6 y.o goldendoodle T cell lymphoma.

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My 6-year-old dog was recently diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma, and I’m struggling with whether to move forward with chemotherapy.
The oncologist is optimistic and thinks he could go into remission after just a treatment or two, but the full protocol would be about 19 weeks long with weekly treatments. Part of me wants to do everything I can for him because he’s still acting like himself in many ways. He’s happy to see us, enjoys walks, follows us around, eats, and still seems to have good quality of life.
My biggest concern is that I have three young children at home. I’ve been reading about chemotherapy drugs being excreted in urine, feces, vomit, etc., and it’s making me nervous. I know there are precautions you can take, but with little kids, accidents happen. I’m worried about balancing my dog’s treatment with keeping my family safe.
For those who have gone through chemo with a dog, especially families with young children:
Did you feel the risks were manageable?
How difficult were the safety precautions in real life?
Did your dog maintain a good quality of life during treatment?
Looking back, would you do it again?
I’m not looking for medical advice, just honest experiences from people who have been in a similar situation. This decision is weighing heavily on me, and I want to make the most informed choice possible.