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Orrtanna Pa.
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16 April 2014 - 9:42 pm
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I had to help my boy across the bridge this evening. Still does not seem real to me. He had a great day yesterday. Playing a bit and eating so much. When I sat and brushed and petted him, he seemed to keep mooching his head into my lap. Just a bit closer Mom. Last night around bedtime he started whining and whimpering. When I put my hand on his belly, it felt like popcorn was popping in there. I figured, ok just gas. It continued all night. I lay with him and rubbed his belly. I canceled his staple removal today as I could not get him up. Every time I tried , he would cry out in pain. I knew. I could not get him into car and drive such a long way with him. I called our farm vet, but no one could come out. I then made appt. with other local vet we have been seeing in between specialist. He was the vet who sent us to cancer doc. Ty had a 104 fever again. He just lay there staring off somewhere. He was breathing so fast. Vet said we could do blood work, maybe keep him for IV fluids, do a steroid shot and maybe a big maybe he would rally. I could clearly tell he did not think so. I could not do anything else to my precious boy. He looked at me this morning with a look that I can only describe as pissed. Sorry I don't usually talk like that, but he just looked at my like why?? I feel like someone has their foot in my stomach and won't take it out. I am so stinking angry. We fought so darn hard to beat this. We even beat MRSA . He had a lesion on his lip and we found several more lumps. I think the cancer was just eating up his body. The vet had not seen him in a few weeks and was shocked at how thin he was. I was feeding him so much too! So the theory is with no further testing that he had a neoplastic disease throughout his body. I think yesterday was a gift from him to me. I found a bunch of pennies today. Before he was gone. Somehow I knew how this day was going to end up. I found some in my closet on floor. Then I went in to curl my hair and there was one on the counter . It had not been there earlier. Then when I went up the lane to get mail, there was one there. I think maybe our pups that have already crossed were sending them. Maybe. Ty ordered ahead. He went to sleep with his head in my lap with his Mommy telling him how much she loves him. I think this is s decision that once it I'ds done, you have a momentary panic of no I have changed my mind. I actuall cannot believe I can get this into words. He could not eat a kong yesterday, that made me SOS sad. He used to jump and grab it and run off. He really could not get the hang of holding it with his other leg. I miss him so much. I would give anything to feel him leaning up against me in the kitchen. Heck I would give anything to have to go outside to find a shoe he drug off.if this is making no sense, I am sorry. Also sorry. Jesse a outs Thorpe harness. I will advertise it as soon as I feel up to it. I was defiantly not expecting this outcome. I willll Prost some pics celebrating his life soon too. He was only 8 he was not supposed to leave yet he is supposed to be here stealing shoes and I leaping the porch steps in a single bound. ,how I hate you cancer. You took my boy away from me. '

TY GUY, Best Black Lab ever! Diagnosed  and had amp in January, 2014. Kicked MRSA's butt. Earned his angel wings on April 16, 2014. Run Free my boy and don't forget a shoe. Ty is a proud member of the " April Angels". Ty sent us Daryl, a Tripawd rescue in Sept. of 2016. Daryl is 5 +or -. We are also Pawrents to Chandler, a Border Collie mix who is 15 and 1/2, Lucy, a Corgi who is 7, 2 minis, 2 horses, and a feisty cat named Zoe. Zoe had a non skeletal Osteosarcoma removed in July 2015. No Chemo, she was at least 16. She is going strong although she is now completely blind. She is now close to 20 and her hobbies are eating and sleeping in front of her personal heater. 

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16 April 2014 - 9:55 pm
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Oh Lori... Here I am crying again for a lost tripawd hero! My heart just breaks with you. I know how hard you and Ty fought against this! This is just NOT fair! Too many of our beloveds have crossed the rainbow bridge. I know that you gave Ty the best life he could have ever asked for. And he loved you unconditionally! Those pennies were a sign and I hope you can find *some* comfort in them. Although I know comfort is not what you feel at all right now. ugh! This is a terrible disease! Sending you lots of hugs and anything else you need right now. I'm so sorry.

 

Cody and Family

Cody is our 7 year old Australian Heeler mix boy. Diagnosed on 2/20/14 and became a tripawd 2/21/14! We chose a homeopathic approach and he is being treated by Dr. Loops our of NC.

