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Oh Gwen,
I'm just so sorry. My heart really does break for you. I don't even know what to say. He was such a strong guy and I didn't expect it. He'll always be a super trooper to us.
Please forgive me for being insensitive in the previous post. (which I didn't see until after reading this one and wondering what happened). I'm so very sorry. I hate thinking about end of life and I get upset - I didn't want you to be upset. I whole-heartily apologize.
Please know how much we all are thinking of you and your family. It's almost too much to take and we can feel your pain.
Big hugs to you during this terrible time.
Comet's mom
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.
I'm so sorry, Gwen. He was such a sweetie and will leave such a big hole. 
Well, we know Spirit Yoda was near, just in time, since he took a little time apparently to funnel a baby bunny into his little brother Gerry's mouth (sigh). But all kidding aside, I'm sure there was a connection between my Yoda and your Harley who never met. I still can't get over that dream I had about Yoda waiting for some other dog in the neighborhood and then finding out about you and Harely living so close just a short while after. Harley had at least one escort to the rainbow bridge today and he probably smelled familiar - being from the same neighborhood and all.
No doubt Harley misses you, but he's not alone where he is and he's not sick anymore.
We lost another great great great dog here on earth. It's only right that we should all feel pretty miserable about that for a while.
More thoughts and prayers are coming your way...
Yoda&Mom united: 9/5/06 …….… Yoda&Leg separated: 6/5/09……… Yoda&Leg reunited: 10/14/09 ……… ……………….………….………….……. Yoda&Mom NEVER separated! …………………….….……....….…… Though Spirit Yoda currently free-lances as a rabbit hunting instructor for tripawds nationwide
I'm so sorry to read about Harley's passing. It sounds like he was happy to the end--what a blessing. But I'm so sad for you right now--sending prayers of comfort and peace your way. What a hero he was.
Mary and Cemil
Cemil and mom Mary, Mujde and Radzi….appreciating and enjoying Today
Gwen,
I hope you take some comfort in knowing you did your best for your baby boy, including letting him go today.
Wishing for strength and peace for you tonight.
Karen and the pug girls
We're so sorry to hear about Harley's passing. He was a true Tripawd Hero who fought a tough battle. Our thoughts are with you tonight.
Diane & John
Gwen, so sorry to hear about Harley. At least this crap can't take away our memories. you guys are in our thoughts and prayers, Gus and Dan
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
Gerry (who aspires to being a therapy dog) offers as many play dates as Toby might like as he copes too. We know it's going to be rough on him without his big brother. If nothing else, the strangeness of Gerry will at least be distracting – his black-spotted tongue, all the licking, the rabbit blood on his breath, his need to carry things, his ears, his tail – he's just a funny lookin' pup all around.
Gerry has been a tripawd since 12/16/2009.
He was a shelter dog with a mysterious past and an irrepairable knee injury.
Videos and pics of Gerry's pawesomeness can be found at: http://gerry.tripawds.com
Gwen... I'm so sorry to hear about Harley! It's so difficult to let our babies go, no matter how much time we had left with them... It's never enough. Harley is now in heaven and no longer in any pain... and running free with all the other tripawds that have gone on before... I hope he meets up with my Jake up there...
You're in my thoughts and prayers... Sending you a big hug!
Angel Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
Gwen,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Harley.
Fortis'Dad Brett
Thank you, everyone, for your kind words. They help more than you know.
It is very somber around here. I worry about Toby (our Basenji). Harley and Toby were soulmates. He is pretty down and not eating much.
In the end, we did not have to make the decision to let Harley go. Harley died at home, it happened very fast. Maybe later I will write about it, but right now it still hurts too much to talk about him not being here.
Again, thanks.
Amputation on 11/10/09, due to Histiocytic Sarcoma in left elbow. Angel Harley earned his wings on 06/24/10.
Hi Gwen,
I just saw this today... I am so so sorry about Harley. I don't know what else to say. This has truly been a devasting few weeks for many of us here. I know the heartbreak you feel and how hard it is to bear something so unbearable. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. julie (angel etta's mom)...
Our angel "Etta" amputation on 4-15-10 lost her front limb. initially dx'd with neurofibrosarcoma. However, after surgery they discovered histiocytic sarcoma a very aggressive cancer. After two full rounds of chemo our special angel lost her battle on 6-21-10. the sweetest and most gentle soul. Our lives are forever blessed for having known her...
Words cannot adequately describe just how sorry we are to hear of your loss of Harley and would like you to accept our deepest sympathy at this time. Harley was an extremely brave warrior and we enjoyed hearing of exploits. Once more I find myself staring at a screen through tears and not finding words. I realize that it may not be much comfort at this time, but you should always remember that you did everything possible for Harley, and Harley clearly enjoyed life. In the end, is there really anything more that can be said. Please know that we will be here of any support you may need at this time. Take as good a care of youself now as you would Harley and give youself plenty of time to grieve, As I say so often at this time, know that you will never be totally without Harley, for the gifts that Harley gave you will be with you forever. By sharing your wonderful story, Harley will be a part of so many of your lives.
Hugs,
Spirit Cherry's Dad
We understand Gwen... But when you're up to it... please post again! In the meantime... give Toby some extra love... He probably doesn't understand what's going on... but knows that something is so wrong... My Wolfie got so depressed after we lost Jake...
I'm thinking of you tonite!!
Angel Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
Gwen,
I'm so so sorry to hear about Harley. This is so very sad and unexpected and I'm at a loss for words. Mackenzie and Harley had their ampuversary dates so close together and I know that we were always celebrating together....My heart goes out to you and I hope that you are able to find peace and comfort. Harley was a beautiful boy and he will be sorely missed!
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kami (Mackenzie's Mom)
My sweet golden Mackenzie. She became my angel on Dec 29, 2010 at the age of 8 1/2 although she was always my angel from the time we brought her home. She was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in Sept 2009 and officially became a tripawd (front leg) on Nov 5, 2009. She will be forever in my heart and now she's running free with all of our other tripawd heroes. I love you Mackenzie!
Oh, I'm so sorry. This is very upsetting.
Gwen we are here to listen when you ready.
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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