Sorry to hear this news Ian. I remember the good ol' days with LOTS of pics of Stan on the ScrapYard forum and the Honorary Rat Mastiff.
Most might think that Swamp Rat's mascott should be a rat. But, to me, Stan was (and is to me) the mascott for Swamp Rat.
Unfortunately, I had a Golden Retriever that didn't do well with a mouth tumor. I hope you have much better luck.
My pets mean the world to me. And it is obvious Stan is a big part of your world.
I am not big on prayers, but I am wishing the best for you and Stan.
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