YORKIES AND NHL

I'm sorry but your family is incorrect unless you are allergic to the dachshunds (it is rare to be allergic to yorkies). People with pets do far better recovery wise than those without. In fact, many medical facilities now have one day a week where pets are permitted during visiting hours because they are so beneficial to the patients. If you love these pets, keep them! (I'm an R.N. and mom to 2 yorkies.)

There have been tons of studies that show that people with pets do much better when recovering from cancer treatment. I had cancer 9 years ago and my dog was a lifesaver; he made me laugh even when things got difficult. Chemo is much easier these days and your wonderful pets will give you a reason to live. They need you! They will always be there for you and love you forever. They will help you avoid depression. Try not to worry and take one day at a time. Pet and hug those doggies whenever you can.

No, No. Removing your pets will not help, however around days of chemo treatments.. making sure they are very clean when around you will.... You have my prayers and thoughts, and I hope you have a good recovery, or have ... Take care...

I've got a 'Yorkie' who is a real buddy & i dont know what i'll do without him,as i'm a sufferer myself although it can be a trial at times.About those yorkies,i'll be more than happy to accomodate you & take 1 of them as it would be great to have a companion for my yorkie.If your interested would be grateful to get in touch!!!

I am a medical doctor and my mother had nhl 16 years ago.she is now healthy and 100% recovered.i want to tell you that your pets have to be with you there is no medical study tha sugests that your pets have to be taken away.continue your therapy be strong mentally and keep your dogs clean.good luck my friend