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Oh, I'm so sorry you had to let her go. But it was a good thing that you did for her. Keeping her around *might* have bought you more time - but what f she was in pain? Please don't make this time worse by second-guessing what you did. You did the right thing for your beautiful girl. Noboday wants to go scared and in pain - you did the right thing by helping her go peacefully.
I know the pain of the first few days and weeks is so hard. It does get more bearable. It's something you have to just get through. And you will. Abby has been gone almost 8 months and for the most part I really do think of her with way more smiles than tears now. You'll get there - but it will take a long time.
The folks here understand. Some of your friends and family will likely be trying to change the subject in a week's time. They might wonder why you are still sad and not 'over it' - but the folks here know how hard it is and how long it takes. So, come here often and tell us more about Sweetpea. We're here and we understand.
Another thing I think helps is to have a little memorial project - whatever it is you like to do, maybe a special spot for her in the garden, or a video, or a scrapbook, or just write down stories about her. All I wanted to do at first was go through pictures of Abby. I hope you can think of something that will help you deal wiht your grief a bit better.
Sending hugs,
Jackie, Angel Abby & MBBunny Rita
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!
I am so sorry that you are hurting so bad but you gave Sweetpea the most selfless gift--she is free from her pain and yes, she has all 4 legs again, if that is how you want to remember her.
I know it seems like you will never ever find all the pieces of your broken heart right now but your memories of all the good times and love you and Sweetpea shared will knit your heart back together in time.
Thank you for sharing Sweetpea with us, she is a true TWP and I know a whole bunch of dogs who will be welcoming her over the Bridge. Sweetpea will be forever in your heart and a part of this community as well.
Sending you lots of tripawd love and strength to help you through this hardest of times.
xoxox,
the Oaktown Pack
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You can vent and share your grief here all you want Donna, we are here for you. I'm so sorry you are hurting so bad right now. Sometimes it seems like the pain will never go away, I know my people cried for many many weeks and even after that, months later, little triggers would bring tears to their eyes. In fact my Mom was smelling my sweater last night, and got all teary-eyed. It's so hard.
But in your own time, your aching will be replaced with memories of all the good times you had together. Don't feel like you need to rush it or hide your grief, it can only be processed on your own time, in your own way.
For some people, putting together a scrapbook, or writing in a journal, can really help with this awful time. When you're ready, give it a try and see if that helps. Until then, we are here to listen.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I was heartbroken for you to read about your loss! I am so sorry! You and your husband will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are sending loving thoughts your way. This may seem weird, but after I brought my last Dobie's ashes home, it was like he was coming home. Their presence lingers, almost like they are just out of reach but still trying to comfort you. Sweetpea lives on in your heart and memories. Lots of love and hugs -Marie
Words cannot express the sadness I feel reading that you had to let your Sweetpea go. Its truly the hardest decision to make but we let them go so they can be pain free. Their pain ends and ours begins. Give yourselves time to grieve, whatever it takes will be right for you. Coming up on 3 months and the smiles do outnumber the tears most days.
I truly believe that once our loved ones pass (human, dog or otherwise) they are made whole again. So your sweet girl is running around in the big dog park in the sky on all fours and pain free...looking down upon you and smiling at all you gave her.
Be kind to yourselves...
-Kori & Angel Lupe
Diagnosed with possible synovial cell sarcoma of right front elbow 5/31/12. Amputation surgery performed 6/7/12. Final diagnosis of histiocytic cell sarcoma 6/11/12. Her soul and spirit were strong, her body was not...my little girl earned her wings 6/14/12. "If there are labradoodles and goldendoodles, why can't I be a cockadoodle?"-Angel Lupe (June 28, 1997-June14, 2012) http://lupepod......pawds.com/
I'm so sad for you that Sweetpea is gone! I say like others here that you took the right decision. She will always be in your heart and be thankful for everything you did for her and for all your wonderful times together. We have the ashes from my first dog and our rabbit and sometimes I take the boxes in my arms and hug them and in some way I feel they are among us. We send a lot of hugs and dog kisses to you and will think of you./ Gunilla, Penny and Wilbur
Oh I'm so, so sorry to hear about our Sweetpea. This is so hard for you both and heart breaking. The pain is almost unbearable, I know. You did everything for her and she knew it. She was the best loved girl ever.
Please know you are in our thoughts and send you huge hugs
Joanne & Lylee
xoxox
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