Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat
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Understandably heartbroken. I remember these first days well, I sobbed myself to sleep every night. I called into work for like 2 days. I just couldn't deal with it. If it weren't for my friends here I don't think I would have made it and I am honestly saying that. It hurts like H#LL. No words can make it feel better even though everyone wants too. It is something we have to go through and deal with on our own even though people support us. It is the hardest part of this journey and it sucks horribly.
I am so sorry 🙁 I wish I knew how to make it better. Only time will help and even then it takes a long long time. It lessens the hurt but there will be days you remember that pain well.
xoxoxox
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
sassysugarbear.tripawds.com
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."
Thank You Michelle and everyone, I pray hard for all the Tripawds, all animals, that get/got a bad rap in life. At least I know though when I log on to this site I have many WONDERFUL friends and angels that support me/eachother. Its what keeps me going. And Belle, I dont want to get her more upset so I am strong in front of her, I cry in the bathroom. Im so hoping for his sign soon. I LOVE YOU ZEUS, please come see mommy and Belle.
Debbie it's totally OK to feel the heartache and grieve, that's the price we pay for the gift of completely selfless love. Belle is mourning in her own way too, but together you will hold each other up and honor Zeusy's memory. In time it gets easier, it really does. I'm so sorry you are grieving. We are here for you.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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The heartache is the worst.... I was a zombie for a week (at least). I was lucky since i could take the time off work but I work in fundraising and have to be cheery so it was good for me not to be around people. What I found did help take my mind off the horrible pain was Netflix. I watched tons of episodes of the "office". I kind of lost myself in it. And I had friends that would remind me to eat. I live alone and Shelby was my entire life ... And who was I if not a mom?
But it DOES get better.... slowly but surely ... and there is no time limit on grief. Not here at least. Heck, I'm almost 2 years out and I still get my moments ...
So post here ,visit us and let us help the best that we can.
Sending you LOVE!!!
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
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 love you all. Thank you for caring about me as I care for you too! We are all here for the same reasons, good or bad. Thank you for letting me know I am not alone....
I miss you baby Zeus...Not a second goes by I dont think of you! I dont know why this unfolded this way but i know God is good all the time. Please come to mommy and let me see you again/know you watch over Belle and I/know youre having fun at the Bridge. I love you Zeus, I love you...
Unfortunately when we love with our whole heart we also grieve with our whole hearts. After Max died I asked myself would I have done anything different had I known we'd only get 4 1/2 months after amputation? At first I thought maybe not but the more I thought about it I realized no I would've had to try. Because had we not tried I would've regretted it for the rest of my life. By trying to beat this piece of crap disease we gave it our all and we tried to beat those lousy odds. Max did get some quality time after amp. We started this journey to get him out of the pain of walking on that cancer ridden leg. We accomplished that and as a bonus we formed a bond with Max that was deeper than I could have imagined. This journey taught me that dogs have it right. Living like dog means living each day with joy and doggie gusto and no worry about tomorrow. Zeus is your heart. He knows that as time goes on your heart will begin to heal. And as you heal he will send you signs that he's happy at the bridge. I know how hard these first few weeks are. I hope soon you will find yourself healing a little day by day. I find keeping Max in my heart I do find myself slowly healing. Max would expect no less from me because he taught me through this journey to "live like dog". Much love and many hugs to you in this hardest of times!
Linda & Spirit Mighty Max
I'm pretty sure all of us can relate. We want so badly to go back in time, to have our sweet pup back in our laps. These first few weeks as our minds adjust to coping without them, we may find it hard to see their clues that they're around. Sometimes something as simple as a toy left somewhere odd, or a fleeting familiar bark in the distance, can be subtle reminders that they are still with us. We often miss the signs though, because we're hurting so bad.
When you feel like you're about to lose it, try to play the "Remember When?" game that we talked about. Change the channel from sadness to smiles over a good time you shared together. In time it gets easier to do, and that's when the signs are so clear to us. It's wonderful when it happens. Breathe, you'll get there.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Stay connected and keep sharing your thoughts here in this safe corner of the world.
You've got the Helpline number..don't hesitate to use it, especially in those gut wrenching moments when you don't know how to even stand without crumbling.
I actually found that looking at pictures, although bittersweet, helped me feel closer. Each one helped .e remember the "story" behind the photo.
One of our beloved family members, mom.to AngelFranklin and Angel Maggie, Christine, has posted some of the most vivid pictures of dogs st theBridge and hownhappy they are. Imw going to try and fi d someof her posts and copy them. Pretty sure she has visited there personally in a lrevious life!
You want to bring Zeus back, but you have to remember Zeus really hasn't left you.
I always love the Dr. Seuss quote that is shared here so often during these tough times: "Let's nkt be sad that it's over, let's be glad that it happened."
Woth so much love,
Sally and My Chunky Spiritual Being Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too
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!
Oh Deb, I'm just now getting caught up and your post is just a heartbreakingly incredible. I can't even imagine in my wildest nightmares what you went through and all the feelings you're bombarded with after-the-fact.
Peace be with you and your pack.
Remember, time doesn't exist at the Rainbow Bridge. Zeus is looking over his shoulder and there you are coming up the hill.
xoxoxo
pam
Harmony became a Tripawd on 10/21/14 (MCT). She left us way too soon on 11/1/14.
"We miss you so much; our love, our heart, our Harmony."
- Pam, Ron and Melody, Meesha, Doublestuff and Mariah Carey
I received Zeus' ashes today....relieved he's home with Belle and I. I still have his baby teeth, its weird what becomes important in life. I love you my Bear, I'd love to see you in my dreams...
It is always nice to know they are home where they should be. I felt a sense of peace when Sassy came home.
Thinking of you
hugs
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
sassysugarbear.tripawds.com
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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