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My Gentle Giant is no longer hurting but my pain is unbearable
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24 January 2013 - 10:09 am
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My Gentle Giant is no longer hurting but our pain is unbearable...

His week since the last seizure, 1-17-13 was GREAT! ... At 10am this morning we were to take him to the magic vet (as I liked to call Dr. Wen) who had changed his medication...which seemed to be working, and I guess take another xray to determine how his lungs were. He was his usual happy self...eating...talking to us...energetic...we had all just gotten home from different places and everything was good. I think he knew...I think he waited until we were all together so he would have the scent of his family with him. About 11:30pm last night he started to have multiple seizures...we took him to the 24hr animal hospital and I held his face close to mine so the last thing he smelled would be his Mommie..so it would be my scent that would send him on his final journey.

I know we did everything possible ....I know he knew how much he was loved....what I don't know is if my pain will ever stop...if I'll be able to function without my baby..my gentle giant...who kept me warm and safe and was so much a part of who I am.

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24 January 2013 - 10:45 am
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Sigh.  I had been thinking of you and your pal for so long, this is not what I wanted to read or hear.  It's also not what you wanted to deal with, go through, or type.  I'm so so sorry.  The pain is immense.  But, you're right in thinking that his pain is no gone and he can run, frolic, play, and smell the sweet grasses on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.  He was incredibly loved and cared for.  You did do everything possible!  Lots of (((HUGS))) your way.  When times get tough, just keep reminding yourself that he's no longer in pain or struggling.

ACL tear in right hind leg 12/5/12 and scheduled ACL repair surgery 12/21/12. Pre-op xrays revealed osteosarcoma. Amputation 12/28/12.  Chemo (carboplatin) started Jan 10, 2013 and ended on April 5, for a total of 5 doses. He handled carbo like a champ!  No side effects.  We started metronomic therapy at his third chemo and have been also doing some holistic treatments.  He's a lively, playful 10 year old huskie-boarder collie and a very proud member of the Winter Warriors!  Our love. Our funny little guy!

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24 January 2013 - 10:58 am
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Stacey, I'm so very sorry. You are right--you did all that you could. At the end, you did the only thing that would help Achilles, and that was to help him find his wings. It does hurt, but it does get better. This is a disease that never plays fair, tells you the rules and then changes them, and makes you question what you're doing. But don't question yourself. You loved Achilles perfectly and he certainly knew that.

Please come back and let everyone know how you're doing. If and when you can, tell us more about Achilles, about his life and what he was like and what he enjoyed. Post a lot of pictures. I think it helps to uncover those happy memories and put them here. It also shows us who your special boy was. In the meantime, I wish you peace and send you big hugs.

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/

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24 January 2013 - 11:33 am
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I am so sorry to hear Achilles has passed.  He was a special boy, and your love for him was evident.  I wish your boy could have had more time with you.  Sending hugs your way.

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24 January 2013 - 11:47 am
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I smiled through tears at your description of sending him off with the scent of Mommie in his nose. What a comfort you were to him in that moment. Sending giant-sized hugs your way.

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24 January 2013 - 12:22 pm
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Oh, I'm so sorry to read this. It was a great, last selfless act that you did for him. Our pain begins when theirs ends.

He is your special angel now. I hope he sends you a sign that he got to the bridge okay. Looks for the signs.

Hang in there. Thinking of you at this horribly difficult time.

Jackie, Angel Abby's mom

Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!

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24 January 2013 - 12:41 pm
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Nooooo, I'm so sorry to hear about your brave boy. I know it hurts so much, and it feels like the pain will never end. There is never an easy way to say goodbye, but we hope that in time, you can smile when thinking about how much he gave to you and your family during his short lifetime. It breaks my heart that he didn't get to be with us longer.

I remember you had challenges when it came to posting photos; if you would like to send us a couple via Private Message, just click the "PM" button to the right of my name. You can attach pics to your message and I will be happy to share them with everyone. We would love to see your happy warrior.

