While we hear lots of success stories in the forums from three legged heroes and tripawd cancer survivors, we can’t stress enough that every dog is different. Sadly, problems can arise when it comes to amputation.
Take Rownik for instance. This otherwise healthy young pup was recently lost due to complications from amputation surgery for a malignant tumor.
Our most sincere thoughts and best wishes go out to his people who were generous enough to donate the Ruff Wear harness they purchased prior to Rownik’s surgery to another dog in need.
As Yer Big Dog recently told us about his 2,000 mile cancer research walk, “this is no longer a cause, it’s a war” … and we must continue our battles together, fully aware that we will win some and lose some.
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I’m so sorry to hear about Rownik. God bless him!
Today, my gorgeous, lovely and extremely sweet 3-legged golden retriever Casey lost her brave battle with bone cancer. This battle lasted almost a year.
After her major operation amputating a front leg she was doing fine for awhile. The surgery couldn’t have gone better. After awhile though she developed seizures and balance problems. These combined with missing a leg made it extremely difficult for her to get around without falling constantly. Recently she deteriorated to the point where she had little quality of life.
This afternoon she passed on, very peacefully, in my arms. Easily one of the most touching moments of my life.
After her surgery she was never in pain. She smiled right up to the end (she had a very warm and content smile on her face as she passed on). She lived a wonderful life exceeded only by her effect on those she encountered. I know she’ll be waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge, robust, happy and playful as ever.
Gorgeous, sweet and intelligent, God was certainly in a good mood when he made her. If I am blessed, my next four-legged friend and ultra-companion will be half as wonderful.
All day I’ve had this haunting and touching song in my head. Very appropriate to this sorrowful loss. I’ve linked it below (disregard the silly slideshow they added).
Bye, bye darling. You were the best, the sweetest and most adoring companion I could ever ask. Rest well sweetheart!
Your 2-legged Daddy.