Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat
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My name is Doggie, and I am a five year old Yorkie. I lost my spare front leg when I broke it running down the stairs. I had three operations by orthopedic specialists, but they could not save it. They said I was very brave and had a great attitude. I appreciated the compliments, but all the Yorkies I know are just as brave. I am doing fine and your website has been very helpful for my human companion. Gotta run.
Doggie
By the way, I took the last picture near the stairs, but not to worry, there is a gate so I cannot go down them again. Doggie
Hi Doggie! Welcome and thanks for joining. Looks like we just missed you in the chat room . Be sure to say something so anyone online will know you're there.
FYI: We moved your topic here to the Share Your Story forum so everyone can find it easier and follow your three legged adventures. We look forward to hearing more, you look brave indeed! You can easily upload pictures to your new Tripawds Blog.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Yes, welcome Doggie! You might be our smallest tripawd! You look so tiny.
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.
Hey Doggie,
Welcome to tripawds. When did you lose your spare leg? It sounds like you have been through a lot lately. I'm sure that you know that you are not only brave you are cute! Keep us informed on how you are doing.
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.
Hello again Doggie! Please review the comment I just left on your default blog post. (It is still awaiting your moderation.) Once you publish your first post, we'll announce your new blog here in the forums. Thanks again for upgrading with a Tripawds Supporter subscription!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Welcome Doggie! We don't have many as tiny as you. I see one advantage - at least your human can carry you if necessary!
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.
Welcome, Doggie! Best of luck to you on your new Tripawd adventure.
-Gwen & Harley
Amputation on 11/10/09, due to Histiocytic Sarcoma in left elbow. Angel Harley earned his wings on 06/24/10.
Welcome Doggie!!
You are such a sweetie pie, I am so glad you are enjoying life as a Tripawd after all those operations! Glad you and your family found us here.
Be careful,
Ginny & Angel Paris
Grateful for every moment we had with Paris…..no regrets!
Honoring her life by opening our hearts & home to Addy!
Doggie you look like a spunky little thing! Welcome and thank you for being here in Tripawdland!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Welcome Doggie, You are very cute and being so little I bet you get around really good. We have a Yorkie and when she gets a cactus quill in her foot she comes running over to me so fast to pull it out I usually have a hard time telling that she is only using three legs. Keep up that great attitude.
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….
Hi Doggie and welcome! I wish you could meet Cemil. He likes little Tripawds and he'd make sure nobody hurt you. I'm sure you can do a fine job of taking care of yourself, but you look so vulnerable.
Looking forward to reading your stories!
Mary and Cemil
Cemil and mom Mary, Mujde and Radzi….appreciating and enjoying Today
Thanks again to all my new friends for your warm welcome. Bob and I really appreciate it. I also appreciate the offer from Cemil, who I am sure would make certain that no one would hurt me. However, Bob's wife also has a Yorkie, named TC, who is like a brother to me. TC is the alpha male, and even though he only weighs 4.1 pounds, he would fight to the death to protect our home and me. Doggie
Hey Doggie,
Is mom going to rename you Tri-Doggie?
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.
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