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6:27 am
25 August 2010
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There was a dog on the komo4 news last night in Seattle, Washington.
His name is Jetson and he is a police dog. He developed bone cancer and the police department has retired him and refuses to pay for his chemo. The family will do what they have to in order to help him but I would like to direct them to Dr. Pam.
I can't find his story on their webpage today, and that is where I need help. As all of you know, I am computer troubled. If you can help me, I want to find his story and find a way to contact the family, because he serviced our state well and deserves a shot at survival. Most vets in our area aren't aware that Carboplatin comes in generic form, so my hope is to direct them to the best vet in Washington, our Dr. Pam.
Thanks if you try, Thanks a bunch if you can locate the 411 
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
6:30 am
25 August 2010
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Oh, I forgot to say that they said they were going to mortgage their house in order to do his treatments, which usually runs upward of $1000.00 a visit. The generic version for a dog his size is about $200.00 a treatment!!
BIG DIFFERENCE.
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
9:08 am
Here is the story on the KOMO website:
Click on the video tab right above his pic to see the news story.
Karen
9:33 am
17 February 2010
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A couple people that posted comments on the story mentioned tripawds.com, so hopefully the owners will see that and come here for support and advice, especially as they contemplate chemo.
Sadie is my 9yr old Rott/Shepherd mix. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her right scapula 1/28/10. Our brave girl had her amputation 2/13/10 and her last chemotherapy on 6/6/10. Unfortunately, a tumor appeared in her back right leg and on 10/7/2010 Sadie's earthly journey came to an end. On 10/24/2010 we adopted Ranger, a handsome Rott/Lab mix tripawd (got hit by a car) I think Sadie sent him to us.
http://ranger.t.....pawds.com/
9:34 am
13 April 2010
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What a horrible thing - that police department should be ashamed of
themselves. With my Mommy being in law enforcement - she is outraged!!
If a "human" member of the force was hurt and forced into retirement,
they would be getting their medical bills paid, so why should this
situation be any different. Jetson put his life on the line every day
just like every other member of that police force.
My pawrents are willing to help in any way possible, even if that means sending a check directly to Jetson's family.
So where and what should we do now?
P.S. $1000 a visit and I thought our vet was expensive 🙂
9:33 pm
Team Tripawds
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25 September 2009
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Thanks for bringing it to our attention Elizabeth, and finding that clip, Karen. What an honor to see people mention Tripawds in the comments.
Wow. Jetson is so handsome, and such a hero. He deserves to be cared for in the best way possible.
Looks like the TV Station has their Problem Solvers fund in place which will go toward his care. Donations can be made here.
I would also encourage his pawrents to look into our "Financial Resources" download post to apply to organizations who might be able to help.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
6:21 am
25 August 2010
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Thanks so much guys, I am going to figure out a way to log on to their webpage and post in comments. I agree about the department, it should be standard faire to take care of ALL of their officers!
Wish me luck
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
Elizabeth - Queen of the Rescuerers strikes again!!!
You have such a big heart my friend
Deborah
Mom to Spirit JD and Serena & Maya the quadpaws
JD
One Tough Girl
(1999-2010)
-Diagnosed with osteosarcoma of her left front leg –
-Amputation July 23 2010 –
-The cancer didn't get her, but she is gone-
-She fought the cancer and loved life till bloat brought her down August 29th, 2010-
Now she watches over her mom and two new sisters, the Quad-Paws Serena and Maya
9:49 am
25 August 2010
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Oh Deborah,
Back at you! You have two furry faces that have found a great home because of you 🙂
I hope we see you Sat
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
3:22 pm
2 February 2011
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We got to meet Jetson, in "person" -- we go to the same oncologist! I have to say, Rio was a bit starstruck, but at least she didn't totally fawn over him, too much.
A quick update: because of the Komo story, they received enough in donations to fully fund all of Jetson's treatments, as well as put several thousand dollars into the Police Department K9 Retirement fund.
Micki (and Rio)
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~ ~ Rio ~ ~ |
3:43 pm
Team Tripawds
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25 September 2009
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Yaaaaaaaay!!!!!!!!! That is so pawesome, I was just wondering about him. Thanks for the update.
OMG hope they come here to visit us, we have got to meet Jetson too! Lucky Rio!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
5:46 pm
6 March 2011
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This is just too, too cool. While I was do nothing more earth-shaking than working today, the Tripawds community was out saving the day for Jetson!
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August 16, 2006 to November 28, 2011
TATE ~ Forever in our hearts.
5:56 pm
28 November 2008
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What a happy new beginning for Jetson. So glad he will get the treatment he deserves.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
