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We left bright and early before seven this morning and drove to Sun Valley. Murphy saw all of his friends at Sun Valley Animal Center, had his hip x-rayed and got his little toenails manicured. Dr Acker says that the hip replacement looks very good and we should come back next year, unless something unforeseen happens. A long day, with over seven hours on the road, but a good result.
He would like to see a bit more muscle mass on the remaining back leg, though, so I have a call in to the rehab vet to see when we can set up an appraisal appointment and get Murphy back on track.. (Our weather and my semi-incapacitated state haven't been good for Murphy's exercise regimen. Murphy will also get to do more hiking in the hills with his Dad. Can't wait for swimming season to get here.
Kathi and Murphy
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
Wonderful update on Murphy!
This winter has been tough on everyone who is trying to do outdoor exercise e.g. regular walking/hiking....but lots of opportunities for playing in snow.
Hugs
Linda and Tucker 
That's great news! Way to go Murphy! We can't wait for swimming season around here either. Anybody who has a lab thinks the same, I think. She loves to roll in the snow but it is covered in a layer of ice and I worry every time she goes outside to potty, let alone trying to walk in the park.
Amy & Libby
Liberty (Libby) was diagnosed with OSA on 1-22-13. Right front amputation on 1-31-13. No IV Chemo. Metronomic Therapy started 2-19-13 along with supplements and some home cooking. Lungs clear until 1-06-14. She's still her happy, hoppy, bossy self. Living the dog life to the fullest and a proud Winter Warrior. :) RIP my Libby 4-21-03 to 3-19-14
Happy Hipuversary Murphy. I am glad you got a good report buddy.
Way to go
hugs
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
sassysugarbear.tripawds.com
07/26/2006 - Sassy earned her wings 08/20/2013
05/04/2006 - Bosch, Sassy's pal, earned his wings 03/29/19 fought cancer for 4 months.
"You aren't doing it TO her, you are doing it FOR her. Give her a chance at life."
Thanks, Linda, Amy and Michelle. This site has meant so much to us over the past year.
Oh...I meant to mention. Our vet's wife works in the office and she told us how much they enjoy the Tripawds calendar. She also said that she has recommended the group to a couple of her friends who have Tripawd dogs.
Kathi and Murphy
Murphy is a five year old Lab/Chessie cross. He was hit by a car on 10/29/12 and became a Tripawd on 11/24/12. On 2/5/13, he had a total hip replacement on his remaining back leg. He has absolutely no idea that he has only three legs!
UPDATE: Murphy lived his life to the fullest, right up until an aggressive bone lesion took him across the Rainbow Bridge on April 9, 2015 and he gained his membership in the April Angels. Run free, my love. You deserve it!
HIP... HIP..HIPURAAAAAAY!!! HAPPY HIPUVERSARY MURPHY!! HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT!!. Almost comprehensible to think what you've overcome!
As I've said before, I not only bow down to you, but I contine to bow down to the depth of commitment towards your well-being your paw parents have for you. Team Murohy has an incredible team!, And Gus is part of that team...as well as al the little beans in the bean patch!!
CONGRATULATIOS MURPHY! We love you and are always cheering for you!
This calls for ice cream watermeln!!!
Love to all!
Sally and Happy Hannah
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!
YAY!!! Great news!!! We're so happy for you all!
Cheers for more good news!
Alison and Shelby
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
WAY TO GO MURPHY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE A TRIPAWD HERO!!!!!
Jill is a 9-year-old tuxedo kitty. She was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in June 2012 on her toe in her right hind leg. Her leg was amputated on 12/12/12 and she completed four rounds of chemo (2 of Carbo, 2 of Doxy) in April 2013. "Like" Jill's facebook page: https://www.fac.....tty?ref=hl Proud member of the WINTER WARRIORS!!!! Her blog can be read at http://jillsjou.....ipawds.com. xoxo
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