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Run Free Dilly; thank you for inspiring us for so many years
16 May 2011
10:35 am
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We just got the sad news that Dilly, a 16.5 year old, ten year survivor of mast cell cancer, has earned her wings. cry

Dilly wasn't a Tripawd but she was a beloved pup and family member to Gina Snow, Tripawds' favorite holistic veterinary expert and Auntie to Maggie the Agile Cow Dog.

Besides being an amazing pup, Dilly was truly something special who proved that even with the most terrible diagnosis, the odds can be beaten!

Her spirit will live on in the wonderful work that his Mom Gina is doing for the animal community and here at Tripawds.

We are so sorry for your loss Gina, we know that even with a long life like Dilly's, it's still painful to say goodbye.

Run free, Dilly, we will miss you.

It's better to hop on three legs than to limp on four.™
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16 May 2011
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Awe, thank you Jim and Rene for posting this about Dilly Bean!  She will be greatly missed…here's a write up of Dilly from Gina's website:

http://www.swan…..lyDog.html

 

Tracy(her Auntie) and Maggie(her cousin)

Diagnosed with soft tissue sarcoma 10-12-09, amputation of left rear leg 10-20-09
maggie.tripawds.com

"It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get back up."  ~ Vince Lombardi
 
 
16 May 2011
11:30 am
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What a beautiful tribute! Here's Dilly all decked out:

It's better to hop on three legs than to limp on four.™
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16 May 2011
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Oh, wow, what can I say….THANK YOU for posting this about Dilly.  You are so correct, no matter how long the life is, it is always a huge hole when they leave us. 

Cancer never got the Dilly dog after that original diagnosis all those years ago.  It was actually her spine that gave out after years of having just too much fun with the frisbee and just being a Bull dog without a care….:-) 

It was THE hardest thing I have done to date but I rest easier now knowing she is comfy once again…..

 

Dilly will always remain my inspiration about holistic health.  Without her, I may have never found this path soon enough for me and my entire furry family. 

RIP Dilly Bean, you truely were one remarkable girl,

xoxox

Gina

16 May 2011
11:53 am
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{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}

Gina, thank you for sharing her life with us. We will always remember her.

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16 May 2011
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Maddie and I are so sorry for your loss and grateful for all you do for the animal community.

RIP sweet Dilly Dog.

 

Maddie Mae and Mama Kelly

16 May 2011
3:58 pm
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Dilly truly was one in a million in so many ways.  She was a regal old gal and will be greatly missed.  Thank you for being a a part of our lives.

My deepest condolences to the family who loved her for those 16 wonderful years.

RIP sweet Dilly.  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
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16 May 2011
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Thank you all!!!  It means a lot……..crying

16 May 2011
7:17 pm
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and not to make everyone cry, but this says it all:

 

I LOVED YOU BEST

So this is where we part, My Friend, 
and you'll run on, around the bend,
gone from sight, but not from mind, 
new pleasures there you'll surely find. 
I will go on, I'll find the strength, 
life measures quality, not its length.
One long embrace before you leave, 
share one last look, before I grieve. 
There are others, that much is true,
but they be they, and they aren't you. 
And I, fair, impartial, or so I thought,
will remember well all you've taught. 
Your place I'll hold, you will be missed,
the fur I stroked, the nose I kissed. 
And as you journey to your final rest, 
take with you this…I loved you best

© Copyright 2002 
~ Jim Willis ~ 

17 May 2011
9:17 pm
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Gina,

So sorry you had to part with Dilly- but what a survivor!  Truly an inspiration and a testament to love, faith, and a holistic path.  What a blessing that you got to see that face turn gray.

I hope your memories provide you with strength and peace in this difficult time of transition.

 

Karen and the pugapalooza

Karen and the Pugapalooza: Spirit Tri-Pug Maggie, Forever the Leader of our Pack, and the Quad pugs Tani & Obie
17 May 2011
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gina, we're saddened to hear of dilly's passing, but what a glorious and brave life!!!  the poem was beautiful – tears flowing.  hopefully time will allow the happy memories to replace your tears.  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 http://etgayle
17 May 2011
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My deepest condolences to Dilly's family.  It's so hard and we all totally understand. 

Her Retired AvatarComet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly  January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
17 May 2011
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Gina,

I'm so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life she had. You must be so proud of her.
The poem was beautiful.

Cynthia & Isabelle

SWEET ISABELLE Rescued from Hurricane Katrina 09/17/2005 OSA diagnosed 08/19/2010. L rear leg amputated 08/24/2010         Resection of MCT in R rear leg 01/20/2011 Enjoying Her Fabulous Life at 13!
18 May 2011
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Gina, Am so sorry to hear of your loss. And yes, the poem did bring tears to my eyes.

Sending you many golden hugs,

Cathy

Skyler earned her wings and regained her right rear limb on 6/11/2010. Chloe earned her wings and joined her sister Skyler on 4/4/2011.They are now "Happy Together" with all the other Tripawd heroes and other furbabies that are running free at Rainbow Bridge.
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