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5:32 pm
25 August 2010
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I just wanted everyone to know that his last week with us was relatively pain free, full of love, and precious moments. He left us in a peaceful way today. I feel attention should be paid to this sweet Warrior boy, he fought the bravest fight, and until the very end he begged me to keep fighting with him.
Run my beautiful Sammy, stretch all of those wonderful legs and run free again.
With every beat,
Mom
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
6:00 pm
Hello Elizabeth. Very sorry to hear of Sammy's passing. I know the two of you had a long hard road. I am glad that his last week was relatively pain free and I am glad that you were able to spend that time with him. I know that you made every moment count. I thought about you every single day and kept checking for news about Sammy. Glad that you took the time to just focus on him. Praying for your comfort and healing even though it will be very hard. Valentina will have a good ol time playing with Sammy. Just imagining that makes me smile. Run free Sammy!!
6:03 pm
6 March 2011
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We are all going to miss Sammy, this special boy. May your many happy memories comfort you.
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August 16, 2006 to November 28, 2011
TATE ~ Forever in our hearts.
So sorry for your loss. Sammy seemed like a very special boy. It's obvious that he was showered with love. What more do our furbabies really want? May your memories help to fill the hole in your heart.
Judy and Baby
6:12 pm
12 February 2010
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those who are left, feel the loss. sammy is now free from his broken body and is running with shy and all of the tripawds who have gone before him. i know gayle was there to greet him, and is showing him the ropes. hopefully the memories you've made will help, with time, to dry the tears. love never ends.
charon & spirit 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
Elizabeth, I can't tell you how sorry I am this time has come, but the fact he had a good week I hope gives you comfort in knowing he didn't suffer and you won't have to regret waiting to long to release him from his pain. I hope Gus was there to greet him and shows him how much fun hunting varmits can be. Our thoughts are with you, Big Paws up to Sammy tonight, Spirit Gus and Dan 
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
6:42 pm
8 November 2010
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Oh, Elizabeth, we knew this was coming — but it doesn't make it much easier, does it? I have been thinking of you and wondering how the day went. I know how lonely the night will be, and I hope you and your husband find comfort in the way courageous battle you waged. Sammy gave it his all, and so did you. He was so lucky you found him.
The next few months will be hard, but it does get a little easier. Happy memories will slowly replace the agony of losing him.
I am so, so sorry he is gone. Through your eloquent and heartfelt writing, many of us learned to love your Sammy. May his spirit will soar and may he run pain-free with our other Tripawd warriors.
Sending lots of hugs your way ...
Beth, Rick and Spirit Smilin' Sammy
Smilin' Sammy, March 16, 2004 – Dec. 5, 2011
Golden retriever, diagnosed with osteosarcoma in September 2010 — right front leg amputated November 2010. He fought valiantly to stay with us; but a second diagnosis of osteosarcoma, this time in his left front leg, was more than our golden warrior could overcome. He loved his pack — and everyone else he met.
We loved him even more.
Thanks for the pennies, Sammy. They helped.
6:54 pm
7 November 2011
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Sending big hugs to you. Even though you know its coming it really doesn't make it much easier. Hold those memories close and you will treasure them forever.
Fly free Sammy fly free.
Sarah, Kayla and Sarge
7:00 pm
2 February 2011
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Elizabeth,
Sammy will forever be remembered as the beautiful, smiling boy he was... It's so difficult to say good-bye, but knowing that you did right by your boy does help ease the sting a little. I'm so sad for you tonight. And I'm so glad we got a chance to get to know him this past summer. He was wonderful and sweet and very loved.
We're thinking of you.
Micki
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7:05 pm
29 October 2010
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Sammy definitely was a warrior. He fought bravely and wore a smile all the while.
I know how much it hurts when they are gone. Try to focus on all the happy memories. Sammy wouldn't want you to be sad. He's still there with you, in your heart. Look for the pennies letting you know he's ok.
Big hugs,
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!
7:35 pm
29 November 2008
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I'm so sorry to hear Sammy has passed. He fought a brave battle. Sending healing thoughts your way tonight.
7:37 pm
17 January 2011
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You were in my thoughts all day today....I am so sorry...
Run free beautiful boy....
Sending hugs
KaCee and angel Riley
7:54 pm
Elizabeth,
No doubt Sammy, your Sweet Warrior Boy, should be honored for his fight. I have lit a candle in my home to honor Sammy and with tears in my eyes my heart aches for your loss. I hope you will find comfort in knowing you gave him your love and shared those precious moments with him until the very end. Even though it feels like it, know you are not alone Elizabeth. And Sammy is not alone either, he is running free now with all his friends. You and your husband will be in my thoughts and prayers for peace at this difficult time.
Love,
Pattie & Spirit Fortis
Elizabeth...my heart is breaking in a million pieces for you at this moment. I don't think I can say anything else.
8:13 pm
13 June 2011
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Elizabeth, I am so sorry to hear that Sammy has left us. I'm glad that he had a memorable final days and a peaceful passing. We are thinking of you all and celebrating Sammy's beautiful life. Run free, sweet boy.
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