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Well, six weeks ago I would never had imagined Gus would be this good. He's back to going up in the hay mow, jumping into the back of every pickup that comes here, roaming the fields to patrol his territory and back to sleeping on the couch on his back, paw straight up, back ones just kinda spread eagle, what a site!!! Thanks to everyone for the advice and support you gave Gus and myself, we feel like we are part of a unique family that only we can relate to. We just hope we can return the favor to people starting down the same road. I think today we will have extra on the treats, probably more than once!!. We take every day one at a time and just hope he feels this good for a long time. Paws up, Dan and Gus
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
congrats on six weeks, here's to many many more!!! gus, it's nice to know there are guys like you who appreciate a good nap on the couch...keep up the good work!
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
Happy 6 week ampuversary!! That's so pawesome that Gus is doing so well. Yes, a big celebration is in store for sure with lots of treats! Mackenzie will definitely be happy to participate since she is a treat monster. Here's to many, many more ampuversaries and celebrations!
Kami (Mackenzie's Mom)
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!
Three paws up Gus!! Way to show everyone how Tripawds RULE!!
Karen and the pug girls
Happy six weeks Gus ! Keep on enjoying life and showing everyone Tripawds are awesome.
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
Woohoo Gus! Well done! Gotta love those luxuriously uninhibited spreadeagled poses!
Glad he's doing so well.
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
Hooray for Gus! Lots of treats are are desired indeed. Just be careful with all that jumping in the trucks, Guss no longer has his spare leg!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Dan and Gus,
So very glad that you both are doing so very well. Sounds like Gus had made a remarkable recovery that that is the kind of news this community loves. Six weeks is definately a reason to celebrate with a PAWRTY and it sounds like you two are well on your way. Extra hugs, more playtime, special treats and Miss Cherry's favorite measure for a PAWRTY - ICE CREAM! The first three have a great start and now you only have to had the last to make it Over-The-Top (as it should be). We will be celebrating vicariously with you and toasting all the Ampuversary notices the have come up recently. This good new is inspawration to all and loved by the entire community.
Do not worry about being able to contribute. Not only does this great update help inspire others, but we have read your replys and your experience base and upbeat approach are just what we need. Keep on enjoying life each and every day.
Spirit Cherry's Dad
6 WEEKS ALREADY! WOWSA!
Fantastic Gus! That's just super duper! Ice cream for sure! Maybe even a peanut butter cookie with ice cream!??? Mmmmmm!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
Congrats, Gus! So glad to hear you are doing so well. Harley would like to dedicate his afternoon nap on the couch, with paws in the air, to you!!
I feel the same way ... this is a very special & unique family, and only the people here truly understand what we are going through.
Treats for everyone!!!
Amputation on 11/10/09, due to Histiocytic Sarcoma in left elbow. Angel Harley earned his wings on 06/24/10.
Happy 6 week ampuversary Gus! 
Sounds like you're doing real well!!! Keep up the good work and tell your pawrents to post some pictures of you soon!!
Angel Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
So glad to hear Gus is doing so well! Celebrate.
Debra & Angel Emily
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.
YEA GUS!!!!!! Lets celebrate...now let's see, nap, treat, nap, treat, nap THEN TREAT...no no wait Treat, then nap then TREAT AGAIN and finish up with Miss Cherry's ICE CREAM Ceremony!!
Such good news but don't get to rambunctious Gus, watch that jumping into trucks!!
Go Gus, Yeah!!!! I'm a farm dog too, & looking foreward to chasing deer out of the pasture again soon. You are an inspiration to me.
Rosythered
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