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I posted this to my blog but its such a celebratory month that I had to post here too :))
Happy 13th Birthday to my handsome blue-eyed Jake in Heaven!!! Not one single day goes by that I don't wish he was here. I love him and will miss him forever. I send a million kisses to heaven for you every day Mr. Man.
Happy 2nd Birthday (and 1 year ampuversary) to my crazy-man Tanner!!! For those that don't know, I adopted Tanner 2 weeks after my Jake passed away. The laughter he has brought us is priceless. Jake used to love it when I laughed, he would get so crazy. I know Jake had a purpose in this little guy.
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
Happy Birthday all around!!!! Tanner definitely was a gift from Mr. Blue Eyes!!!!
Sending so much love and happiness .... and cake! Because birthdays need cake!
XOXO
Alison with the Spirit of Shelby fur-ever in her heart (and little Jasper too)
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
Happy birthday to both of your wonderful boys - Jake and Tanner!
Laughter and birthday cake - what a wonderful way to celebrate 
Linda and Tucker
Happy Birthday to Jake and Tanner! Tanner is so cute.and Jakes blue eyes. They fascinate me so much. So beautiful... I guess I should use handsome. love from, Lori and Ty
TY GUY, Best Black Lab ever! Diagnosed and had amp in January, 2014. Kicked MRSA's butt. Earned his angel wings on April 16, 2014. Run Free my boy and don't forget a shoe. Ty is a proud member of the " April Angels". Ty sent us Daryl, a Tripawd rescue in Sept. of 2016. Daryl is 5 +or -. We are also Pawrents to Chandler, a Border Collie mix who is 15 and 1/2, Lucy, a Corgi who is 7, 2 minis, 2 horses, and a feisty cat named Zoe. Zoe had a non skeletal Osteosarcoma removed in July 2015. No Chemo, she was at least 16. She is going strong although she is now completely blind. She is now close to 20 and her hobbies are eating and sleeping in front of her personal heater.
Awww, cutie patooties! Lots and lots of love and birthday wishes being sent to you up above in doggie heaven and down here on earth too. Tanner and Angel Jake, this world is a better place because of you and your Momma!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Happy 13th Birthday, handsome blue-eyed Jake, you will always be remembered......and double the happys with Tanner's birthday AND ampuversary!! He is so cute !!
It's a bit late tonight, but I will have some celebratory cupcakes, and wine tomorrow, and Pearl gets another Frosty Paws ......In fact, I think I will commemorate all the birthdays, ampuversaries, and Angelversaries since the beginning of the year, so I better make sure I have a huge supply of cake and wine on hand......
Elizabeth, I am keeping you in my thoughts tonight and always.....thanks for all you do here.....
Much Love,
Bonnie & Angel Polly
YES JAKE! The world is DEFINITIVELY a better place because you two are in it! Specifically, it's a kinder place, a place with more compassion because of you, a loy more giving, a lot more loving. Jake, you brought soooooo many gifts to all of us who had the privilege of getting to know...and one of the best...besides yourself of course, your momma!
And then you put an exclamation point on your happy life by bringing us Tanner!!! OMD!!!! How I wish everyone could meet that crazy clown!!! 
I know the main reaso you sent him to your mom is so you coukd continue to hear her laugh all the way up in heaven!! Because that dog made us all laugh non-stop at the Virginia Tripawd Pawty....just seeing a picture of him makes me laugh! You made the perfect choice!!!
Elizabeth, I love how you celebrated Beautiful Blue Eyed Jake's birth today. The pictures make you smile. And to share Tanner's birth with us today too is quite asymbolic reminder to us if the continuation of life. And through Tanner, and through you and your selfless presence here, Jake's life will continue on.
The pictures are such a treasure...you did a beautiful job of showcasing the personalities of each of these two boys
Thank you for sharing this wonderful celebration of these two precious souls. I imagine the celebration in heaven is a little out of control and rowdy. Jake's probably starting an ice cream food fight with all the Angels! I'm sure he's having a blast!
Jake, Mr. Man, Handsome Blue-eyed Jake, we will NEVER forget you!!!!!!! We loveyou sweet boy!!!
Sending love and appreciation to you Elizabeth!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
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!
BONNIE! I want to see the "before" and "after" pictures! I think you're gonna end up being a fat and happy, wineo!!!
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!
Happy B'day Jake and Tanner, along with a special congrats on the ampuversary Tanner!!!
Wonderful photos of two special boys. You did good Elizabeth!
Special wishes from up north.
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!!
Elizabeth,
Happy Birthday to your boys. I'm sure Jake has met up with my amber eyed Maggie and they are gazing into one another's eyes and chasing squirrels. And Tanner is a darling and I bet keeping you on your toes. Thanks for being part of the Tripawd nation!! And of course I'm all about the cake and wine.
Penny, Maggie, Hank and Blink
Happy Birthday Tanner and Angel Jake!! You're both very handsome boys. 
I agree with sweets all around and some wine for mom.
Sahana and her Angel Leland
November 17, 2009 - June 30, 2014
May you finally be healthy and running free at the Rainbow Bridge. Until we meet again my sweet boy!
Happy Belated Birthday to your amazing Blue-Eyed Jake and Happy Ampuversary to our awesome friend Mr. Tan Man (my boyfriend, Lexie says... boyfriend!)
Jake definitely knew that Tanner was meant to be with you. Love the pics, as always!
Love and big hugs and 3-legged play bow dancing,
Deb and Lexie
Deb and Angel Lexie* Diagnosed at age 13. Tried radiation first; wish we had amputated upon diagnosis (even with lung mets). Joined Club Tripawd April 2014 & Lexie loved life on 3 legs! Advice: Start physical therapy as soon as your vet clears it, especially hydrotherapy if available :-) See Lexie pics here.
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