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Hello, My name is Jersey May( left). I live with my brother Mr.Red and 4 cats. My two dads were there for us since the day we were born on August 21 2000. When we were 8 weeks old our birth mom ran away and dad had to raise 8 of us.Luckily we had 2 dads in the house to make things easier. When I was 1 I decided to be like my mom and run away and play and got hit by a car at 60mph. Dad rushed me to the ER and almost lost me but I am a strong woman and pulled through.I did have a wonderful doctor named Dr.Collett who amputated my rear leg. After a long rehab I was able to play, run, and wrestle with my brother again for many years. My dad was walking me one day 2 months ago and noticed a hard lump on my leg and took me to the vet.They did test biopsy etc and found it to be bone cancer. I did not know anything was wrong but I noticed my dad crying allot.The doctor said that amputation was not really an option since dad did not want to put me through not having any back legs and the cancer had spread too much for radiation to work. Dad is doing everything he can for me , cooking all of my meals , giving me K-9 Immunity , extra rubbing on my belly any time I wanted, lifting me up on the bed so I can sleep with my brother and him, and lots of kisses. I don’t know why he is crying all the time. I am not in any pain . He says that’s why I have to take all those pills. He tries to slip them in my food but I am way too smart for that so I have to take them the hard way. I am not as mobile as I was 2 months ago since the cancer has spread to my lymph nodes and is attacking my leg. I notice dad crying more and more and he tries not to let me see but I notice and lick those tears away and wag my tail. I tell him it ok dont worry I have had a great life with my fathers . If it was not for them I would have only had a year of life to enjoy. I dont know if I will make it too much past my birthday August 21st 2010 but want to thank them for everything they have done for me and my brother and that I love them very very much.
Jersey May
My Sweet Jersey May. Lost her back left leg in 2001 at 1 year old. diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the remaining right rear leg May 2010 Left our world September 2010.
We miss you Pea Pie
Oh Jersey May,
I didn't know. I'm so sorry for you and your wonderful, loving dads!
This really pulls at my heart because my Comet was born without a working front leg. I can't even imagine what it would be like to have one of her 3 legs get cancer.
Since I know this is all new to you here on the forums, I just want to officially welcome you. I see you have quite the following on your blog! But just know we are all here for you!
As a matter of fact, I have a deal for you to help your dads get through this just a little easier...
I made a deal with a fellow tripawder that I would donate a video to a newer pup that didn't have as many friends. I would like to make you a video tribute to celebrate your wonderful life here and now. I'm probably confusing you but we have been running a donation campaign for video tributes that I make (aka Cometdog - Smartypants Productions). You don't have to donate because, like I said - I made a deal with a fellow tripawder who did donate. This tripawder is healthy and wanted to donate his/hers to a newer member. I would like for you to take the offer.
We will celebrate!
Here's one smartypants has done that I think you will really like! I'll send you a PM note with the details.
In the meantime, stay strong and many hugs all around to your whole family, including Mr. Red and the 4 felines.
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.
Welcome Jersey May and dad(s)! It is so obvious how much you love this dog. Osteosarcoma is a monster disease when you have all four legs to start with, but not having one to spare pretty much sucks. The folks here are tremendously supportive and the knowledge here runs deep. At the very least we hope you find friends and comfort here as you face the journey. And remember, there are good days and bad days. Now is the time for you to embrace how ever many days you have and live each one to the fullest and enjoy Jersey May one day at a time. There is no time stamp on her butt, you may have one day, one week, one month or one year, so make that time count for happy times.
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.
Oh what hard luck Jersey May has had dished out to her! Hugs to you and your Dads...they are doing "good" by you and I can tell love you to pieces!!! Enjoy each other to the fullest - as I can see that you are already doing a fine job of that! Happy birthday you two!
Hugs,
Tracy, Maggie's Mom
Maggie was amputated for soft tissue sarcoma 10-20-09
Maggie lost her battle with kidney disease on 8-24-13
jersey may, we've been following your blog, good to see you jumping into the forums as well!! sometimes it seems life is too much to bear, but you and your family are lucky to have each other to cling to. Capture those moments, enjoy each belly rub, give that extra kiss and take in all the love surrounding you!!!
gayle & charon
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
Jersey May, You have 2 pawsome dads! Happy 10th birthday, too. Sending you all lots of hugs - enjoy every moment togetherQ
Cathy/Jane/Spirit Skyler/Chloe
Thanks for sharing Jersey's story. Please know that you're not walking this path alone.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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