Hello everyone.
I last visited this site Sept 19, just a few days after Peanut's surgery. I may have been gone from the site all this time, but I've never forgotten about it, the people, and especially the dogs.
I now have 3 weeks off from work, so I am able to catch up! Woohoo.
It was devastating for me to read about those that are no longer with us since only 3 months ago. Let me tell you I cried harder reading those stories than I have during this entire journey with Peanut. My heart goes out to all of you.

For Peanut, it's a different story. I have remained positive and hopeful, and spend most of my free time taking her and Bubba, my 4yr old Springer Spaniel, on daily excursions. She is still the same Peanut, minus her front left leg. She's happy, strong, and full of life. My friends call her a "champion".
It's been just about 3 months since her surgery. Her last set of xrays were done last weekend… and… drum roll, please… still NO lung mets!

Peanut is an amazing dog, and I thank the stars for every day she's with me. I know her time will come sooner than it should; just like all of our tripawd friends. But I still refuse to feel sorry for her or me. Since her diagnosis, I have focused on maintaining a positive outlook… for all our benefits. I broke down and cried a few times a while ago. But I realized then that I was crying at the thought of her being gone. But she's not gone. So my eyes have stayed dry for us, and my spirit has been hopeful for her.

Peanut celebrated her 6th birthday 11/30. Family and friends called to wish her happy birthday, and visitors actually came and brought her gifts! The other day I was walking (ok, so it was more, like, trotting) her down the block, when a person drove by and shouted, "I love your dog!".
She draws people to her, and they naturally fall in love. Peanut is truly a special dog, and I will continue to celebrate her life.

–Melanie, Peanut (tripawd), and Bubba.

Here is a picture of my Peanut from yesterday's outing:

Welcome back Melanie And Peanut!

I remember your story very well because at first glance, Peanut and Oslo share similar stories and looks.  I am glad to hear Peanut is doing great.  Your positive attitude is a real inspiration.  Thank's for the picture.  Peanut is a lovely girl!!

Suzanne and Oslo

P.S.  Oslo thinks newfie boy+ St-Bernard girl would make beautiful babies

But if Oslo and Peanut had babies would they have three legs?  Bet they would be cute even if they are four legged!

I'm glad to hear that Peanut is doing well.  Also, happy belated birthday!

Debra & Angel Emily

Happy belated birthday Peanut!!  So glad to hear you are doing so well 3 months post op! Tell that mom of yours to post more pictures of you and maybe some videos of you hopping along too!!! You're beautiful!!!

Angel Jake's Mom

Thanks, everyone! It's good to be back to see old and new faces.
Now I have to work on getting more pictures and videos to share.

Hey Shaun and Supai… we're not yet at 4.5 months… but we're hoping for the best! :)

I remember right after Peanut had her surgery, the orthopedic surgeon told me the tumor was so bad that if I didn't amputate, she would not have made it another month (assuming that the pain level would have been too great for her). I know it's not easy to put a timeline on any of this, so I consider every day with Peanut a gift.

Here's the latest picture from today. It's the Peanut and Bubba smackdown; they already had round 1 of rough play, and here they're getting ready for round 2. Peanut's still able to bat him around (and Bubba is a large Springer… kind of a mutant!). Not the best quality pic, but it was 5pm and dark.

Peanut–Glad so see your positive story continuing.  We look forward to more pictures.  And happy birthday!!

Mary and Cemil