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It is Alexander's time. He is telling us in his own way. We will be bringing him in to his vet's office today and giving the big sweet boy kisses and saying goodbye. I don't even know how I'm going to do it, but I know I cannot let him be in pain and suffer.........
Alexander The Great Dane
Suspected Osteosarcoma July 12
Diagnosed Officially 7/16/2010
Amputated 7/27/2010
Became Spirit Xander 2/20/2011
8:52 am
12 February 2010
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we're sending our thoughts to you. by freeing xander from his broken body, you are giving him a final selfless gift. remember that love never ends.
charon & gayle
Life is good, so very, very good!!! Gayle enjoyed each and every moment of each and every wonderful day (naps included). She left this world December 12, 2011 – off on a new adventure.
Love Never Ends
9:05 am
28 November 2008
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I am so sorry to hear this. Alexander is such a fine boy. Most of us are faced with this decision at some point, and I so admire the strength that is shown when one of us is faced with the quality of life decision.
You are doing what is right for Alexander, and I admire and stand by you. It will, no doubt, be the most difficult part of the journey. I wish there were something I could do to take away the pain, but since that is impossible, know my thoughts are with you.
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.
9:20 am
8 December 2009
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Oh my thoughts are with you today .... Everyone is right... this will be most likely the hardest part of this journey... but you are doing right by Alexander.
Many hugs to you from Maine,
Tracy & Maggie
Maggie was amputated for soft tissue sarcoma 10-20-09
Maggie lost her battle with kidney disease on 8-24-13
9:24 am
12 January 2010
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I am so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you.
Sending strength and hugs.
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
So sorry you've gotten to this part of the journey, hopefully you can feel the support from everyone here, we all know how tough this part is. Our thoughts are with you, Spirit Gus and Dan
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
9:46 am
9 February 2011
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Shannon, I am so very sorry to hear that Xander is hurting so much. As has been pointed out, quality of life is so very important to our tripawd friends. When it's not there, it's so hard to be forced into this decision. Quality of life is what brought us all here in the first place. We all tried or are trying to give our dogs the most bang for their buck, the best life for whatever time they have. You've done that for Alexander. You couldn't have done more. He knows this. And Xander's opinion of you is the only one that matters. To be held in high regard by our dog companions is the ultimate. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of your beautiful Xander.
--Shari
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/
9:58 am
17 February 2010
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I'm so sorry that you and Xander are at the end of your physical journey together. As hard as it is going to be, I hope it is peaceful. Everyone here is with you in spirit.
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/
10:21 am
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25 September 2009
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You con do this by remembering that releasing Xander from his broken body is the final gift you have to give him for all the unconditional love he has given you. He especially needs you to be strong and free of fear at this time. There will be plenty of time to be sad later. Bless you for all you have done for big Al. We're sending nothing but pawsitive thoughts your way. Peace.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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10:52 am
17 January 2011
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We are sooo sorry....know our hearts are breaking along with yours today.....
11:10 am
27 October 2010
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Riley is right , I personally come to love most of the furkids that I meet on this site like one of my own , and my heart breaks right along with anyone that loses one. I only hope that in some way - our heartbreak can help ease your heartbreak during this time. We are sending warm thoughts and prayers your way.
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
11:18 am
I'm so sorry you have reached this time with Alexander. Your love for him will give you strength. You will be in my thoughts.
Cynthia
11:57 am
I'm sorry you have reached the end of the Journey with Alexander.
You have the strength you need for today- you gained it on this journey with him- all the decisions you have made with love for your boy.
I hope you find peace knowing you did the last, best, thing you could for him.
Karen
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