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16 April 2014 - 10:03 pm
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Lori, stunned isn't even the right word. How do I begin?

We are devastated, feeling so very, very bad for you, Ty, for all of the hurting families here in this community. I can't believe we have lost another warrior. My heart aches, I am very, very sorry.

If it's any help, any comfort at all, never forget that you and Ty fought so courageously, so lovingly. You battle was harder than most, and some day the pain of what you've been through will subside. Once again you will remember Ty for all of his silliness, his adorable nature, his selfless love for you. It's these memories and good times that are more powerful than anything cancer can do, love conquers, always.

My heart goes out to you, with lots of hugs and love.

Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Virginia







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16 April 2014 - 10:08 pm
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DAMNIT DAMNIT DAMNIT!! Can't even write......soooooo sorry Lori.....sooooo damn sorry

You did the right thing for hi today Lori! Something was foinf on without questin! And pain....yes....that,s the right time. You exhausted ALLoptio s and beat all of them! It was just this piece of crap disease.

I'm s soooooooo sorry!

Yes,ot will even hurt more tomorrow an I dn't ecen kow how to begin to be here foryou right now

Yo are not alone sweet Lori.

I KNOW Tu gae yo a great day yesterday and that's what he wants you to remember.

I'm soooo glad you jad quality time at home these last couple of weeks...so glad you have those memories....so glad he was home
Go bak and look down the lane again......I'm retty sure you'll find some M&M's Happy Hannah left fr him. He will be so loved by some ighty fi e Angels.

I'm sorry Lori...I'm such a coward, I just can't write anymore right now.

I love you!

Sally 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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16 April 2014 - 10:09 pm
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Lori,

I'm so very, very sorry. Ty fought so hard, and you fought so hard for him and with him. You did everything you could for him, right up until the end when you told him once again how much you love him. He knows how much, and he loves you just as much!

Sending you love and hugs,
Carol

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17 April 2014 - 1:58 am
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Good morning Lori,

I am so sorry that you have lost your beautiful boy, Ty....but also "salute" your courage to let him cross the bridge when it was time.

You are right....this is not fair.....but I hope the happy memories of your "shoe stealing" boy will eventually help ease your pain.

Many hugs

Linda and Tucker

Virginia
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17 April 2014 - 6:16 am
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OH Lori, I am so sorry. This is just devastating. Again I've found my tears. We have all been cheering for Ty. Its hard to find the courage to let them go but its the last courageous act of love we can give them. You are right, this is NOT fair! The good memories are there forever and cancer can't have those, his spirit, his love it will never touch! 

I just know that my Jake is up there, making friends with Shelby, Happy Hannah and now Ty. Those pennies you found were our babies and they knew it was almost time to meet Ty. They were welcoming him home. 

Hugs Hugs Hugs 

Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”  

      

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17 April 2014 - 7:24 am
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Oh, Lori!  Oh....

This has been one of the most heroic fights with cancer and MRSA and other battles.  You have persevered and fought and willed and fought more.  You've cried and now we're crying with you....again.  Ty put up with a lot, but that's because he had such a spectacular, strong mom by his side!  You went to the moon and back for him.  We know it.  He knew it.

Now, after that lovely send off, he's without pain.  He can move!  In fact, I know he's hoarding every sneaker he could find, waiting to showcase his bounty to you.

I ache for your pain.  I'm so sorry.  So so sorry.  It hurts so much when we fight so long and hope so big.

Sorry....HUGS

~ Katy & Jackson

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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17 April 2014 - 7:38 am
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There are no words to convey the things I feel for you right now. Unfair is definitely at the top of the list. You and Ty struggled valiantly through the past months. We grew to know and love you both. You gave him your all and he gave you unconditional love in return. Please know that you are in our hearts and minds.

Sending you healing hugs,
Kathi and Murphy

Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!

UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!

Virginia
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17 April 2014 - 7:41 am
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I'm so, so sorry Lori, for the loss of your wonderful Ty far too soon. I'll echo what Sally said...some might fine Angels are happy they get to play with him.
((((Big Hugs))))

Deb and Angel Lexie* Diagnosed at age 13. Tried radiation first; wish we had amputated upon diagnosis (even with lung mets). Joined Club Tripawd April 2014 & Lexie loved life on 3 legs! Advice: Start physical therapy as soon as your vet clears it, especially hydrotherapy if available :-) See Lexie pics here.  

