After Fourth Cancer Diagnosis, Jessie the Dog Wins Her Battle and Walks Again
When the veterinarian uttered those dreaded words for the fourth time, Paul and Lola felt their hearts shatter. The cancer had returned. Jessie, their 9-year-old deaf Jack Russell, had already fought and won against cancer three times. But this time, the prognosis was grim: a grade 5 mast cell tumor in her leg—an almost incurable condition. It seemed their time with their beloved dog was running out.
Refusing to Give Up
But giving up was never an option. Determined to give Jessie one last chance, Paul and Lola decided to pursue an ambitious treatment—one typically reserved for humans. It wasn’t a miracle cure or a groundbreaking medical innovation, but rather a meticulous, expensive, and compassionate approach aimed at preserving Jessie’s quality of life and dignity for as long as possible.
A Delicate Procedure and an Unexpected Outcome
Dr. Benander of New Era Veterinary Surgery in Jersey took on Jessie’s case with extreme care. Instead of amputating her leg, he surgically removed the tumor and opted for chemotherapy using Palladia—a drug usually reserved for less severe cases. The goal wasn’t a cure but simply to buy Jessie more time.
No one expected what happened next.
A Recovery Beyond Expectations
The treatment worked better than anyone could have imagined. Jessie responded with incredible resilience, moving with the same energy and enthusiasm as before. She never lost her love for life.
Between August and October, her blood tests came back perfect—a result that left Paul and Lola in tears of joy. "We never thought this would actually work. Honestly, we just wanted a little more time with her," Paul admitted to the Jersey Evening Post.
Looking Ahead to a Brighter Future
Now, veterinarians say Jessie won’t need further check-ups for at least six months—an unthinkable outcome just a few months ago. "Dr. Benander was extraordinary, and Jessie responded incredibly well to the treatment. It truly feels like a miracle," Lola shared, ready to cherish every single moment with their beloved dog.
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