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ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit gave fans a grim update on his dog Ben.
For years, Ben has flown alongside Herbstreit at games and has become a mainstay on college football broadcasts.
Recently, Herbstreit revealed that Ben was dealing with three different forms of cancer and taking chemo injections, which has kept him home.
“I guess it’s very rare, according to the vet that we’re seeing,” Herbstreit said. “It started with leukemia. They were concerned. At that point, this was back in March; they didn’t know how long that he had. … Most recently, his numbers were elevated, and that’s why he didn’t come with me last week. Now they’re injecting the chemo. He’s taking three different chemos.”
Got to ask Kirk Herbstreit about Ben’s health. It’s heartbreaking, but man, does the love for this family member really tell it all. pic.twitter.com/uY3rxi3Len
— Brian Davis (@byBDavis) October 18, 2024
On Monday night, Herbstreit gave a heartbreaking update and asked fans for prayers for Ben, who is near death.
“I’ve had so many people asking me about Ben that I wanted to let you know-Ben had a 2nd chemo injection on October 23rd and from that day has been getting worse and worse. He has lost use of his back legs-almost like they’re paralyzed. He can barely walk. He hasn’t eaten in 3 days. I’m currently in Pennsylvania with a holistic Dr who is administering a 3 day Vitamin C IV hoping it will flush the toxics from his body and give him a chance. The next 24-48 hours will tell us if he has a chance or not. I’m so thankful for ALL the love so many have shown him over the last couple years. One of the hardest things I’ve gone through in my life. Ben is my best friend and companion. I love him with all of my heart. If you’re a spiritual person I’d love for you to pray for my boy. 🙏🏼 He’s currently in an ER hospital overnight and I’m picking him up tomorrow for another round of Vitamin C. Please pray for Ben and hope he pulls out of it”
I’ve had so many people asking me about Ben that I wanted to let you know-Ben had a 2nd chemo injection on October 23rd and from that day has been getting worse and worse. He has lost use of his back legs-almost like they’re paralyzed. He can barely walk. He hasn’t eaten in 3… pic.twitter.com/NTjX8Xc1zb
— Kirk Herbstreit (@KirkHerbstreit) November 5, 2024
Hopefully Ben gets better and Herbstreit’s next update is a good one.