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I joined this community in early May but never posted anything because we were able to have limb sparing surgery for Misty's Osteosarcoma. Well here we are 3 months later because on Sept. 21 she will officially become a tripaw. All the wonderful efforts of the vets at UC Davis were no match to this horrible disease. I think the worst feeling I have is that there is nobody to be mad at. I can't blame the breeder, vets or myself for what Misty is going through. We will have lots of questions in the near future and we are so happy to have the support from this community.
Misty's blog: http://misty.tripawds.com
Sister to Millie, 9 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Lola, 6 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Toby, 7 yr old rottie mix (officially my sons dog, but I'm still his mama!)
Sweetness to Fiona and Bill
Hello Fiona and Misty -
Welcome……Misty is beautiful…..Do you know the name of the surgeon doing her surgery? They have a fabulous reputation so I know you are in very good hands….Know we will be thinking of you and Misty next week…
Sending hugs -
KaCee & Angel Riley
Thank you KaCee,
Dr. Culp did her limb sparing surgery assisted by Dr. Adamonovich. I don't know yet who her amputation surgeon will be but I told her oncologist Dr. Lejune (UC Davis) that I would prefer that he do this surgery as well. I do feel like every doctor there is wonderful so I do know we are in good hands!
Thanks for your support♥
Misty's blog: http://misty.tripawds.com
Sister to Millie, 9 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Lola, 6 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Toby, 7 yr old rottie mix (officially my sons dog, but I'm still his mama!)
Sweetness to Fiona and Bill
Mistysmom, we are so sorry, but at least you can now say you explored all available options. Misty is in GREAT hands. After all, I had my surgery at UC Davis! They are pawesome folks. Good luck next week, and keep us posted OK?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Misty is beautiful! We will definitely send pawsitive thoughts your way next week for sure! Good luck next week!
Jenna & Spirit Chili Dawg
Diagnosed with OSA: 5/2/2011 Ampuversary: 5/11/2011 OSA returned in hip: 8/26/2011
Chili Dawg crossed the Rainbow Bridge on 8/30/2011 & is now pain free. He was my heart dog, and I miss him every day.
Misty is a beautiful girl! So sorry Misty has to go through this surgery but you do have a great team of specialists!
We're here for you Misty and her family!
Huggs
Lylee & her Mum
http://lyleegir.....ipawds.com
Oh my goodness! I have a very special place in my heart for yellow/white labs. Misty's picture makes me smile. We are sending pawsitive thoughts to you all for a safe surgery and recovery!
Hi Misty's mom, we also have a young dog w/ OSA. Cancer sucks and is completely unfair, and yeah, there is no one to blame or get mad at except those stupid little cancer cells. Our Abby has been a tripawd for 10+ months now and gets around amazingly well. Most folks we meet think she must have been born that way because she is so well adapted. I hope Misty will be the same. All the best for her surgery.
You've come to the right place, come here often with any questions or just when you need to vent and need some support. It's a great group of folks here.
All the best,
Jackie, Abby's mom
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
Welcome (again) to Tripawds Misty and pack.
I hope the surgery and recovery go well.
Karen and the pugapalooza
p.s. when Misty is healed up from her surgery you might keep an eye out for the Nor Cal Tripawd get together announcements. We usually meet in Mill Valley- there is nothing like hanging out with a group of people who know what you are dealing with. And the pups always have a pretty good time too!
Welcome Misty and Mom,
So sorry you find yourself here again. But it's going to be okay because that nasty painful leg will be gone! Misty will do just fine!
I got a list of people you can be mad at! Let's start with Kim Kardashian...for having sexy honeymoon pics on the cover of magazines at the checkout stand and reminding me that I don't look like Kim Kardashian in a bikini!! 
Sending you lots of warm thoughts!
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.
I will definitley direct all my anger at Kim...how dare she!!!! I never thought I would get a chuckle out of this forum. Thanks I needed that!
Can't wait for the next meet up!
Fiona
Misty's blog: http://misty.tripawds.com
Sister to Millie, 9 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Lola, 6 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Toby, 7 yr old rottie mix (officially my sons dog, but I'm still his mama!)
Sweetness to Fiona and Bill
Misty is beautiful, she reminds me so much of my Winston. We considered limb sparing surgery but in the end opted for the amputation. Winston has been fantastic on 3 legs, he had an infection after the surgery but once he was over that he was running round as normal. It is amazing how well they adapt. Hope Misty's operation goes well, will be thinking of you both.
Winston started limping in Feb 11, diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his right front paw in March 11, amputation April 11. Six rounds of carboplatin. Diagnosed with HO and lung mets September 11.We sadly said goodbye on 24 May 12, sleep tight Winston dog xx
Yes, Winston and Misty are so much alike. Thank you for your kind words!
Misty's blog: http://misty.tripawds.com
Sister to Millie, 9 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Lola, 6 yr old choc. lab
Sister to Toby, 7 yr old rottie mix (officially my sons dog, but I'm still his mama!)
Sweetness to Fiona and Bill
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