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Lycan is an American Staffordshire Terrier that had his left forelimb amputated on May 27th, 2010 due to a gunshot. He has been home since the 29th; he has been resting pretty well and besides some pain and discomfort when rising is having a great recovery. I would like to thank everyone on this site for the useful information and product recommendations that will make his adjustment a lot smoother.
Awe, he looks like my Duke. Duke's dad was AST.
So sorry to hear about the gunshot, but really glad to hear the recovery is going well. There are lots of great resources here and some of the most wonderful people ever. Lots of good wishes to Lycan on his recovery.
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 lycan!! so glad to hear you are recovering well guns...ugh... the first two weeks after ampawtation can be rough, but sounds like you are on your way!!
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
As I say, welcome to the family, the way you got here sure sucks, but hey, most of us here aren't thrilled with the way we got here either, but what a great place to be if we have to be somewhere like this. Your first couple weeks may not be the best you ever had, but it will get better, and the fact your not dealing with cancer is even better, so you guys have a great future ahead. Need answers, this is the place, experience gives the best ones. Just take it a day at a time and Lycan will be good as new before you know it. Gus and Dan
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
Welcome, Lycan! What a beautiful boy. We're sorry to hear about his accident, but are glad you found us. Please keep us posted on Lycan - we're hoping his recovery continues to go smoothly. Usually the first two weeks can be the roughest... so we'll keep fingers and paws crossed he does really well!
Hugs,
Holly, Zuzu, and Susan
Holly joined the world of tripawds on 12/29/2009. She has a big little sister, Zuzu, who idolizes Holly and tries to make all of her toys into tripawds in Holly's honor. And she's enjoying life one hop at a time!
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Thanks for sharing Lycan's story, and for the kind comments. We're glad you find the Tripawds community helpful and wish Lycan a complete, speedy recovery!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Oh my gosh Lycan, what a handsome pup you are.
What is UP with gunshots these days? We've had a few Tripawds join because of that. We're so sorry you went through that horrible situation but glad you're OK. We can't wait to learn more about you. Thanks for joining us here.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I was just thinking the same thing about the gun shots. It's just horrible. Every time I hear about these situations I get really, really angry.
Sooo sorry this happened to you, Lycan. You are one gorgeous boy though. Get lots of rest!
We're adding our wishes for a speedy recovery.
Carmen, Catie and Riley
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
Me THree on those gunshots…what's UP with THAT?!?!?!?!?
Welcome to the community and so sorry you had to come to live here in that fashion, but what has been said is soooo true…at least he won't have to deal with the aftermath with the cancer.
And here comes my suggestion…to help YOU help HIM, invest in one of the Ruffwear harnesses…I swear it is SUCH a lifesaver for getting in and out of vehicles. Magic lost the same leg as Lycan.
Keep us posted on his recovery….come often and stay late!!
Welcome, Lycan! You sure are a handsome boy 
Do you look that cute when the moon turns full and you turn into a warewolf!!?? I'm sure you do 
Get lots of love and be ready for all the loads and LOADS of attention you are going to get now as a tripawd...not that you didn't get enough before 
<3 Laura and Jackers
Welcome Lycan! Wow, a gunshot? That must have been terrible. Grrrrrrr! Don't worry though, things will get better after a couple of weeks and being a left frt. amputee isn't so bad, I am also a left frt. amputee. We can do anything a 4 legged dog can do and do it better! Mom even taught me to sit up pretty this week!
Chuy, showing everyone that Tripawds do everything 3 times better than regular dogs!
Left front amputee here, as well!
What is up with all the gunshot wounds lately?!! So horrible.
Hope recovery continues to go smoothly. Looking forward to hearing about Lycan for a long, long time to come!
Amputation on 11/10/09, due to Histiocytic Sarcoma in left elbow. Angel Harley earned his wings on 06/24/10.
Tasha is a left front leg amputee as well. Hope your recovery continues to be great. Soon Lycan will be amazing you at how awesome tripawds are.
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….
Thanks for all the support. We went on our first 15 min walk today; he had to stop a few times, but he seemed to be happy and enjoyed it.
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