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We have been trying to get a good photo of Gus and Murphy for our Christmas card. So far we are not meeting with much success, as Murphy doesn't think he should have to dress up and Gus shouldn't either. We call this one "NO HATS!!!"
Now I have to figure out what I am doing wrong with Photobucket. The options, as they say, have changed.
Kathi and Murphy
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
Kathi,
Too funny 
Murphy has in his own mind what the card should look like
Hugs
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
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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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We'll try it this way.
Looks like it worked. Maybe the Admin Guy can take the link out of my first post??? I can't get back into it to delete.
Kathi and Murphy (Gus, too)
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
OMG ... hilarious!!!! I love it!
I love dog Christmas photos .. truly the best!
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
I think they're definitely trying to tell you something here!
No need to remove the link, it still works and sends you to the right photo. No harm in seeing it twice, it's adorable!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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MMURPHY! You've made your point very we@@! And the look on Gus's face....OMD!! Gus has to be THE most patient guy in the world!
Murphy has that look in his eye like he's about one second away from using that hat like a sling shot!!!
Heck yeah! We could see this picture a dozen times and laugh harder each time...almost as hard as Murphy teacing you the Granny Bump!!
LOVE THESE TWO! LOVE THEM!!!
Thanks so much for bringing us smiles!
Sally and My Guiding Eternal Light Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
PS. And...on a little side note......you will never know the comfort and happiness having Happy Hannah's portrait here with me...24/7.. has brought to me....it is healing...lofe affirming...and ALWAYS makes me smile right back at her. You will never know because there are no words for that amount of gratitude.
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!
I absolutely love it! I think the photo shows the true meaning right there!
HUGS
Tracy and Angel Bailey Girl, Bella, Gracie and Diesel
Adorable!! I think that would make a perfect Christmas card! We also tried to get pictures for Christmas cards over the weekend..... we too had some of the same problems. Antlers weren't even left on long enough to snap a picture! But then we moved onto to Christmas lights and hilarity ensued!
Those were the only usable ones, all the others included blurry pups, falling lights and a laughing mom lol.
Cassie and Domino
“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
Domino had his left front leg amputate on May 13th 2014 after being hit by a car. He's now living a happy healthy life on three legs :)
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Love those! No matter how much we try for the "perfect" picture, our furry friends think they know better. Can't wait to see how some others turn out.
Kathi and Murphy
PS. Sally - We are so glad that the portrait of Hannah continues to bring you joy. She was truly special, as are you.
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
I love dog w/Santa photos ... truly! Here is Jasper's official one.
Love how she's rockin' her signature "resting bitch face" pose! She loved her antlers ... truly! 
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
Oooh what a fun photo! Jasper makes me want to smush her sweet face, she is just a doll.
Is that Santa wearing cowboy boots?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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THESE ARE ALL SOOOO GREAT!!!
Masper Lily IS a reindeer! Really! She's "one" with those antlers!!!! Completely unfazed! LOVE IT!!
FINN AND DOMINO....You are lighting up our world..that's for sure!!! Sooooo cute! Best looking Christmas trees ever!!
WYATT....ohhhh that look says it all.....you ain't fallin' for no stinkin' Santa Claus stuff!.....especially one wearing COWBOY BOOTS!!!!
I'm gonna go plug Merry Myrtle in and see what happens!
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!
Kathy,
I love this thread. Every year we do our Christmas photos it turns into a big ordeal. This year Hank tore Blinks collar off and Blink laid down and roached and wouldn't get up. First one is Blink and Maggie all lite up and second is this years after several attempts.
Penny, Hank, Blink and Spirit Maggie
Awwww....it's so good to see sweet Maggie....she's such a beautiful soul! She and Blink make a lovely Christmas tree all lit up!!
And this year's picture....especially knowing the back story.....PERFECTION!!!! The expression on Blink's face....I do believe that is a huge smile he jas going on over there! And Blink, you are looking a little ticked off!! But you BOTH are very handsome dogs! And you have a pair of very attractive humans holding you in place!!!
ALWAYS a pleasure seeing this pack!
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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