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Trouble had her 3 month bloodwork while she was boarded. Dr F says if he could ask for the numbers to be anything at all they would be right where they are today. We're estatic.
I have two tired pooches. Both are sacked out, trying to catch up on their zzzzzz's.
Troubs does have what looks like a bruise or pressure sore on her amputation site. Anyone have any experience or advise for healing it quickly?
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.
What WONDERFUL news! Congrats, you Tripawd Warrior! 
Sue and Nova
Dane Mom Sue at nova.tripawds.com and Mom to Beautiful Great Dane Queen Nova, a Blind Tripawd, who kicked cancer's butt from 11/08-03/13. The Queen is Spirit Nova now, but her legacy lives on here at Tripawds!
We are ecstatic about this great news too! Thanks for the update. Jerry's post about Bella's hot/cold pain relief pack has some helpful information about when ice or heat can help reduce swelling and pain.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Oh that is terrific news!! Definately worth a celebration!!
Shilo diagnosed with osteosarcoma 9/4/2009, amputation 9/9/2009. ShiloAnne lost her battle 11/23/2009 where she regained her fourth leg and is patiently waiting for her parents to join her. We will always love you baby girl.
Trouble, Congratulations on the Good Numbers!! May your good dreams come true as soon as you awaken!
Mary and Cemil
Cemil and mom Mary, Mujde and Radzi….appreciating and enjoying Today
Yay for Trouble's good bloodwork!! 
As for the bruise at the amp site... does Trouble like to lie on the amp side? Could be from that...
Angel Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
jakesmom said:
Yay for Trouble's good bloodwork!!
Angel Jake's Mom
I suspect it is either from a fall or from getting up and down on the concrete floor. My baby may need special treatment next time she stays! She doesn't act like it is bothering her. It bothers me more than her evidently. lol
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.
AROOOO!!! You are super, Trouble! Or perhaps you are super trouble and your deviant activities led to your new shiner. Keep up the good work, missy
<3 Laura and Jackaroo
Best. News. Ever!
Congratulations Trouble, we love hearing great news like this, thank you so much for sharing with us. You and your pawrents have worked so hard for this kind of checkup, it's time to pawty!
As far as the pressure sore goes....I agree, try using heat/cold and see if that helps.
Many, many hugs going out to you girlfriend!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Good news for Trouble! The sore is probably due to the hard kennel floors. Even if you bring a dog bed it is just not the same as carpet (or a couch). The sore should heal quickly, but you could cover it with Bag Balm if it seems irritated.
Pam
Great news! Celebrate tonight.
Debra & Angel Emily
Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.
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