 

Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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24 January 2013 - 3:27 pm
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I am so sorry you are going through this pain.  It is the worst feeling when you know there is nothing more you can do for them.  I'm glad you could be there with your boy, hugging and holding him close as he crossed over. Your boy knew he was loved and safe.  Know that you did everything you could. 

We can't take away your pain but it does get easier, with time and hopefully he will send you a sign to let you know he is OK. 

 

Many hugs.

 

Karen and Spirit Magnum

Magnum: 30th May 2002 to 5th May 2012. Lost her back left leg to osteosarcoma on 5th Sep 2011. Lung mets found on 20th Mar 2012 but it was bone mets in the hip that ended her brave battle. Magnum's motto - "Dream as if you'll live for ever, live as if you'll die today" (James Dean). Loyal, loving, courageous and spirited to the end. My beloved heart dog, see her memoirs from Rainbow Bridge ...... http://princess.....pawds.com/





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24 January 2013 - 4:55 pm
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I am so sorry to hear about Achilles.  You were the very first one to chat with me in the chat room and share a picture of Achilles through email with me.  I still have that wonderful picture of your boy.  God Bless you and run free Achilles.  Enjoy the sunshine and wind in your face at the Bridge. 

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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."

New Jersey
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25 January 2013 - 4:30 am
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I am so, so sorry to hear about Achilles, what a wonderful boy! It is incrediblly hard to lose our beloved furbabies. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

 

Joan and Lily

Our beautiful Lily was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her front leg on 12/14/11 at age 8 and had amp on 12/16/11. She completed 5 rounds of carbo. She was so brave and kicked cancer's butt daily! She lived life fully for 4 years, 3 months, and 15 days after her amp. My angel is a warrior princess. I miss her so much.

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25 January 2013 - 8:35 am
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I'm sorry to read you lost Achilles.  I know how much it hurts and I think it hurts even more when you put everything you have into the fight.  I'm not sure the hurt ever really goes away, but you adjust to the new normal, just as Achilles adjusted to his new norm.  You did everything humanly possible, and in the end, you took on the pain so he would be free of pain.  Allow yourself time to grieve, it's OK to cry.  And as others have said stay connected with your forum family. 

Harley is an 8 year old Golden Retriever. Amp surgery for an infiltrative lipoma canceled due to two masses in chest. A rescue, he found his forever home on 3/18/07 and left for his eternal home on 1/09/13. His story and medical history are at http://myharley.....pawds.com/

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25 January 2013 - 1:06 pm
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I am so sorry for your loss.  I cried when I read how you sent him to the bridge- it reminded me of how I sent my Chili Dawg.  Our pain begins when theirs ends, but know this- Achilles knew he was loved and that is what matters the most.  Sending you hugs,

 

Spirit Chili Dawg's pack.

Diagnosed with OSA: 5/2/2011 Ampuversary: 5/11/2011 OSA returned in hip: 8/26/2011
Chili Dawg crossed the Rainbow Bridge on 8/30/2011 & is now pain free. He was my heart dog, and I miss him every day.

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27 January 2013 - 9:40 pm
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Achilles Mom Stacey wanted to share these photos of her handsome warrior. What a sweet angel.

Stacey, our hearts go out to you. We send all our love to you for comfort and peace as you cope with such a great loss.

Rest in peace Achilles, watch over our Tripawd heroes.

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Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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28 January 2013 - 7:14 am
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So handsome and striking, indeed!  Rest in peace, and in energetic fun!

ACL tear in right hind leg 12/5/12 and scheduled ACL repair surgery 12/21/12. Pre-op xrays revealed osteosarcoma. Amputation 12/28/12.  Chemo (carboplatin) started Jan 10, 2013 and ended on April 5, for a total of 5 doses. He handled carbo like a champ!  No side effects.  We started metronomic therapy at his third chemo and have been also doing some holistic treatments.  He's a lively, playful 10 year old huskie-boarder collie and a very proud member of the Winter Warriors!  Our love. Our funny little guy!

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30 January 2013 - 7:37 am
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Rest in Peace Achilles, you, as was my Great Zuess "son of Zuni" were a great warrior and I remember your story.   I miss my Zuess as your care givers remember and you hold dear.   For Always ♥

 

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