Comments on: guestbook http://www.tripawds.com It's better to hop on three legs than to limp on four. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 01:36:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.2 By: marvin http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-10100 marvin Sat, 26 Jul 2008 05:35:22 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-10100 I am the proud owner of Mike . He was born with 4 legs ;but is missing his rear left paw. The vet says that the cord wrapped around and effected the development. He gets around well and climbs steps to come upstairs. As he ages he is becoming less active as he tires when I take him for walks.He is on acontrolled diet but due to inactiveness has become very over weight . Is this a good reason to have him evaluated for a prosthetic extension/foot Please share I am the proud owner of Mike . He was born with 4 legs ;but is missing his rear left paw. The vet says that the cord wrapped around and effected the development. He gets around well and climbs steps to come upstairs. As he ages he is becoming less active as he tires when I take him for walks.He is on acontrolled diet but due to inactiveness has become very over weight . Is this a good reason to have him evaluated for a prosthetic extension/foot Please share

]]> By: Betsy Kerr http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9831 Betsy Kerr Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:20:13 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9831 Hi - My beloved lab Kodiak was diagnosed with cancer in his left front paw over two years ago. Within days of diagnosis his leg was amputated. The human members of our family were all devestated - but not Kodi. Within two days he had jumped the baby gates we had set up to corral him while he healed. Within two weeks he was able to balance and lift his leg to pee like a gentleman again. He is approaching his tenth birthday and all 100 pounds of him is happy and healthy. His illness was such a shock and we felt very isolated in our decision to have his leg amputated, but have not regreted a moment since. It was a wonderful surpise to find this website. Thank you for allowing the spirit of tri-pods everywhere to resonate. Hi - My beloved lab Kodiak was diagnosed with cancer in his left front paw over two years ago. Within days of diagnosis his leg was amputated. The human members of our family were all devestated - but not Kodi. Within two days he had jumped the baby gates we had set up to corral him while he healed. Within two weeks he was able to balance and lift his leg to pee like a gentleman again. He is approaching his tenth birthday and all 100 pounds of him is happy and healthy. His illness was such a shock and we felt very isolated in our decision to have his leg amputated, but have not regreted a moment since. It was a wonderful surpise to find this website. Thank you for allowing the spirit of tri-pods everywhere to resonate.

]]> By: Joanie http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9637 Joanie Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:19:03 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9637 Our Puppy Cody had his Left from leg amputated this past Tuesday. He had jumped from a pickup truck which left his paw paralyzed after two months of physical therapy and other treatments there was no other alternative. Cody is recovering from his surgery well and we as a family are coping well. So glad to see that there are resources for our three legged pup! Thanks!! Our Puppy Cody had his Left from leg amputated this past Tuesday. He had jumped from a pickup truck which left his paw paralyzed after two months of physical therapy and other treatments there was no other alternative. Cody is recovering from his surgery well and we as a family are coping well. So glad to see that there are resources for our three legged pup!

Thanks!!

]]> By: TroublesMom http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9525 TroublesMom Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:43:19 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9525 Hi, My shep/husky had to have his rear left leg amputated in December of 2007 as he developed osteosarcoma (bone cancer) at the site of the metal implant used from his TPLO surgery. Sadly to say, my boy fought courageously against this damned disease and I was forced to let him go when the cancer had metastasized to the vertebrae in his spine. Needless to say, I am devasted with his loss. I would like others whose beloved canine companions developed plate related cancers to get in touch with me. Thank you. Trouble's Mom Hi,
My shep/husky had to have his rear left leg amputated in December of 2007 as he developed osteosarcoma (bone cancer) at the site of the metal implant used from his TPLO surgery. Sadly to say, my boy fought courageously against this damned disease and I was forced to let him go when the cancer had metastasized to the vertebrae in his spine. Needless to say, I am devasted with his loss. I would like others whose beloved canine companions developed plate related cancers to get in touch with me. Thank you. Trouble’s Mom

]]> By: Christopher Balcuns http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9342 Christopher Balcuns Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:00:18 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9342 Hi Jerry. I am in the process of adopting a 3 legged beagle, I finally get him this weekend, we've named him Connor. We dont know his story, but we do know it was due to an accident and not to cancer, and have fallen in love with him. Your website has proved to be a valuable resource on taking care of our newest family member. Thanks. Hi Jerry.
I am in the process of adopting a 3 legged beagle, I finally get him this weekend, we’ve named him Connor. We dont know his story, but we do know it was due to an accident and not to cancer, and have fallen in love with him. Your website has proved to be a valuable resource on taking care of our newest family member. Thanks.

