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Murphie ~ Augie's brother gained his wings today
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19 August 2011 - 8:59 pm
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I honestly can't believe I’m sitting here typing this news……Last night I was out in the yard with Augies brother my other baby Mr. Murphie he was just standing there, turned to look at whatever caught his eye and he let out a cry……I looked up and he was holding up his back left leg, at first I thought he just got stung by a bee. I ran to him and could instantly tell his leg was broken, it was just dangling. Kayle my fiance and I rushed him to emergency, this morning the surgeon called and said the x-ray looked concerning and was going to have Dr. Elmslie take a look ~ Dr. Elmslie was our oncologist that took such great care of Augie. She called just devastated, Murphie’s blood work was abnormal, high levels in kidneys and calcium, x-rayed and ultrasound was done on his chest, he had a large tumor in his chest cavity, so not only the tumor in his chest but also in his leg which caused the break. She explained at this stage it was very grim, we made the choice not to have him suffer and let him join his brother in heaven. Murphie had been lethargic and not eating much lately, he had just visited his regular vet as I was concerned but we chalked it up to him mourning the loss of his brother. I can't believe I lost both of my babies only a month apart from cancer………..I’m at a loss for words, in shock, how can this happen?! I just lost Augie on 7.17.2011 and I'm still mourning his loss, and now this….I don't know how I'm going to make it through this ~ I can't stop the tears and the weight on my heart is unbearable!

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19 August 2011 - 10:24 pm
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Oh Charissa, what devastating news.  I am so, so sorry for your loss.  What a shock.  My heart just breaks for you.

Jan

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August 16, 2006 to November 28, 2011
TATE ~ Forever in our hearts.

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20 August 2011 - 6:55 am
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My heart breaks for you. Nothing I say will make your loss any easier, but I send you good thoughts and hope that the beautiful memories of your babies will soon bring a smile when you remember them.

RIP sweet Murphie. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.

Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul.  Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.

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20 August 2011 - 7:15 am
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I'm so sorry to hear your sad news. I hope the support that you find here will help you through this difficult time.

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20 August 2011 - 8:09 am
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we can't imagine the depth of this sadness for you guys.  how devastating.  you are in our hearts and our thoughts through this rough time.  love never ends.

charon & gayle

Life is good, so very, very good!!! Gayle enjoyed each and every moment of each and every wonderful day (naps included).  She left this world December 12, 2011 – off on a new adventure.

Love Never Ends

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20 August 2011 - 8:21 am
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Oh no! This is completely unreal, and I can't tell you how sad we are for you and your family. I wish we could make it better somehow, do something to ease the pain. I just can't imagine how hard this must be right now, but hope you can find comfort here and in the wonderful life you gave to your fur kids. Please know we are thinking of you and you can come here anytime to pour your heart out OK?

We send lots of hugs and love your way.

Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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20 August 2011 - 8:40 am
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Charissa, I am so sorry........I have been where you are.  I lost my heart dog, Maggie, and less than a month later, I had to send her *brother* Trooper to join her.  All I can offer is my heart to you.  You don't get over it.....but somehow, someway.....you do learn how to get through it.  I know so many others like you who have had to endure such heartbreak and we all send you our support and our love.......I hope that you can feel our collective shoulders here for you.

Godspeed, Murphie............

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20 August 2011 - 8:41 am
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I'm so sorry to hear about Murphie.  Our thoughts are with your family.

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20 August 2011 - 9:23 am
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I am just so so sorry - I hadn't been on the website for a couple days reeling from the loss of Riley -

I am absolutely heartbroken for you...

 

Sending hugs -

KaCee

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20 August 2011 - 10:36 am
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I am so sorry for your loss. There is absolutely nothing I can say to make it better. But if it's any comfort at all, just know that Murphy and Augie are together again. Happy and pain free.

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20 August 2011 - 10:52 am
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I'm so so sorry for your loss.  I wish there was something I could say, but I know nothing can take away the pain that you feel now.  Murphie and Augie are together running free. 

Hunter's Journey

Hunter – 12 yo female Rottie/Lab mix

Diagnosed with a fracture in an osteosarcoma on 12/23/10 (right rear leg)

Amputation on 12/29/10

7-Month Ampuversary on 07/29/11 – clean bill of health, great blood work and clear chest x-rays

Hunter gained her wings and flew free on 08/19/11

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20 August 2011 - 11:20 am
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I am so, so sorry that you have lost Murphie. The depth of your loss is truly heartbreaking. 🙁

May you find peace in the wonderful memories that were made with Augie & Murphie.

 

Anita, mom to Xena, puppy Roger

and my angels Spammy & Chloe

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20 August 2011 - 11:47 am
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Oh, I am so very sorry to read this. This disease is so unfair. There is not much one can say at a time like this, but just know we are all here for you and are sharing your pain. Hopefully the sharing of it makes it less on your shoulders.

Sending virtual hugs,
Jackie, Abby's mom

Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!

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20 August 2011 - 11:58 am
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Cancer truely is cruel i have no idea what to say but you have my deepest sympathies

Dizzy diagnosed with osteosarcoma 24 may 2011 amputated same day doing fine hopping around on three legs giving the neighbourhood cats what for

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20 August 2011 - 1:18 pm
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There are just no words to ease the pain of these two losses. I am so sorry. You will all be in my thoughts.

Cynthia

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