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So I'm very new to the tripawd community and literally last night went to get a new puphone to add to our herd. Ended up falling in love and Taking home this tripawd pup who's name is to be determined. She was born this way and seems to not be bothered with missing leg. The breeder didn't want her and fessed up to normally hiding her when people came to look at pups. We need up not having to pay for her and took her home. I guess I am lpoking for advice on training and raising a little hop a long.
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25 September 2009
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Oh my dog thank you for bringing home that sweetie. Makes me wonder what the breeder would have done if you hadn't have come along. Grr. I don't wanna think about it!
Anyways, we're glad you're here. What kind of dog is she?
We have a ton of tips on keeping her strong and healthy for life, I'm so glad you asked! Here are some places to start:
http://download.....m/?s=rehab
Our book Loving Life On Three Legs is another great resource, it's focused on diet, exercise and fitness for three-legged dogs.
Here are more tips:
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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22 February 2013
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Oh boy! Can't wait to hear more and see pictures!!
You jave some great links from Jerry that will help you tremendously! Front leg or back leg .missing? How old?
Just want to say welco e to the Trilawd Family! Such a lucky puppy to have you as her forever home! Yeah, I also wonder what would jave happened to this sweet Soul.
Looking forward to more updates!
Hugs to all your pack!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
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!
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21 October 2014
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Awwww . . . you're a saint!!!
Welcome and howdy!!!
Can't wait to hear all about your new fur-baby. What names are you kicking around? FYI, Godzilla is already taken.
PICTURES!!!
pam
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."
- Pam, Ron and Melody, Meesha, Doublestuff and Mariah Carey
9:24 am
18 May 2014
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Dog bless you for seeing past what some people would never consider! You will never regret adopting a Tripawd, they are very loving and special creatures! Can't wait for pictures!
Paula and Nitro
Nitro 11 1/2 yr old Doberman; right front amp June 2014. Had 6 doses carboplatin, followed by metronomic therapy. Rocked it on 3 legs for over 3 years! My Warrior beat cancer, but couldn't beat old age. He crossed the Bridge peacefully on July 25, 2017, with dignity and on his terms. Follow his blog entitled "Doberman's journey"
"Be good, mama loves you".....run free my beautiful Warrior
8:59 pm
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17 October 2012
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Congrats on your new pup. I am glad you brought her home. You found a great place for support and questions to be answered. Please share lots of pictures (we love them). What kind of pup is she?
Yeah, I don't want to know what the breeder would have done either.
hugs
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
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07/26/2006 - Sassy earned her wings 08/20/2013
05/04/2006 - Bosch, Sassy's pal, earned his wings 03/29/19 fought cancer for 4 months.
"You aren't doing it TO her, you are doing it FOR her. Give her a chance at life."
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3 June 2014
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Congrats on your new addition to your pack! Your new little one will be amazing and there's definitely no need to "hide her" from the world! That little pup is truly blessed that you came along when you did to give her an amazing home and life!
Can't wait to hear more about her and see some pictures!
Sahana and her Angel Leland and Lucian too
November 17, 2009 - June 30, 2014
May you finally be healthy and running free at the Rainbow Bridge. Until we meet again my sweet boy!
