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7:53 am
14 May 2012
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Today marks 11 months since Chico's amputation.
Tomorrow we visit the oncologist. He's been on chemo since a week after amputation for histiocytic cell sarcoma.
But in the past three weeks or so, I've noticed he's "different." Different in a GOOD way! He seems brighter, happier, and he plays a lot more than he has been. He picks fights with Misty and growls at her more when she tries to steal his toys.
Keep your fingers crossed for a good report at the oncologist's tomorrow!!
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17 October 2012
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Hoppy Ampuversary. What a great milestone. Fingers & paws crossed here for you as well.
Michelle & Sassy
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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."
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22 February 2013
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What an inspiration for all AND what an adorable picture. So refreshing to hear stories like yours!
Thanks for bringing some joy to everyone...
Sally and Happy Hannah
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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25 September 2009
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WOW! Chico, it's so great to hear from you. 11 months is AMAZING! That's almost ONE YEAR!!! Wowwwweeee!!!!
Boy, your story gives hope to so many doggies & people who are dealing with hystiocytic sarcoma!!! Thank you so much for coming back and sharing your terrific update. We have our paws crossed for a great onco visit tomorrow. Keep us posted.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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3:01 pm
1 March 2013
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Congrats Chico!!! That is pawsome news and is encouraging for others out there.
BTW - what was the chemo drugs which Chico was on, as Tahoe has the same type of cancer and we are looking to start chemo this week.
Stirling and Tahoe
"Tahoe" - Our Amazing Superman and Best Friend.
Dec. 01-03 to Aug. 19-14
Diagnosed with Periarticular Hystiocystic Sarcoma Feb 14-13; Amputation March 18-13, and diagnosed with STS April-14. Tahoe touched so many people while visiting us, leaving a massive void in our lives. Always Missed, Never Forgotten!!
5:23 pm
26 January 2013
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Very inspiring. I love reading these updates. Way to go Chico!
Liberty (Libby) was diagnosed with OSA on 1-22-13. Right front amputation on 1-31-13. No IV Chemo. Metronomic Therapy started 2-19-13 along with supplements and some home cooking. Lungs clear until 1-06-14. She's still her happy, hoppy, bossy self. Living the dog life to the fullest and a proud Winter Warrior. :) RIP my Libby 4-21-03 to 3-19-14
9:12 pm
27 December 2011
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Congratulations on 11 months
So happy to hear the Chico is doing so well.
Joan and Lily
Our beautiful Lily was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her front leg on 12/14/11 at age 8 and had amp on 12/16/11. She completed 5 rounds of carbo. She was so brave and kicked cancer's butt daily! She lived life fully for 4 years, 3 months, and 15 days after her amp. My angel is a warrior princess. I miss her so much.
9:20 pm
1 February 2013
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Yay Chico - Congrads! Sending happy thoughts your way for a pawsitive outcome!
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.
10:07 am
14 May 2012
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Chico was on vincristine IV for 5 months along with lumostine. Now he is just on lumostine, although the oncologist thinks that at some time soon he'll change that because lumostine is rather hard on the system (especially his liver). I give Chico Sam-E , alfalfa and milk thistle to help support his liver.
1:54 pm
14 May 2012
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We're back from the oncologist and now he doesn't have to go back for two months!
All blood work was pretty much where it has been for the past few months. We'll give one more dose of lumostine and then probably be done with it.
No chest xray done, but nothing warranted it. Chico isn't coughing so probably no lung mets. He has no lumps or bumps anywhere and his lymph nodes are not swollen.
While we can't say he's cured, he has proved that he has beat this nasty cancer!
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25 September 2009
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A W E S O M E !!!!!
Chico you did it! You beat hystiocytic cancer! Wooohooo!!!!
Congratulations, what a great visit.
By the way, did you know we have quite a few members in SoCal? I think you guys need to get together and pawwwwwty!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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10:41 pm
1 February 2013
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Yahoo Chico!!!
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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22 February 2013
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You inspire us all and put forward the gift of the best medicine of all............hope!
Think you Chico!
Sally and Happy Hannah
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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