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10:17 pm
26 December 2009


brandnewkey

New England

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To my fellow Tripawd friends:

Tonight, heart failure took away my precious Peanut. I thank you all for always being here through good and bad. I wish Peanut could've been one of those miracle stories that beat cancer. But I don't regret one single moment I've had with her. Nor one single decision I've made for her care.
Thank you for welcoming me and Peanut (and Bubba) into your world, with such open hands and hearts. And thanks for letting me share my Peanut with you all. She now is living the good life with other beloved tripawds on the other side of the bridge. Run, Peanut, run!

-Melanie

**************************
And special to Peanut:

We had a great 6 years together.
Your first night home with me, you impersonated a bump on a log. I thought you'd be such a boring dog! But you proved you had more spunk and spirit than the biggest Saint had in her little pinky. As you grew bigger and stronger, so did your heart and that spirit. Nobody could meet you without feeling it for themselves. You're the most amazing dog I've ever had the pleasure to know and love.
Now I bid you farewell with a heavy and happy heart. I promise these tears I cry now are not all out of sadness. It's impossible for me to think about you and not be happy. But I do miss you already.
Send my love to Jake and Waldo.
I love you, baby girl. Forever.

~*~*~ Peanut is strength, love, and happiness. ~*~*~ 11/30/03 – 12/26/09

11:20 pm
26 December 2009


jerry

The Rainbow Bridge

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Melanie, we are so very sorry to hear this, we send our condolences out to you tonight. 

Peanut has been such an inspawration here, especially for our big dawg Tripawds. Her battle was shorter than anyone wanted to, but her recovery and your lack of regrets are proof that life on three legs can be great even for giant breed dogs. We promise that her story will live on forever here and continue to give hope to others. Thank you for taking the time to be a part of this community.

You too deserve kudos for being so brave at this time. Peanut has taught you well, we should all be more dog, as you are doing now.

Be well, and know that we are always here if you want to talk.

"It's better to hop on three legs than to limp on four."
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11:56 pm
26 December 2009


cometdog

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Melanie,

I am so, so sorry for your loss of Peanut.  My heart so goes out to you and your family.  I wished words could help your pain tonight.  Tomorrow will be such a rough day.

I'm just so sorry for you.

Hugs and Barks,

Ge'Lena

She departed us unexpectedly  from bleeding internally on January 23, 2011
Comet came from a dog hoarder and was born with a deformed front leg. She was sassy and bossy but oh so much fun!  She lost her brother, Rugby in 2009 and got Monkeybutt, the king of Monkeydogs!  He was the most annoying dog ever to a tripawd!

1999 to 2011

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3:05 am
27 December 2009


hugapitbull

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My heart is sad for you, Melanie.  Your post is so strong, so positive, so beautiful.  A great tribute to your wonderful friend.

RIP sweet Peanut.  Run Free at Rainbow Bridge.

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.

We honor our fellow November Five members who will always remain forever in my heart

 Nova – the lone survivor, live proud and long

 Spirits Max, Cherry, & Tika – who made half the journey with us and greeted Trouble at the Bridge

http://k9cancer.org – a canine cancer support community

 

6:13 am
27 December 2009


wileysdad

Tampa, FL

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What a beautiful beautiful dog! I know Peanut loved your hugs and she will continue to love you back even as she romps free again. I'm so sorry you've lost her.
Tyler

Wiley diagnosed with osteosarcoma 10/25/09, left rear leg amputated 10/26/09, chemo begun 11/1/09. Mets in lung confirmed 11/26/09. Had to say goodbye to my sweet Wiley 12/26/09.

7:14 am
27 December 2009


jakesmom

Wesley Chapel, FL

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Melanie,

I couldn't believe it when I logged in and read your post about Peanut! I am so, so sorry for your loss! Frown My tears are flowing for you as I type this… Crying 

I think that Peanut had her surgery the day before Jake did… I still miss him so much! It's such a horrible thing to loose your beloved baby… no matter how much, or how little extra time you had with them, it is never enough!

