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4:05 pm
27 November 2013
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oh gosh, I am so very sorry to hear this 
My heart is breaking right along with you
<3 Kendi and Warrior Angel Salem
<3 Kendi
Mommy of furbaby Salem Bynx
came to my home in 2007
Lost his leg due to cancer
Left us Dec 2013 :(
We are so sorry to hear of TJ's passing. This news is always heart breaking. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Esther and her Snoop
7:21 pm
1 February 2013
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Thinking of you during this difficult time. What special memories you have to hold close to your heart.
Blessings-
Luanne and Spirit Shooter
Spirit Shooter was a Miniature Australian Shepherd who was diagnosed with a MCT and had a LF amp 1/28/13 at 13-1/2 years old.
Shooter crossed the Bridge on 8/28/13, his 7 month ampuversary and two weeks from his 14th birthday.
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17 October 2012
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I am so sorry for your loss. RIP TJ
Hugs
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
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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."
I am so sorry to read this...TJ will live on with you in spirit! He is happy running pain free and will always be grateful for the love and good times that you all shared
RIP TJ
6:00 pm
17 September 2011
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So sorry that it was TJ's time to make his journey to Rainbow Bridge.
Godspeed TJ. Run free, sweet boy, run...
Wishing you strength, peace and comfort until you are reunited again.
Hugs and chocolate Labby kisses,
Ellen & Charley xoxo
Charley's Blog: CHOCOLATE KISSES
DOB: 3-29-08, male chocolate lab
Dx: OSA L proximal humerus 10-19-10
Amputation: L front leg & scapula 10-28-10
Chemo: 5 rounds of Carboplatin
Video (12 weeks post amp):Tripaw Charley Playing
♥♥♥ Lots of supplements and love!!! ♥♥♥
Its been a very difficult week. TJ is on my desk with me now (I had him cremated) so I get to talk to him for a bit every day.
The hardest part if the massive and sudden change in my routine. I loved carrying that dog down the steps every morning. It was 10 seconds of nothing but me and TJ time. He knew where to stand so I could pick him up and at the bottom of the steps when I put him down he would lean on my for a few seconds till he go his balance. I miss that so, so much.
God gave me TJ and I thank Him for that. Caring for that dog the last 9 months really put me in my place.
I knew at some point I would have to say goodbye, and that I was lucky to get 9 more months with TJ after his OS and amputation.
Thank you all for the kind words. TJ is in the 2014 Tripawds calendar so I will get to see him at my desk at work for 30 days straight 
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25 September 2009
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Awwww {{{{{hugs}}}}}.
Yes, it's definitely the loss of routine that hit us hard too. We even missed silly ordinary things like strolling down the meat aisle in the grocery store to pick out treats for Jer (we're vegetarians!). It takes some getting used to, for sure.
Talking to TJ is great therapy, it will help to heal your heart knowing that he's close by physically and spiritually. My heart goes out to you.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I wish you, the peace that comes, knowing you did everything for TJ. He was a beautiful boy, fortunate to have you.
Don't be stranger.
Esther and her Snoop
5:53 am
27 December 2012
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Oh no. I'm a teary mess for you. To come home to that must have been so hard. That's really, really tough. An image that may live on for ever. It's a beautiful thing, though, that he died at home, in his safe place. A place that brought him so much joy, love, and happiness. We know he didn't suffer as his days and WHOLE life up to that final moment were filled with joy.
We'll miss you, TJ. Run free and fast! We love you, you handsome boy.
~ 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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18 October 2009
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I'm so sorry TJ has crossed the Bridge.
I completely get the loss of routine part. Caring for our Tripawds fighting cancer is a time consuming, sometimes stressful, labor of love. And we develop routines that create such a powerful bond- those things that only we know- like carrying TJ. My Tri-pug Maggie was quite a hands on project, and even though I had another pug at home when Maggie crossed over, I didn't know what to do without all the things that had become our norm.
TJ is with you on your desk, in the calendar, and ALWAYS in your heart.
Karen and Spirit Maggie
Tri-pug Maggie survived a 4.5 year mast cell cancer battle only to be lost to oral melanoma.
1999 to 2010
Maggie's Story Amputation and Chemo
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7:17 pm
8 March 2013
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I will just add my condolences to those others who have said it better than I can. You were TJ's champion and leader and you've shared your journey with all of us here. Thank you for that gift. I hope it helps to know we understand and share your loss, as a part of TJ remains with all of us.
-Liz and Angel Roxie Lou
Adding our condolences as well. What a beautiful boy...so glad you had 10 more months with him. Take comfort in ale happy memories. Lots of us are thinking of you.
Deb and Lexie
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.
The Vet where I take TJ sent me a card after they learned he passed.
I need to find the person who hand wrote these kind words and give them a hug.
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25 September 2009
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Oh that would make me lose it, how beautiful.
{{{{{hugs}}}}}
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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