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I am so sorry for your loss of Trouble but I am so glad that it sounds like she beat the cancer! She was so lucky to have you for a pawrent and she will always be such a great inspiration to everyone on this site. I will miss her very much.
Pam
Shanna,
I am so so sorry. There is no doubt as to how much you and Trouble have meant to this community. It is a great loss on this side but as for the other side there are many of Troubs friends welcoming her with open arms, Fortis being one of them.
I fight my way through the tears to say the right thing but still fail at these times to find the words so I will just say you , Bob and Duke are in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Pattie & Spirit Fortis
Shanna,
I'm so sorry for you loss. When these furry kids come into our lives, we know we will have to say goodbye someday (I've had to do it 4 times in the past 5 years), but it never makes it any easier. You have many years worth of memories, and I'm sure you and your family are taking some comfort in them right now. Beautiful, brave, green bean eatin' Trouble, you will be missed.
Lisa
Sadie is my 9yr old Rott/Shepherd mix. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her right scapula 1/28/10. Our brave girl had her amputation 2/13/10 and her last chemotherapy on 6/6/10. Unfortunately, a tumor appeared in her back right leg and on 10/7/2010 Sadie's earthly journey came to an end. On 10/24/2010 we adopted Ranger, a handsome Rott/Lab mix tripawd (got hit by a car) I think Sadie sent him to us.
http://ranger.t.....pawds.com/
Shanna and Trouble,
You have always been there with encouragement for Sammy (Shy) and I. I am so saddened, my heart just hurts for you. Like everyone else says, she was amazing, beating cancer, that is incredible. My heart is full of empathy for you now, I am sorry that you had to say goodbye. You all are in my prayers today, may you heal quickly, knowing you did a wonderful job with Trouble. You gave her everything.
Elizabeth and Warren
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
Oh Shanna, I don't even know what to say.
Trouble has always been very special to me because of her breed. I have such a soft spot for pitbulls and she was an inspiration for me with Dante. Your fight with trying to keep Trouble mobile these last few weeks is so reminiscent of the last few weeks with our Ponch.
My heart aches for you today and the tears are falling. I'm at a loss of what to say, and I know nothing I say can make the hurt any less - so just know we're thinking of you.
Thank you from all of the Pit bull community for allowing Trouble to be the great dog we all know they can be. If all owners did what you've done for Trouble through the years, the world would look a lot different for Pit Bulls.
Run free sweet girl.
Shanna, Our hearts are breaking for you. RIP, Trouble. Run free at the Bridge. There are many Tripawd heroes there to welcome you.
Sending lots of golden hugs your way!
Cathy/Jane/Spirit Skyler/Chloe
Shanna,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how especially sad you are after all you & Trouble shared. We love our dogs so much anyway, then establish such a unique bond after their cancer diagnosis. As we watch their dignified, stoic transition to old age, while everyday is a gift, it is also a bittersweet reminder of their mortality. I believe their quiet acceptance prepares us for our shift into a life without them. They force us to appreciate every small glimpse at what was once routine and embrace all we love most. They see to it that we've already mourned their youth, so we can be comforted by our most precious memories much sooner.
These days will be sad, and they should be, as you grieve for your girl, but you will find the strength to celebrate your life together. In that you will both honor Trouble and find your peace.
Cynthia
Shanna,
I am at a loss for words and can't hold back these tears. I know how terribly difficult this must have been and will be. You can take comfort in knowing that Trouble was our tripawd hero and inspiration to so many in this community - she will leave behind a legacy that no one will ever forget. I always looked forward to your monthy posts letting us know that Trouble was celebrating another ampuversary. Trouble was an amazing tripawd and you were her amazing parent - such a blessing for both of you and this community.
You have been such a great support and rock to so many of us here - just know that we are all here for you now. My heart goes out to you, Bob and Duke. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
xoxo,
Kami, Angel Mackenzie and Kobe
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!
Trouble is one of the great spirits that helped so many in this community. These dogs inspire and guide us all through this journey. Even more so to see a hero like Trouble forge forward longer than most. What a brave strong doggie. We to are currently experiencing the sudden loss and trying to get stronger one day at a time. Our thoughts are with you guys. Bless you…
Alexeis' Pack
Shanna,
NO!! I am so so sorry. I thought of you today when I was logging posting Jack's update. I saw this right as I posted and got so upset. What I am so happy to hear is that Trouble crossed that bridge cancer free after 28 ampuversaries. That is truly amazing and keeps my faith in Jack's journey. I am so sorry and wish you all the best during this process. Jack and I are with you and support you.
Hang in there....with a heavy heart
Erin and Jack
Shanna, I hope in the very near future you will remember Trouble with a giggle or a grin. I hope the hole in your heart will heal and tears will not come as often as they do now. I wish for you peace and the knowledge that Trouble inspired so many and she will remain with us for a long, long time.
Sending Golden 'Triever hugs your way,
Shelby, the P.P.
Shanna -
I am so sorry – know my heart is breaking for you and tears are flowing down my face….I read your post yesterday and was praying the outcome would be different for you and Trouble…
Sending hugs…
Dogs come into our lives, leave pawprints on our hearts, and we are forever changed.
Shanna, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. We were so hoping for a different outcome. Please take comfort in knowing that when we joined this community almost a year ago, Trouble was one of the inspirational stories that helped us know how great life as a tripawd can be. She meant a lot to all of us here, and we will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ginger's pack
I cannot begin to tell you guys how special each and every post is. I know my baby was loved by many, and that makes me very proud of my little warrior. Thank you for being there for me - for us. It means so very much to have so many folks mourning our loss and sending good thoughts.
RIP sweet Trouble. 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.
Shanna,
My heart is breaking for you. Trouble has been there for almost, if not all, all of us on tripawds. Thank you for sharing her and for sharing yourself. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debra
Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.
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