You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad time… RIP sweet precious Peanut… She is now running free at Rainbow Bridge…

Angel Jake's Mom

Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou…..ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!

8:10 am
27 December 2009


ldillon81

Kirkland, WA

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Run free, Peanut!!!  You will be missed, but as your mommy said, it's impossible to think about you and not be happy :)  What a beautiful way to put it!  You showed us all how to be strong and how to not let a silly thing like cancer or a missing leg get in the way of what we want to do.  You are an outstanding dog…doggie heaven is lucky to get you :)

<3 Laura and Jackers

8:17 am
27 December 2009


zoes4life

Louisville KY

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Melanie,

I'm so sorry for your loss.  I just hate that there is so much sadness especially at this time of year.  You are being brave and continue to put Peanut's best interest first.  I can tell she was loved and you always did what was best for her.  I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in hopes that you will find the strength to heal. 

Karin

8:42 am
27 December 2009


maximutt

Orange County, CA

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Melanie, I'm so sorry to hear about Peanut's loss.  She was a strong girl, and I know you loved her.  Now she's not sick anymore.  My thoughts are with you.

Di

8:53 am
27 December 2009


Cherry

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Melanie and Spirit Peanut,

We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Peanut and would like you to accept our deepest sympathy.  The battle against this horrible disease was a nothing short of heroic.  Our companions constantly teach us the real meaning of hero.  They are there for the downs in our lives to help ease the pains, they are there for the ups to elevate the joy, and they are there to teach us how to fight to keep this balance in tact.  The bond that you share is truly remarkable and while it may be much harder to realize, Peanut is still there to help you.  You will never be without Peanut for the gifts that she gave you will live with you forever.  Our time together will NEVER be long enough, and her battle with cancer may not have been as long as we all would have liked, her story is a story of miracles for each and every one of these extended days is a miracle.  It was clear from your postings that you were able to enjoy each of these these days.  Thanks for sharing Peanut's jouney and may you find peace.

Praying for the you both and for the day when you will be able to remember Peanut with a smile and not just the canyon of a hole of lonliness.

Bob and Cherry

8:55 am
27 December 2009


gineej

Northern Indiana

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Melanie…..

I am so sorry to see that Peanut lost her battle. She was a lucky girl to have someone love them as you did! It is so tough…….and I know that your heart is breaking.

We all join together in sending you our love and support. I am sending you a hug and licks from Paris!

Gineej & Paris

Grateful for every moment we had with Paris…..no regrets!

Honoring her life by opening our hearts & home to Addy!

9:41 am
27 December 2009


rubyaz

Arizona

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I am so very sorry to read that Peanut lost her battle. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this great time of sadness.

Jo Ann & Tasha

Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.

Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….

10:52 am
27 December 2009


tazziedog

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I am so sorry for your loss of Peanut.  I wish that these big dogs could stay around just a little bit longer!  I know how much she will be missed.

Pam

10:55 am
27 December 2009


Emilysmom

Member

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Melanie,

I am so so sorry to hear tthat you lost your precious Peanut!  Bob said it best, I think, when he said "You will never be without Peanut for the gifts that she gave you will live with you forever."  I know that your heart is breaking but I pray soon that you will be able to remember your girl with a smile in your heart.

Debra & Angel Emily

Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.

10:56 am
27 December 2009


Supai

Hill, NH

Member

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Melanie,

So sorry to hear about your loss. Peanut was your special friend and I am sure he cherished every day you spent together as much as you did. His pain is gone, and yours has begun, time will pass but the memories never will. Just remember, your boy is happy and eagerly waiting for you. Until then he will be in great company!

Shaun & Supai

Supai Diagnosed with OS right rear leg 11/23/09 Right rear leg; Amputation 12/3/09 Living with cancer one-day-at-a-time! We said Good Bye on 2/9/2010. We Miss Supai

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