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We stayed with the Tramadol Monday night and Tuesday morning. She did not get up until I got home from work Tuesday afternoon. She did get up then without coaxing and went out for her potty break, ate dinner and then went back to sleep. Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning she got Tramadol, but I went by the vet on my way home yesterday and got some Rimadyl. Bob spent a good deal of time yesterday massaging her hips and legs. When I got home yesterday she had improved a little more, she got up and went out, did the potty thing, ate her diner and then would follow me about the house a bit. I gave her Rimadyl before we went to bed. This morning was the first morning since Monday she has gotten up with me. Went out and came back in for her breakfast. This is a definite improvement. I gave her another Rimadyl before I left for work. I think she is on the mend. Thank you all for your suggestions and encouragement. It really does help!
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
That's great news! Kudos to Bob for the massage. You guys are such loving Pawrents. Touble is one lucky pooch.
Fortis'Dad
I'm so glad to hear Trouble is improving. Keep up the good work, Trouble!!
Amputation on 11/10/09, due to Histiocytic Sarcoma in left elbow. Angel Harley earned his wings on 06/24/10.
OH THANK DOG! Fantastic news!
That Trouble woke me up worrying about her the night before last! I was dreaming about her...is that weird or what??!!! Now, I can sleep peacefully again!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
Shanna that's great news! Paws crossed for continued improvement. Yeay!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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WOOOHOOO!!!! We knew Miss Trouble wouldn't be down for long!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Yay Trouble! So glad to hear thing are improving, Go Trouble, Go Trouble!
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
thanks for the update – don't like thinking there's trouble with trouble..that's troubling….remind her to continue with those theraputic naps – they have magic healing powers!
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
YAY! Trouble, you are amazing!! This is very good news. Big improvement indeed!! 
Yay, Trouble! We were so worried about you, and are so glad to hear things are improving. We'll celebrate with extra treats in our house tonight!
Hugs,
Holly and Zuzu and Susan
Holly joined the world of tripawds on 12/29/2009. She has a big little sister, Zuzu, who idolizes Holly and tries to make all of her toys into tripawds in Holly's honor. And she's enjoying life one hop at a time!
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Mini update -
Had a fall in the kitchen - moving so fast she didn't negotiate a corner, got her front paw under a rug and went sprawling. She continued on out the door, rested a bit and made a 1/2 parameter check. BIG Improvement!
Laying in the hallway enjoying the sun coming through a bedroom window. Duke just got up to check on her. He's been a really good boy while she's been out of it. He's very concerned about her - gets up and checks her periodically.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Glad to hear Trouble is doing better! That is wonderful news.
Debra & Angel Emily
Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.
Hey Shanna,
So glad to hear that Trouble is on the mend. We want Trouble here with Nova to continue to kick cancer's butt together.... we are Tripawd warriors!
Sending big-time healing licks and leans your way....
Sue and Queen Nova
Dane Mom Sue at nova.tripawds.com and Mom to Beautiful Great Dane Queen Nova, a Blind Tripawd, who kicked cancer's butt from 11/08-03/13. The Queen is Spirit Nova now, but her legacy lives on here at Tripawds!
Good job Trouble- sooo glad she is feeling better.
Karen and the pug girls
Did she have a nice trip? 
That is so sweet of Duke! He's a loving boy!
Shanna - I don't want to sound like I'm harping but can you get her into water therapy? Comet has improved her mobility incredibly with the swims in the evening. Also, what about a muscle relaxer from the vet? I've started her on 1/2 tablet before bed and she seems so much more rested. When she is lying under the desk, I can tell when her back aches because she seems to try to stretch it by laying upside down and moving a lot. I think the muscle relaxer at night seems to be really helping her loosen up, too. As a matter of fact, she just moments ago jumped on the couch which is a younger Comet thing!
Us Granny dogs have to stick together!!!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
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