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17 April 2014 - 8:04 am
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Oh my dear .... I am soooooo sorry.... WOW ... we have had too many losses yesterday. I will say it for all of us FUCK YOU CANCER! (sorry but Jill will appreciate that). 

You did EVERYTHING. YOU were the most amazing mom Ty could ever ask for ... and he told you. You both were such strong fighters ... I Am so incredibly sad for you.

But I will tell you this - my girl, Shelby, is right there .. .ready to play, ready to jump, ready to welcome Ty. She will show him the ropes and he will shake her off (she's a bit of a needy one but loves the bigger guys). And she loves boys!!! :-) Such the flirt, my girl. 

I know since I am there with you right now that there is nothing we can say or do to physically take the pain away but stay close to us ... I attribute a lot of my strength this second week to this amazing community. My heart aches for you ... 

Lots of love and hugs! You did EVERYTHING! 

Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.

October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014

Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife

Orrtanna Pa.
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17 April 2014 - 8:04 am
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I feel like I am wandering aimlessly this morning. Outside is worst, oh how he loved to be outside. He would come bounding up the yard, muddy and wet from splashing in the creek and leap our 3 porch steps and land on the porch. Then he would proceed to wiggle and jump with pure excitement. At what I do not know. I now see that that T y has not been with me for a long, long time. I want him back so bad. I feel hyper vigilant of my Border collie now as he is 10 not a young man by any standards. Lucy is looking for her patient. She even seems sad and Lucy is never sad. I will tell you a funny story, when we were building our house, I had chickens at our barn. (Barn was already here) I tried the free range thing. Ty liked to try and catch them. He was gentle with his mouth , but I took a few chickens from him. One day I got back to our house. Ty had been out because I had been summoned from my yard to help catch horses that my Son in law had accidentally let loose. Anyhow, the contractors said " your Lab came up here with a chicken in his mouth and buried it. They proceeded to show me the place in my flower bed that Ty had stored his treasure. I dug up what I thought was a dead chicken. All of the sudden, it wiggled its head flopped around and ran off into the woods. This was life with Ty. I will miss his holes in my flower beds, I will miss missing shoes, I will miss being licked to death and jumped upon. Most of all, I will miss those big brown eyes. They looked at me with such love. He was a very devoted dog with such a kind soal. I love him so very much. I hope he finds lots of love over the bridge, he was very dependant on my Chan Man ( border collie) his big brother. I worry because he is without him and without his Mommy now. I am just rambling because I am so sad. crying I love you all and am so grateful for your support. Lori and Angel Ty I miss you my precious, precious Ty Guy!

TY GUY, Best Black Lab ever! Diagnosed  and had amp in January, 2014. Kicked MRSA's butt. Earned his angel wings on April 16, 2014. Run Free my boy and don't forget a shoe. Ty is a proud member of the " April Angels". Ty sent us Daryl, a Tripawd rescue in Sept. of 2016. Daryl is 5 +or -. We are also Pawrents to Chandler, a Border Collie mix who is 15 and 1/2, Lucy, a Corgi who is 7, 2 minis, 2 horses, and a feisty cat named Zoe. Zoe had a non skeletal Osteosarcoma removed in July 2015. No Chemo, she was at least 16. She is going strong although she is now completely blind. She is now close to 20 and her hobbies are eating and sleeping in front of her personal heater. 





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17 April 2014 - 8:09 am
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Wow, I am so shocked.  I am so sorry to hear about your baby Ty.  Words can not even describe.  Run Free Ty.  This is not fair.  Cancer sucks.  I am so sorry about this.

 

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Michelle & Angel Sassy

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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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17 April 2014 - 8:21 am
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I am new here but wanted to add my condolences.....what a wonderful life you gave him!  I love the chicken story!!  All these losses are just breaking my heart.  So very, very sorry  🙁

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17 April 2014 - 8:29 am
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I am so very very sorry for your loss 🙁  Alison said it right and exactly how Jill would say it with her NY potty mouth!

It's just not fair....I know Ty is running around, free from all pain and watching down on you now.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know that we are all here for you.

All my 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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