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Well turns out holly did need her shoulder amputated too. She is spending the weekend in the vet school to help manage her pain. To top it all off tho my older German Shepherd (Hollys dad) had to be put to sleep today 😪 He had a bad case of bloat and unfortunately didn't pull through his surgery 😪
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22 February 2013
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Ohh noooo!!! I'm so, so sorry!! Don't even know what ro say. Too much for you right now, just too much.
You tried with "Dad"...you tried so hard. The bloat surgery is so darn touch and go. I'm just so sorry.
When you can, share more about your precious boy. I know your heart is breaking right now and it's really hard ro think of happier times...but there were many, so very many.
Stay close. You have so much on your plate right now. Holly has a very special Guardian Angel watching overher...and you.
Surrounding you in hugs...
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie
PS. Paws crossed for a quick recovery for Holly. She's in good care right now and getting her pain managed. Try and take care of you right now, okay?
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Oh my, what a shock. I am so sorry - this is so heartbreaking to read. I'll be thinking of you and your family, and sending Holly healing thoughts.
12:23 pm
13 June 2013
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Oh I am so sorry about "Dad"... that is just tragic. I cannot even imagine how sad and scared and everything you must feel right now. Know we are all sending you some love and POSITIVE energy your way !!!! Holly will be home soon and we cannot wait ... HUGS and love your way!
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
I am so very sorry for your loss
Sometimes it is hard to understand why things happen, I am sure that your pup had the best life ever and take comfort in your memories shared with him. Let the tears flow as they are healing for your heart.
I wish Holly a speedy recovery, Take care of yourself - Summer and Patchy
12:26 pm
13 August 2015
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Words fail me. I'm sitting here and wishing I could somehow reach out and give you a hug. I'm so so sorry for your loss of Hollys dad. My heart so hurts for you! I'm sure you haven't even begun to wrap your mind around all that has happened. When you need us we will be here for you if you want to reach out and tell us about your beautiful boy. Keeping your Holly in my prayers for now is all I can do to help right now. If you can keep us posted, but I know how shattered you must be at this point in time. Know this entire Tripawd nation has enveloped you in love and support.
Love & many hugs ((()))
Linda, Riley & Spirits Ollie & Mighty Max
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25 September 2009
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Wow. I can't even imagine the anguish and stress you are feeling right now, my heart goes out to you and Holly.
Please keep us posted on how she does. We'll help however we can. And all of us are sending you lots of love & condolences for Holly's dad. Bloat is an awful situation, I'm really, really sorry.
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3:29 pm
3 April 2013
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Oh, I'm so sorry! Will definitely keep Holly in our prayers!
Donna
Donna, Glenn & Murphy
Murphy had his right front leg amputated due to histiocytic sarcoma at 7 years old. He survived 4 years, 2 months & 1 week, only to be taken by hemangiosarcoma at 11 1/2 years 6/12/17
Read about Murphy's Life on Three Legs
Prayers for Hollys quick recovery and of course for her dad. Im so sorry you are going through all this and at one time.
Love and prayers...
Deb, Belle and Angel Zeus
9:08 am
21 October 2014
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Just now getting to this and I'm so sorry for your loss! I would love to know more about "Dad".
And poor Holly, I sure hope she's doing well. Update when you can.
xoxo
Harmony became a Tripawd on 10/21/14 (MCT). She left us way too soon on 11/1/14.
"We miss you so much; our love, our heart, our Harmony."
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