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It seems we never have enough time when the end comes, and your time with Sam went so quickly this past week. I'm so sorry you didn't get a little more time with him, though it sounds like you did everything you could to make his last days not scary or painful. I wish I had the words to make your heart feel less sad-
12:40 am
8 November 2010
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I wish I had the magic words to take away your grief, but loss is part of this excruciating journey. I know you must feel like your heart has been ripped from your body, but I promise you that it will get better. Over time, your sadness will be tempered by happy memories of Sam and the knowledge that he is running pain free at the bridge with all of the other Tripawds warriors. Goldens always seek out other goldens so my Sammy, with the ever-present ball in his mouth, will surely welcome him to the group.
Beth, Spirit 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.
8:56 am
7 January 2011
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I am so incredibly sorry for you and for Samdog. I am still so sjocked at how quickly things went downhill. My heart break for you today as you grieve for your boy. Samdog was a beautiful boy, and he is now a beautiful spirit. Scout and so many others will be there to welcome Samdog. You are in my thoughts.
Catherine and Spirit Scout
Scout: January 31, 2002 to November 7, 2011
Scout's diagnosis was "poorly differentiated sarcoma"; amputation 1/11/2011. Scout enjoyed 9 fantastic years on 4 legs and 9 glorious months on 3 legs. If love alone could have saved you…
I just want you to know how sorry I am about your Sam and I know nothing I can say will take away the pain that your family is feeling right now <3
But I want to say that even though Sam's life was cut so unfairly short, please have the knowledge that you gave Sam the life and love that any dog, would have loved and would have felt totally blessed.
Sending you lots of love and prayers at this most difficult time, and it will get easier over time and tears, will be replaced by smiles of precious memories, that will give you comfort and a feeling of absolute love, and Sam's Love will be felt by you forever. <3
Love to you and your family
zena and Fizzly in Spirit xoxox
I am so sorry guys, I don't know what to say. I fear Zep is headed the same way. Our months now feel like weeks...
Feel so very sorry for you. You just don't want "that day" to come. But it does and it's heart breaking. Just be sure you did everything you could for your dog and he will always feel your love. I will be thinking of you and sending hugs.
Gunilla, Penny and Wilbur
7:53 pm
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17 October 2012
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I am so sorry for you loss of Samdog. He will always live forever in your heart.
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."
and Spirit Daisy 
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