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I just registered here as I have a new tripawd tervuren Vicky who was diagnosed osteosarcoma in her left front leg. In CT scan wasn't any visible metastases, so the leg was amputated two weeks ago. The first sight at the vet after operation was devastated for me (like for every owner I think) but it was definitely better choice than another end result... I adopted Vicky 4 years ago from a Spanish killing shelter when she was very young and she was in a very poor condition and she had Leishmania. Vicky is very kind and good girl but like all belgians, she is speedy and temperamental. After operation she stood up immediately after waking up and went out to pee. Next week she had some back problems so she got gabapentini for calming the nerves/reduce pain and I started to massage her back, and slowly she has become better and better. Yesterday she got the first chemotherapy (my avatar is taken there) and today she suprised me totally, as I let her walk without the leash in the garden; She was like before, speedy, agile and playful and my heart was filled with joy and I hope I can rescue her another time! <3
Some pics about VIcky before and after operation are HERE
The running video clip taken today in the garden is HERE
Pia
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Vicki is beautiful, and it sounds like she is doing great! Bookmarks Jerry's Required Reading List for lots of helpful links and consider downloading the Tripawds e-books for fast answers to common concerns and many tips for keeping Tripawds fit and strong.
best wishes for Vicki's complete speedy recovery. Please keep us posted.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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WELCOME TO TNE FAMILY PIA AND VICKY!!! What a great team!
Vicky, you are stunning, absolutely stunning!!
You clearly have done your research and you clearly know your Vicky! She sure did win the puppy lottery when she picked yoj!
You jave come ro the right place for support and invaluable information. We understand the intensity of this journey like no others can. And we understand the unabashed joy and happiness we all feel as we start ro see their sparkle come back after recovery! Look at jer go! She is soooooo happy!!
Vicky doesn't give a rip about any ole' diagnosis or days on a calendar. She's living in the moment and loving it!! And the NOW is all that matters! Enjoy every second...and take lots more pictures!! We love pictures around here!!
Looking forward to hearing all about Vicky's many victories...and she will be javing many!!
Big smooches to your beautiful girl!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Welcome .. I am sorry you have to face this but so glad you found us! You will find a world of support here. She's beautiful! The love between the two of you in your profile photo is SO obvious!!! I can see that you are deeply connected... Stay close to us and we will support however we can. This ride is a roller coaster - good and bad and we will be here. Vicky clearly lucked out when she found her way into your home and heart!
Hugs!
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
OK I'm in looooooooooove with Vicky!
Welcome welcome, it's a joy to have you both here. We thank you for joining and sharing her story with us. Please let us know whatever we can do to help OK?
P.S. I'd never heard of leishmania and had to look it up. It's awful! Poor girl, she's so lucky to find you! Who is her playmate? Looks like you have a real love of the breed. They are gorgeous.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Welcome and howdy!!!
I absolutely love your pictures of Vicky and the video is outstanding!!! What a beautiful pack you have!!!
pam
Harmony became a Tripawd on 10/21/14 (MCT). She left us way too soon on 11/1/14.
"We miss you so much; our love, our heart, our Harmony."
- Pam, Ron and Melody, Meesha, Doublestuff and Mariah Carey
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