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It's with a heavy heart that I write this post to say my Kasey lost her battle yesterday. She fought long and hard battling mast cell tumors, but unfortunately this last time was too much for her. This round hit her hard and fast and I knew that she was telling me it was her time.
You never know how much a dog can truly touch your heart, but Kasey did just that. She was my best friend for 14 years. I loved her and love her still so very much. She will be missed by me and her three other siblings. She went peacefully at the vet's office that has been her caretaker for 12 years. Kasey battled so many issues as a senior dog and she did not skip a beat. Her leg was amputated in February 2014 and later that year she broke a toe on her remaining front leg. She had no issues with cancer until September of 2015, she had another mast cell tumor removed in the same area as her amputated leg. Then unfortunately last Friday (May 6), I noticed a large lump on the same side of her amputation but near her neck. It was painful when I touched it, I knew it was not a good sign. She went to the vet and tests were ran. On Wednesday night she ate (well inhaled her dinner) like she normally does and tried to eat her brother's dinner too. Then an hour later it was like she was a completely different dog. I called the vet Thursday morning and we took her in that afternoon. She was having problems standing, hadn't ate all day, and her gums were pale. I knew at that moment the end was near. We took her home with some pain meds and let her hangout with her family. I took Friday off and we spent the day together. We sat on the deck enjoying the sun and the breeze, she napped with her siblings, I held her and loved on her. It was the perfect day for us.
Losing a pet is one of the hardest things in the world, but losing Kasey is almost unbearable. I miss all the little things about her and I know the pain will remain for awhile. I just have to turn to my memories and try to smile. Thank you all for your thoughts and support you gave me and Kasey during this journey!
Rest in peace my sweet Kasey! You are pain free and running with your cousin Bailey and your sister Cooper at the Rainbow Bridge. Mommy loves you so very much!
Ohhhh my heart goes out to you, we are so sorry. What a sad day in the Tripawds Nation!
It's always hard when we lose a member, every single dog and cat touches us, makes us better people in different ways, and Kasey was one of the brightest stars in the Tripawd Universe. Her resiliency was incredible, she had such spunk and showed us what's possible for mature gals on three legs.
We will all miss her so much. Tonight we light a candle for her, and for our other new angel, Turbo. In my heart I know that they are being welcomed by the official Tripawd Angels welcome wagon of happy dogs and cats who are whole and healthy and young again. Kasey is free, she is one of them now. And her spirit will always guide you as you walk this universe, until you meet again.
Run, play and romp in the stars Kasey. Leave your people signs so they can smile and remember all of the good times you shared OK?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Fly High, Sweet Kasey! 
I'm so sorry for your loss,
Donna
Donna, Glenn & Murphy
Murphy had his right front leg amputated due to histiocytic sarcoma at 7 years old. He survived 4 years, 2 months & 1 week, only to be taken by hemangiosarcoma at 11 1/2 years 6/12/17
Read about Murphy's Life on Three Legs
Run free Kasey. I am so sorry for your loss.
xoxxo
Michelle & Angel Sassy
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."
Oh I'm so sad for you .... Kasey joined around our time and I was always so impressed by her warrior status and all that she went through. My sincere condolences for your tremendous loss...
hugs,
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
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
Yes, Kasey is, and always will be, a Legend around here! Not to mention being one.of the.cutest tripawds ever!!
This just breaks my heart. I'm so very, very sorry. We had the privilege of getting to know Kasey and cheering for her this entire journey. She really became quite the little Miracle Dog around here. She will ALWAYS be an inspiration to anyone starting here...especially the Seniors. What an incredible Beacon.of Hope our Kasey has been...and always will be!
Kasey KNEW how very loved she was and she KNEW shhe could count on you to give her the gift of release when she was ready. It's so jard to love them enough to help them out of their earthly clothes that no longer served them. She's so grateful you were able to do that.
The grief you feel right now will seem unbearable and never ending. The void, the nonexistent routines, the inability to sleep, the dread of going home, the not wanting to leave.....it's all so devastating.
You have sooooo many thousands of days of joy and loving with Kasey that she wants you to remember. They will help push the grief further away eventually...slowly, ever so.slowly.
Please.stay connected. This is not easy. We know there are no.words. We just want you to know how much you and Kasey mean to us. She impacted us on so.many levels and will NEVER be forgotten here...EVER!!
With love
Sally and My Chunky Spiritual Being Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie
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!
I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet-faced Kasey, she fought a long battle and kicked the ugly c for a long time. She also left on her terms, and yours as well.
We all definitely know the unbearable heart break for sure, but hoping in time, just like the rest of us that suffered terribly from our losses here, you learn to live, love, and have joy in your life once again, it does take time, but it does happen.
Keeping you in my thoughts, and hoping all the years of happy memories of Kasey fill your heart always...💜🐾
Bonnie, Angel Polly, Pearl, and Zuzu
Your Kasey was such a Warrior. She really kicked butt. This part of the journey is absolutely the hardest part. That sweet face of hers will be a part of you forever and the love you shared will span the heavens. Sending you healing thoughts and prayers and many hugs that you will eventually get to a place of peace.
Linda, Riley & Spirits Mighty Max & Ollie
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