Recently we got a letter from Andrea, a super cool woman who fosters dogs for PACCA / PAWS, the Philadelphia Animal Control and Care Association. Andrea told us about Lefty, a beautiful dog who is in need of help, and finding her forever home.
Tripawd Pals
Three legged dog and cat pets Tripawds Founder Jerry and spokesdog Wyatt Ray has met online and in person with Jim and Rene
Long Lost Cousin Luke Joins Club Tripawds
Looks like Luke could almost be my Brother. Except his opposite front leg is missing. I thought I had it tough. This new pup pal of mine hit by by some driver in a car. Ouch! Personally, I think he looks better as a member of the Tripawds club. I’m just sorry we missed meeting him while we were back … Read more.
Livestrong Tacoma; One Year After Chemo and Cool As Ever
Three legged osteosarcoma bone cancer dog survives one year,and keeps on going, after cancer diagnosis and amputation surgery.
Say hello to my new friend Madison!
Jerry gets fan mail from Madison a young three-legged Rottweiler mix rescued from the Sacramento SPCA who had amputation surgery at UC Davis Veterinary Hospital.
Phantom Limb Pain in Tripawd Dogs
Issues and treatment for phantom limb pain in canine amputee survivors.
Future Tripawd in Colorado Seeks Vet and Advice from Others
Southern Colorado dog owner seeks advice and recommendations for vets specializing in canine bone cancer treatment and tripod amputation surgery.
Rescue Tripawd’s Amazing RV Journey
Georgia tripod dog takes cross country journey to adoption home in Washington State, courtesy of RV.net and fulltime RVers.
Thank You Lalla!
I heard my tripawd pal Lalla was having a hard time locating a Ruffwear Harness like mine in Isreal, so my people sent her the one we were given by the nice folks at Bark Harbor. In return she sent me this great little graphic novella…
Read on to see how this inspawrational story ends, or download the PDF version of Jerry and Lalla Save the World.
Jasmine: Two Years Later, Still Beating the Odds
We love hearing from other canine cancer heroes who have been living healthy, happy lives, long past their vet’s prognosis.
My vet said I would only live four months, at most, past my diagnosis. And look at me now . . . it’s almost been one year!
And recently, we heard from Jasmine, who is throwing those post-cancer predictions off the charts. She had her amputation surgery over two years ago!
Go Genie, Go!
Genie is my new friend in Canada, and she became a Tripawd this past week. Genie is 12 years old, and because she was such a healthy girl to begin with, she is now doing so great after her amputation surgery.
Genie’s Mom has been feeding her a completely holistic diet since she was a little puppy. So now that she’s battling cancer, she has a real “leg up” for beating the odds, because she is in such great health already.
Here is a great story about how her Mom Jessie has given her the best life a dog could ask for, after being adopted from the pound. Her Mom wrote it and sent it in to us. Read more to learn about how you can create a healthy diet and lifestyle for us dawgs, with or without a disease like cancer.