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London, UK


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9 October 2016 - 10:05 pm
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This is devastating. Just so unbearably cruel. I am so, so sorry. They are together. I always loved the way you described their relationship with Otis as Tess's protector. And now they are together again, but my heart just breaks for you. 

Sending love,

Clare xxx

Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.

Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...

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9 October 2016 - 10:17 pm
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I am so sorry to hear this, Christine. The entire Tripawds nation is mourning with you tonight. I do have to believe, as others have said, that Otis needed her there with him now. He will be busily showing her the ropes and learning all the new things with her. We will keep you in our hearts.

Kathi and the Turbotail April Angel...and the Labradork

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!

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9 October 2016 - 11:00 pm
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This is unreal! Christine we are sooo sorry. I can't even think of words right now, none can do this justice. We will write more tomorrow but for now know that all our love and a million hugs are coming to you. Wow.

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9 October 2016 - 11:59 pm
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Oh I am just so, so sorry. Just to echo what everyone is saying, please try not to feel any guilt - their two situations were entirely different. She is with Otis now, they are playing and happy and will meet you again. I truly believe that. It probably doesn't help your heart much now, and its just not fair that this happened. Please take care of yourself and know that all of us are thinking of you.

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10 October 2016 - 12:20 am
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Speechless hugs...

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10 October 2016 - 4:00 am
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I took the girls for a walk this morning, and I walked round feeling really very upset. It's just so hard, Christine, and it feels so unbelievably unfair. And I know these things are never 'fair', and Cancer doesn't work like that, but still that's how I felt, just really angry and upset that such a kind and supportive person is having such an awful, awful time. Anyway, as I drove back up the farm track, this is what I saw, so I stopped and took a photo. I just wanted to pass it on.

Sending love,

Clare xxx

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Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.

Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...

The Amazing Adventures of Ruby Tuesday 

My Life as a Megastar

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10 October 2016 - 4:53 am
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I am so sorry for your lose. Stay strong, know you gave both Otis and Tess the most wonderful life and now they are at peace, free of this horrible disease. I know you are a strong soul. The support you have offered others is priceless and now is time to reflect and not to feel guilty. You loved your dogs like no other and they will forever be close in your heart. I cant make this better with words and I cant lessen the pain, but I hope your grieving is short lived and you can move through to the happy memories and a bright future

And when the time is right for you, please stay connected - your experience and wisdom helps so many of us

Much love from Karis and Zuki

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Zuki Wuggafer 30/09/06 - 11/11/16. Right hind tripawd due to Osteosarcoma. He had a strong 5 and half months as a tripawd but unfortunately a secondary issue with his spine ended our battle. He loved life, loved our family and was the best dog I could ever ask for. Truly my first love, forever in my thoughts and heart.

Read our story: http://zuki.tripawds.com/

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10 October 2016 - 5:31 am
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I didn't want to click on this thread.  It hurts!  We hurt with you .... for Tess and Otis and you.

With much love. Sending hugs full of peace and strength your way. 

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10 October 2016 - 6:40 am
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My tears fall along with everyone else's today.  This is so not right!  Some battles are lost even before they begin and this is one of those battles.  There were no choices to be made for your girl you had to love her enough to let her go.  I know your heart is shattered and I'm sending you so much love and many hugs.  I think the day Tess wandered off she connected with Otis and he told her how wonderful the Bridge was and she knew that's where she wanted to be....back with Otis once again and this time forever.  When your time comes to join them be prepared those two are going to knock you over thanking you for the most special life you gave them!  Fly free Angel Tess, you're back home with Otis.

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10 October 2016 - 9:20 am
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My heart aches for you .. I am so sorry.... this just seems so incredibly unfair on so many levels. To lose two beloved family members so close together ... no words. Know I will hold you in my heart and am sending love ....

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

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10 October 2016 - 12:07 pm
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I know there are no words to make this any easier. Just knowing that people care helps a tiny bit.

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10 October 2016 - 12:49 pm
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Like everyone has already said there are just no words! We are so sorry for your loss ! We are so sorry this is so unfair!

The only comfort I can see is that Tess and Otis are together now. 

We are sending you our strength, and the biggest of hugs! 





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10 October 2016 - 1:19 pm
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Christine,

I saw this after I saw your blog.  Tears streaming down my face.  I am so so sorry.  Do not blame yourself.  If this was Hemangio and she already started to bleed you wouldn't have been able to do anything.  Sometimes we just don't know.  My heart is breaking for you and your family.

Tess and Otis will send you signs they are ok.  Thinking of you. 

Damn this disease...

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xoxoxo

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.

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10 October 2016 - 3:02 pm
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I am so so sorry to hear this, my heart breaks for you. You know that we are all here for you as you have been for us! Prayers and hugs.... i hate cancer!!!!!  Karen P

Bentley is our eight year old Doberman, diagnosed 7/13/16 with osteosarcoma tumor on right front leg, became a tripawd on 8/1/2016. His recovery was amazing, he was rockin it on 3! Bentley lost his fight to this nasty cancer when it metastisized into his spine, we had to let him go 11/13/16 exactly 4 months after first diagnosis. He was the perfect best friend, i'll miss him forever. :(

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10 October 2016 - 3:14 pm
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I am just weeping and I cannot believe I am reading this - I just hopped on to scan the site while I was actually sitting in on a panel interview and could not believe my eyes.

Christine, I am so, so sorry beautiful Tess had to leave you so soon after your dear (to you both) Otis.  It is terribly, terribly unfair.  My heart just aches.  But your vet is correct - this was an entirely different circumstance than Otis' and there was nothing you could do her that would not put her through more than anyone would wish for her and probably to gain nothing.  She had your love through it all and your touch and your comfort.

They are hunting squirrels together again....

heartcrying

Lisa, Minneapolis

On October 27, 2016, nearly 6 months after amputation, and 18 months since his cancer likely started, we lost Pofi to a recurrence of Soft Tissue Sarcoma in his spine quite suddenly.  His canine sister also succumbed to cancer on March 1, 2019 - we lavished her with our love in the interim, but life was never quite the same without her only real canine friend. Cliff kitty had to leave us, too, suddenly, in August 2019. Lucia kitty grieved all these losses, but helped us welcome two new Lurchers into our home and our lives, Shae and Barley.

Blog: Pofi, Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor Amputation

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