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You are so tuned into Griffin! You've got this handled!!
LOVE, LOVE. LOVE THAT HE JUMPED UP TO ALERT YOU OF A VISITOR!!¹¹
YAAAAY FOR GRIFFIN!! THE SPARKLE IS RETURNING!!
This is the first clear sign that Griffin is starting to be Griffin again! Sloooowly at first, then the routines start returning faster and faster! And we love celebrating these spectacular Return of the Sparkle!!😎
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!
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How terrific that the Gaba is working well for him! I love it when I read about a good pain control experience. I'm sending lotsa wishes for an easy night for both of you.
Yay for all the doggies and kitties and other critters who get to spend all day with their people. 
There's a silver lining to this pandemic, and it's wrapped in fur. What a gift for pet parents, we need that lovin' even more than ever. Binge watch away!
Keep us posted.
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Hi Stacy
I am so happy for you that Griffin is doing better! We really have the same story. Arktik has been limping for about 2-3 weeks (a lots worse the past 2 weeks), then the diagnosis came. Surgery is tomorrow, this is going such a stressful day! But it helps reading how you guys are doing.
Keep up the the work Griffin!
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Hi Patricia! Griffin and I are sending you and Arktik positive vibes and big hugs from NYC! I remember how stressed I felt the day before Griffin's surgery, but I know it was the right decision for him. His recovery has been amazing and while adapting to life on 3 legs is a big adjustment, the fact that he is not in severe pain every day gives me such peace. Please keep us all updated on Arktik's surgery and don't hesitate to reach out for support!
Griffin lived an amazing life for 11 years! Diagnosed with osteosarcoma on March 17, 2020, Griffin's right forelimb was amputated on April 2, 2020. Ten days later he was running and playing fetch! Lung metastasis discovered in July 2020 did not slow down Griffin and he lived joyfully for the next 7 months, passing peacefully at home on February 11, 2021. https://griffin.tripawds.com
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24 March 2020
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Griffin's One Week Surgerversary Update
I cannot believe that exactly 1 week ago Griffin was in surgery having his front right leg amputated. His recovery has been amazing! As of this morning, he is officially off all pain medications. Every day he grows more stable and sure of himself. I am so impressed with how quickly he learned how to sit, lay down, and get back up again - even on slippery tile floors! Since he came home, I've been using a wagon to cart him to and from a park about a block from our apartment so that he could save all of his energy to explore the grassy area. Today was the first day that Griffin walked to the park, and as you can see in the video linked below, he was booking it!
Griffin Walking to the Park - April 9
Griffin Exploring the Park - April 9
The support and advice I have received from everyone at Tripawds has not only reassured me through stressful times, but also given me confidence as I grow into my new role as a tripawd parent to Griffin. Thank you!
Griffin lived an amazing life for 11 years! Diagnosed with osteosarcoma on March 17, 2020, Griffin's right forelimb was amputated on April 2, 2020. Ten days later he was running and playing fetch! Lung metastasis discovered in July 2020 did not slow down Griffin and he lived joyfully for the next 7 months, passing peacefully at home on February 11, 2021. https://griffin.tripawds.com
WOW..this is so encouraging! He is doing so well, I will stay focus on this today. He looks quite happy 🙂
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What a JOY! We needed this great news soooo much, especially today!
He looks really good and so hoppy to be outside. I love that you used the wagon--super smart of you! You'll have to share a photo of his limo.
Would it be OK if we uploaded Griffin's videos to our YouTube channel? That is, if you don't want to start one yourself? If you do that would be great! It makes embedding videos so easy here, and lots more folks can share them. We even have a playlist for <a href="
Here is the second video:
Griffin lived an amazing life for 11 years! Diagnosed with osteosarcoma on March 17, 2020, Griffin's right forelimb was amputated on April 2, 2020. Ten days later he was running and playing fetch! Lung metastasis discovered in July 2020 did not slow down Griffin and he lived joyfully for the next 7 months, passing peacefully at home on February 11, 2021. https://griffin.tripawds.com
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24 March 2020
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Hi Sally! As always, thanks for the support and good wishes! You are right about the disclaimer. As great as Griffin is doing, he was off on his appetite all day today after that walk, so it was back to supporting local NYC restaurants so he could have fried chicken for dinner! And, he developed a pretty sizable seroma today. I sent photos to the vet who said to try warm compresses. Have I explained how much I love Animal Medical Center and Dr. Spector? He literally replied to my email within 10 minutes of me sending it tonight. He also loved the videos and cheers on Griffin every day. I feel so lucky to have such a large group of supporters throughout this process!
Griffin lived an amazing life for 11 years! Diagnosed with osteosarcoma on March 17, 2020, Griffin's right forelimb was amputated on April 2, 2020. Ten days later he was running and playing fetch! Lung metastasis discovered in July 2020 did not slow down Griffin and he lived joyfully for the next 7 months, passing peacefully at home on February 11, 2021. https://griffin.tripawds.com
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