]]> By: Dawn B. http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9284 Dawn B. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:32:58 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9284 I am a new tripaw mom, my Zoey had her right front leg removed yesterday due to cancer - biopsy pending. it's great to see adaptive equipment such as harnesses available. I am also concerned because Zoey also has hip dysplasia in her right hip. Any advice from experienced tripaw parents? I am a new tripaw mom, my Zoey had her right front leg removed yesterday due to cancer - biopsy pending. it’s great to see adaptive equipment such as harnesses available. I am also concerned because Zoey also has hip dysplasia in her right hip. Any advice from experienced tripaw parents?

]]> By: Glenn without Tacoma http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9228 Glenn without Tacoma Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:28:45 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9228 It is with great sorrow that I inform you that on June 24, I had to let Tacoma go to wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge. I will miss him greatly. It is with great sorrow that I inform you that on June 24, I had to let Tacoma go to wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge.

I will miss him greatly.

]]> By: Lobosmom http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9175 Lobosmom Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:59:35 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-9175 I would like to say thank you for provididing such a wonderful website. My El Lobo (a 20# terrier mix) lost his front leg to a fibrosarcoma on Monday. Knowing what to expect and what to look for has been a lifesaver for me. Thank You. I would like to say thank you for provididing such a wonderful website. My El Lobo (a 20# terrier mix) lost his front leg to a fibrosarcoma on Monday. Knowing what to expect and what to look for has been a lifesaver for me. Thank You.

]]> By: Bob Allen http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-8722 Bob Allen Wed, 11 Jun 2008 05:12:00 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-8722 I wish that I had found this web site sooner, we just lost our beloved Shiloh Shepherd (Dakota) to bone cancer today. He was a tripawd since November of last year and he was doing great until various infections set in. He indured all of the chemo and various treatments with great courage and love. Anyone who treated him fell in love with him and cried today when he went across the rainbow bridge to go back home. Dakota was a gental giant and a therapy dog who loved everyone but especially childern. The reason I wish I had found this site sooner is that Dakota formed a number of pressure sores and we had no idea how to prevent them. We had daily treatment at the Vet's office but there was no information on how to prevent the pressure sores. One resource we came across and who informed me of this site is Dogleggs (www.dogleggs.com). They make special vests for amputees that cover the knee and help prevent pressure sores. I found them too late for our Dakota but someone else may be helped by them. Once again thank you for your site and helping other people going through the same thing. Bob Allen I wish that I had found this web site sooner, we just lost our beloved Shiloh Shepherd (Dakota) to bone cancer today. He was a tripawd since November of last year and he was doing great until various infections set in. He indured all of the chemo and various treatments with great courage and love. Anyone who treated him fell in love with him and cried today when he went across the rainbow bridge to go back home. Dakota was a gental giant and a therapy dog who loved everyone but especially childern.
The reason I wish I had found this site sooner is that Dakota formed a number of pressure sores and we had no idea how to prevent them. We had daily treatment at the Vet’s office but there was no information on how to prevent the pressure sores. One resource we came across and who informed me of this site is Dogleggs (www.dogleggs.com). They make special vests for amputees that cover the knee and help prevent pressure sores. I found them too late for our Dakota but someone else may be helped by them.
Once again thank you for your site and helping other people going through the same thing.
Bob Allen

