Thank you for all your lovely comments , we both appreciate them . I had a really good chat with our Vet , both in agreement to let her be as she is eating, drinking and enjoying her life to the full . Honestly , I know I have said this many times but those who have met Nelly will agree that she is the most delightful little dog , happy despite her many problems , loving everyone who she meets . Hopefully this damned thing will grow slowly and allow her lots of time to continue loving life to the full , thank you so much xxx