It's cancer. H is on his way to get him and we just talked to the kids. I was a mess after getting the call from the vet so we couldn't really delay telling them.
We're going to start him on some drugs to slow its growth, and may consider chemo (the vet is going to look into the benefits of chemo versus the drugs). Still hard to say how much time it will buy us. The vet said we could be looking at anywhere between 1-6 months if we don't do anything, but it depends on how quickly it grows (which can vary a lot). So hopefully we can get at least 6 months with drugs.
This seriously brings tears to my eyes. I'm so sorry. Try and focus on the time you have left with the pup. It really sucks that dogs/cats don't live as long as we do. It's just not fair.
I'm so sorry. I'm heartbroken for your family. Can you share some picture of him with us? I'm glad he doesn't appear to be in any pain right now. Not that dogs ever want to show us anyway.
I'm so sorry, my heart is aching for you and your family <3 Vibes that its at least slow growing so that you have time to start getting used to the idea. I hope the pain-free stays around!