]]> By: Zeus' Mom http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-8466 Zeus' Mom Wed, 28 May 2008 02:15:24 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/guestbook/#comment-8466 Words alone cannot express to you the sense of gratitude that I have for this website and all the information, comfort and support that it provides. I was devastated, as I'm sure you know, when I found out that Zeus had bone cancer...a self proclaimed neurotic mom, this guy (and my other one too) went/goes to the Vet for every single thing that didn't look right or feel right in my gut. This dog literally saved my life 6 years ago and everyday I want to show him my awareness of that fact, my gratitude, loyalty and simply...my love for this gentle golden retriever that came into my life a little over 10 years ago. It was a slight limp - on and off - for three weeks that I thought was the result of rough housing with Buddy - my adopted golden retriever. But Zeus' eyes just didn't seem right...like he was telling me, "Mom, I don't feel well"...but of course, stoic and regal as he is...he didn't show it otherwise. A simple x-ray and that call that Thursday evening...my world felt like it was falling apart...my best friend...cancer. My worst fear literally came to life. Fear and devastation quickly, like within an hour, turned to survival mode. We met with specialists the next day, had a final diagnosis with all the options spelled out...I "sat with it" for 2 days and made my decision...we amputated. All this happened within 6 days. Thank God 2 close friends are Veterinarians in my area...I would not have survived without them and their willingness to share their knowledge, thoughts and recommendations for hours on end...and of course, the love and support of my family. Long story short...Zeus is doing amazingly well. His stubborn personality, his playful approach to life, his LOVE for tennis balls, his affection and unconditional love...all the same. I've survived the past 6 weeks by focusing on him and his needs and making sure he gets the best care I can find...What I haven't really focused on are my emotions and how I feel about all this, his cancer, his mortality and the idea of living a daily life without Zeus (wow - did I really think he'd live forever? no...but I also never imagined a life without him and now, I know that I slowly need to start that process). All these feelings hit me last week like a ton of bricks...kind of out of the blue with (seemingly) no trigger...probably because Zeus is doing so well at the moment and I can relax a little bit and so it all has come to the surface. THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your website...I have found a lot of comfort and peace and a little bit of acceptance tonight by spending my time here this evening. I'm sure you'll be hearing a lot from us as we all walk this journey together... Be well Jerry...we're thinking of you. Our gratitude to you and your mom and dad for sharing your journey with us is beyond words. Love, Heather, Zeus and Buddy. Words alone cannot express to you the sense of gratitude that I have for this website and all the information, comfort and support that it provides. I was devastated, as I’m sure you know, when I found out that Zeus had bone cancer…a self proclaimed neurotic mom, this guy (and my other one too) went/goes to the Vet for every single thing that didn’t look right or feel right in my gut. This dog literally saved my life 6 years ago and everyday I want to show him my awareness of that fact, my gratitude, loyalty and simply…my love for this gentle golden retriever that came into my life a little over 10 years ago.

It was a slight limp - on and off - for three weeks that I thought was the result of rough housing with Buddy - my adopted golden retriever. But Zeus’ eyes just didn’t seem right…like he was telling me, “Mom, I don’t feel well”…but of course, stoic and regal as he is…he didn’t show it otherwise.

A simple x-ray and that call that Thursday evening…my world felt like it was falling apart…my best friend…cancer. My worst fear literally came to life. Fear and devastation quickly, like within an hour, turned to survival mode. We met with specialists the next day, had a final diagnosis with all the options spelled out…I “sat with it” for 2 days and made my decision…we amputated. All this happened within 6 days. Thank God 2 close friends are Veterinarians in my area…I would not have survived without them and their willingness to share their knowledge, thoughts and recommendations for hours on end…and of course, the love and support of my family.

Long story short…Zeus is doing amazingly well. His stubborn personality, his playful approach to life, his LOVE for tennis balls, his affection and unconditional love…all the same. I’ve survived the past 6 weeks by focusing on him and his needs and making sure he gets the best care I can find…What I haven’t really focused on are my emotions and how I feel about all this, his cancer, his mortality and the idea of living a daily life without Zeus (wow - did I really think he’d live forever? no…but I also never imagined a life without him and now, I know that I slowly need to start that process). All these feelings hit me last week like a ton of bricks…kind of out of the blue with (seemingly) no trigger…probably because Zeus is doing so well at the moment and I can relax a little bit and so it all has come to the surface.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your website…I have found a lot of comfort and peace and a little bit of acceptance tonight by spending my time here this evening. I’m sure you’ll be hearing a lot from us as we all walk this journey together…

Be well Jerry…we’re thinking of you. Our gratitude to you and your mom and dad for sharing your journey with us is beyond words.
Love, Heather, Zeus and Buddy.

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