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Our basset Maya became a tripawd two weeks ago Wednesday. She's doing pretty good getting around on her own. She can get in the car without help but she needs help getting out. Likewise she needs help doing the stairs (3 of them) in and out of the house. Which harness would be best for a basset? She's low to the ground and weighs in at 50 pounds.
Thanks for the input,
Jim
Owned by Maya the Basset Hound
Hi Jim, thanks for joining. Your future posts won't need approval. We think that the Ruffwear Webmaster or the Custom Pet Support Suit are your best bets since they both have support that extends all the way to the hind legs.
Why did Maya lose her leg?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Thanks for the suggestions, we'll look into them.
Bone cancer (can't even begin to try and spell the formal name).
Owned by Maya the Basset Hound
Let us know if you have any questions.
I'm sorry you're coping with cancer. Osteosarcoma? If so, you're in lots of company with folks who have been there and can help answer questions and offer support.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Welcome...com and sorry you have to be here. Under the circumstances, however, there is no better place to be.
And I cannot wait....CANNOT WAIT...to see pictures of your sweet Bassett Hound! What's her name? How old?
I've been owned by three Bassett Hou ds in my life! What a privilege and what fun dogs they are!!
Wishing you all the best in this hourney snd let us know how we can help.
Savor each snd everyday...stay in the prese t...and remember, your pup doesn't give a rip about any ole "diagnosis". She's just getting on with all that loving and spoiling you are sending her way! It's hard NOT to spoil a Bassett Hound! But a tripawd Bassett Hou d!! OMD! Spoiling like crazy!
Hugs to all!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle 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!
Maya is BEAUTIFUL. What a sweetie!!
Let us know how she's doing when you can, okay? Maya is showing us that long and low dogs can handle three legs just fine! Quite an inspirational pup!
Thanks for sharing this and making us all smile!
Hugs to all
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle 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!
Sorry to hear about Mya's diagnosis. She sure is looking good and I have to say that I'm amazed at how well these tripawds of all shapes and sizes manage so well. Nothing holds them back. I can't help you with a harness, my tripawd Mona is a cat.
Does Mya like small spaces like these bassetts?
Kerren
Welcome, welcome, welcome!
Maya is just beautiful!
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
kazann said
Sorry to hear about Mya's diagnosis. She sure is looking good and I have to say that I'm amazed at how well these tripawds of all shapes and sizes manage so well. Nothing holds them back. I can't help you with a harness, my tripawd Mona is a cat.Does Mya like small spaces like these bassetts?
Kerren
Maya and her sister Lilly lay on each other. The two are quite bonded. Jethro, being a male, just as soon sleep by himself.
Here is Maya and Lilly together
Here are the 3 stooges ( left to right: Maya, Lilly and Jethro)
To all tripawds Lilly says "May the force be with you".
Owned by Maya the Basset Hound
Aww, Mona is just adorable. How much does she weigh? In her pic she looks small for a Basset. I have a medium Webmaster harness my Lexie wore that might fit Mona.
Deb and Angel Lexie* Diagnosed at age 13. Tried radiation first; wish we had amputated upon diagnosis (even with lung mets). Joined Club Tripawd April 2014 & Lexie loved life on 3 legs! Advice: Start physical therapy as soon as your vet clears it, especially hydrotherapy if available :-) See Lexie pics here.
AWE.... she's beautiful!!!! I love those eyes!!! I have a soft spot for bassets.... never had one but always loved the breed.
I don't have any advice on a harness as we never needed one but welcome and we are ALL here for you! Much love!!!
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
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