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Sorry that we have been off line for several months; I took on another committee assignment for our HOA (we are a community of 9,000 residents) in addition to my role in emergency preparedness. The new role has kept me very busy this summer. I have an extensive update on Rusty's summer that I will post to his blog.
This summer were the best months that he has had since his fight with cancer began. He is one incredible guy; Dr. Macy is amazed at how well he is fighting this terrible disease. With the exception of his liver, all his other tests and vitals are completely normal for the first time since amputation. We continue to battle his stomach issues, which have precluded him from taking any supplements, etc. including the Milk Thistle for his liver. However, he is eating better and putting on weight which he was unable to do while taking any meds. Apparently, the 12 months of chemo really did a number on his stomach.
It will be 22 months next week since his amputation and the battle began! Seeing how active and happy he is, you would never suspect that he is a special needs dog. We enjoy every extra day that we have with him!
Unfortunately, his liver is continuing to deteriorate, which may be a sign that the cancer is returning. I will post an update after we receive the results of Rusty's November 30 visit with Dr. Macy; he will be doing extensive tests, including a scan, on the liver to try to find out what is going on.
Chuck & Rusty
Rusty is a Labradoodle who was diagnosed with level 3 Fibrosarcoma on January 16th, 2010 and had his left hind leg amputated on January 25th, 2010 five days before his 18 month birthday. Please see Rusty's blog @rusty.tripawds.com. He is putting up one heck of a fight against this terrible disease.
All the best to Rusty! I hope his liver will be OK and even improve over time. Twenty-two months is great, and I hope he has much more time left.
Terry
Hooray for Rusty! 22 months is amazing!
Hope he has a good visit with the doctor! We'll be sending pawsitive thoughts for a good update!
Abby sends Rusty lots of kisses,
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!
rusty, it's so great to hear you are doing well! a super summer, probably full of swimming and surfing - way to go big guy!! hope you get good news with your dr. appt in a couple of weeks - we're sending our best ET juju your way!!!
charon & 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
Pawesome! Pawesome! Pawesome! Congratulations Rusty, you showed cancer to take a hike!
We hope your liver is working better next time we talk to you OK? We want to see you again this winter, so keep on keepin' on my friend.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Oh Rusty! I've been thinking about you and wondering why we haven't heard from you!
Sure am glad to hear you had a great summer. But not good news about the liver.
Sending you the best pawsitive 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.
Yay Rusty, congrats on 22 months, that's quite a milestone! Sending you bunches of pawsitive thoughts and special Labby zen to heal that liver, looking forward to a good report!
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Follow her "tail" at katydidit.tripawds.com!
Totally awesome!! 22 months!! Rusty you are a rock star for sure!! So happy to hear that you're doing so well!!
Lots of golden hugs to you! 
Kami, Angel Mackenzie, Kobe and Scarlett
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!
Awesone Rusty!
Spirit Samson was Spirit Tripawd Daisys four legged "brother" and ruled as the self proclaimed head of the Monkeybutt Federations East Coast Division. Lady Chunky Monkey stayed from Oct 2011 and left for the bridge in Apr 2012. Miss Perdy is left and has some big pawprints to fill.
Do you have what it takes to be a Monkeybutt? Find out more at the Monkeybutt Federation
Happy 22 month ampuversary Rusty! Awesome!!!
Sending positive thoughts for a good report on your liver. I will keep you in my prayers, little surfer dude!
Jo Ann and Angel 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….
Oh wow, I never met Rusty before - what an AWESOME puppy!!!!! Sending good thoughts. I may need to watch Rusty surf every day, it is the happiest thing ever!
Awesome! Keep on carrying the torch, Rusty!
Have you tried Milk Thistle for his liver? I'm not a vet and don't play one on television, but my holistic DVM swears by it and I personally have seen it reverse liver damage.
Yay Rusty!! 22 months is fantastic! Keep showing cancer who the boss is 
Hope the liver tests come back ok - fingers & paws crossed!
Huggs and wags
Lylee & Joanne
http://lyleegir.....ipawds.com
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