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8:42 pm
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25 September 2009
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Thanks Dawg. That means a lot to the Tripawds pack.
Pretty cool to think you were playing in the snow like this with us earlier today, four years and seven months to the date I went on to the Rainbow Bridge. Not that anyone is counting or anything.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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8 months ago yesterday - I lost my best friend Sweetpea - to osteo
She was such a trooper and I will never forget her. Every morning, while I'm driving to work - I say a prayer to God above and then I yell a "i love and miss u sweetpea" - I think when people see my mouth moving in the car by myself - they think I have blue tooth
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25 September 2009
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Sweetpea has it really been 8 months? Wow.
We miss you too pretty pup. xoxo
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Has it really been three years?
Spud, you still make me smile every day. You are always in my heart, you are always by my side.
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9 February 2011
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Yesterday made it 6 months since I let Dakota go. It sounds so easy, to let something go. But how could I not?
I thought things were better. I actually anticipated this milestone of sorts for over a month and thought that it would be a relief to be at 6 months. Surely at that time I would feel better about this. Then yesterday arrived and I thought I would come here and write about it, note it, and then get on with my life. Writing about it would be like closing the door on the empty aspects of "life without Dakota" and...and what? I couldn't write anything yesterday. I couldn't even come to the site.
Nothing's changed. He's still gone. I'm still angry. Let's see what July brings.
Dakota, if you know anything about what I'm feeling, then you know how sorry I am that you got shafted. I'm not nearly as sorry that you are gone as I am that your start was so shitty. I wish I'd found you sooner and saved you months of misery. I am grateful you walked down the road when we came by. I wouldn't have missed having you for the world.
From abandoned puppy to Tripawd Warrior Dude, Dakota became one of the 2011 February Furballs due to STS. Our incredibly sweet friend lived with grace and dignity till he impulsively raced over the Bridge on 12-15-12.
Dakota's thoughtful and erudite blog is at http://shari.tr.....pawds.com/
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17 October 2012
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Awww Shari. He knows you loved him. Those Anniversaries are not fun ones to remember. 6 months 
I am thinking about you. Dakota he treasures the time he had with you. And its fine to be mad because I know I would be.
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Michelle & 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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Dakota's "crappy start" was sort a like his amputation.....he had to endure the pain of recovery in order to get to the blissful, pain free aspect of his life. He. ever even remember ed what life was li,e on three legs and could care less. If his bad start was what it took to get to you, he was fine e with that. All those struggles gave him the fortitude he needed to stay strong some could have the most splendid time of his life with you........
.....woofing down Whoopers! You did share, right!
Dakota Dawg brought you to this site. This site is a better place because you are here. Thanks Dakota!
We are all here for you Shari. We understand as best anyone can.
Saluting you and Dakota for a job well do e and a legacy that has no end,
Sallh and Happy Hannah
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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25 September 2009
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Shari, I don't think we ever truly close the door, it's always there just slightly open enough to bring on tears when you least expect them. Six months or six years, true love like that is always a powerful force.
One day at a time, that's all anyone can do.
Many hugs coming to you today and always. You had one special dog there, it was truly an honor to have been able to meet him.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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3 December 2012
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Shari,
I don't really have the eloquent words to write here. I know how much you loved Dakota and you gave that guy the greatest greatest life. I know you get angry about the start he got, but you gave him such a great gift once you found him and he found you.
You and Dakota have forever left a mark on this website, if that gives you any comfort at all. You have been an incredibly important part of our journey, and I only wish I could provide some comfort to you in return.
Dakota is always with you. I am sending you lots of hugs and love.
Erica
Jill is a 9-year-old tuxedo kitty. She was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in June 2012 on her toe in her right hind leg. Her leg was amputated on 12/12/12 and she completed four rounds of chemo (2 of Carbo, 2 of Doxy) in April 2013. "Like" Jill's facebook page: https://www.fac.....tty?ref=hl Proud member of the WINTER WARRIORS!!!! Her blog can be read at http://jillsjou.....ipawds.com. xoxo
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8 November 2010
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Shari,
My heart aches for you. But, no matter Dakota's shitty start and your understandable outrage at how he was treated, I know Dakota loved his life with you — perhaps all the more for knowing that not all humans can love the way you do.
The experiences and love you shared will never leave your heart. So, while I understand your ongoing grief and anger — because I still feel those emotions, too — I also know that the joy we experienced with our babies far, far, outweighs the loss. Your life was so much better for having known Dakota and he was extraordinarily blessed to have crossed your path.
Many hugs, my friend.
Beth, Smilin' Sammy and MB wiggly Wrigley
Smilin' Sammy, March 16, 2004 – Dec. 5, 2011
Golden retriever, diagnosed with osteosarcoma in September 2010 — right front leg amputated November 2010. He fought valiantly to stay with us; but a second diagnosis of osteosarcoma, this time in his left front leg, was more than our golden warrior could overcome. He loved his pack — and everyone else he met.
We loved him even more.
Thanks for the pennies, Sammy. They helped.
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26 July 2009
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Jerry, I was thinking of you today 'cause it's the 3rd. My people say that you got your wings on the 3rd of the month, so they always say "It's Jerry Day" when the 3rd rolls around. Now I know.
I hear you were a pawty animal. I hope someday I will have as many friends as you. Keep on keepin' on dude, you're my hero.
Wyatt Ray Dawg . . . The Tripawds Leg-A-Cy Continues!
Read all about my adventures at my Tripawds Blog
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25 September 2009
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Four years and ten months ago today was a sad day for the Tripawds Nation.
Today we celebrate the life of Jerry, our founder and Chief Fun Officer.
Thank you Dawg. Without you, this community would not exist to help so many others going down the road we traveled.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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3 December 2012
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Love seeing another beautiful pic of Jerry G. Thank you Jerry for making this place pawsible. xoxo
Jill is a 9-year-old tuxedo kitty. She was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in June 2012 on her toe in her right hind leg. Her leg was amputated on 12/12/12 and she completed four rounds of chemo (2 of Carbo, 2 of Doxy) in April 2013. "Like" Jill's facebook page: https://www.fac.....tty?ref=hl Proud member of the WINTER WARRIORS!!!! Her blog can be read at http://jillsjou.....ipawds.com. xoxo
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17 October 2012
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Thanks Jerry G Dawg for making this site what it is today. Without you & your pawrents we wouldn't have such a wonderful place to come for support. Thinking of you
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Sassy & Michelle
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
sassysugarbear.tripawds.com
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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25 September 2009
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One month shy of five years to the day we set you free from your broken body, we still love and miss you Jerry. Your legacy shall live on here forever, touching the hearts of many. Thank you.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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