley understands her cues (of when enough is enough). Keeps her movin' and motivated.

It's been a hot summer and Ms Honey is moving a bit slower, she is on a diet, slowly replacing food with green beans. She remains on Rimadyl and added tramadol, which is working because she actually jumped into my SUV. Short eve walks and going to the lake. We took her tent camping, She has some difficulty being out of her home environment, she is a older dog and seems to prefer to stay in her routine.

Honey is lovin' being a Auntie! Honey and Maui love to play together.

In memory of Zera and Athena

Happy Holidays from anonymous

-Anonymous

This was so cute I wish I had time to get video... Honey keeps sliding her bones to my 8 month old Granddaughter's lap and now the baby is teething on the bone. Her is mom gonna kill me when she sees this.

Yea, for some heat relief, Honey loves to just hang out in the shade when it's cooler out and we are excited for her to roll in the snow again, that's when she is the most happy. She has had some stiffness lately and having a hard time getting into the car, giving her some anti-inflammatory meds and she is happier and more energetic. (After all, as we age, the change in seasons gets to us.)

We will be at Goldzilla and will showing her off at the tent right after the parade. Hope to met you there.

Wondering what Honey's doing? She's stayin cool this summer at the beach, Loving her evening walks. Honey is a bit timid of fireworks and loud thunder, but all she needs is to be close to me and she will sleep it all away. Hope every one's having a great summer.

Honey sure is shaping up her figure, she is is great shape and feeling good. She has more energy and even has a boyfriend, my friend's dog Oddie who is a young boxer. She loves to run after him and will tease him to play. They are so cute together, I have never seen her so confident and energetic.

She will swim at the lake and chase a ball in deep water and swim. She can jump in my SUV now no problem with a running start and loves putting her nose out the window and feel the cool breeze. Most people say they can't believe she's 11 years old.

Her skin allergy symptoms are well controlled on 1 tablet of Claratin and 1 tablet of benedryl a day which are 4 dollars each for a month's supply at Walmart. Her ears are remaining clear with basic maintenance of cotton with soaked cleaner and well dried with a towel approx every 2 weeks and she will let me do this with little argument. I brush her daily as of now, due to shedding season has started. If you really want to win her over, brush her, she rolls all over and will come back to get more scratches and I am in luck of having a Dyson vacuum. She's such a big snuggly Honey bear. I know there is a perfect home for her out there.

Happy Spring to the Golden Seniors from Anonymous

"In memory of my Abby"

Honey had her stitches removed last weekend, and the vet experience was much less upsetting this time. The staff at the Vet recognizes her fear and goes out of their way to be patient with her and make her feel safe. Did I mention the happy dance and big smile she gives me when I get home from work? She prances, play bows, smiles and wiggles her butt like crazy – very cute!

Honey is moving to a new foster family this weekend. My female resident is an alpha female and she and Honey don’t get along if toys or food are involved. She’s great with my male foster and all other dogs she has been exposed to since she became a RAGOM dog. We will miss her but know she will be in loving hands with her new foster!