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That's right, it's two years after his diagnosis and amputation and he's still with us!
I remember when I first found out Rocky had Osteosarcoma. I hoped he would make it at least 3 months but was secretly hoping for 6 months. At the one year mark, I was cautiously optimistic that he was going to be OK.
Now, two years later, I am at peace. I feel that he has beat it and that cancer will not be taking my sweet boy from me. If Rocky were to leave me today, I would be OK because I know that he has had a good, long life, and he faced cancer head on and won!
I no longer worry about every little sound he makes – is that a cough or is he just clearing his throat? Will I know a cough when I hear it? And I no longer worry when I see that he's slowing down more and more each day. He's almost 11 years old and he's been hopping around on three legs for two years now. Of course he's tired, I would be too. If he want's to rest more often, that's fine with me – he deserves it.
When the time comes, I have vowed to let him go a week too early rather than a week too late. That is the least that I can do for my buddy.
Please celebrate with us today. Rocky will be enjoying turkey burgers and peanut butter flavored cookies made with apples and cranberries. And please give your puppers a good ear scratching from me and Rocky. 
I posted a picture, but it's not showing up. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 🙂
oh rocky, you are such an inspiration!!! sounds like you guys have 'figured it out' and are enjoying each and every moment you have - bravo for you!! we'll celebrate for you here in ET: scrambled eggs, cheese and extra treats for everybody!!!!!!
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
I remember you Rocky from when I first came here, and I couldn't agree more! Excellent sentiment
I am so glad Rocky has won, it makes my heart sing when one of ours kicks Cancer's butt out of the ball park.
We will celebrate with joy today, and ear scratches in your honor! Happy 2 years, a feat indeed!
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
Rocky, you are SO awesome! Way to kick some cancer butt! Enjoy those burgers and cookies because you so deserve it 
. You are an inspiration to everyone here and a solid reminder that this fight CAN be won!
Sadie is my 9yr old Rott/Shepherd mix. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her right scapula 1/28/10. Our brave girl had her amputation 2/13/10 and her last chemotherapy on 6/6/10. Unfortunately, a tumor appeared in her back right leg and on 10/7/2010 Sadie's earthly journey came to an end. On 10/24/2010 we adopted Ranger, a handsome Rott/Lab mix tripawd (got hit by a car) I think Sadie sent him to us.
http://ranger.t.....pawds.com/
Congratulations and many, many tail and butt wags coming from us to you, Rocky!! You are such a wonderful inspiration just when we really needed it -- Thank you so much for sharing this terrific news. TWO YEARS!!!!!!! We'll be having extra special treats today to celebrate your special achievement! Most of all, Miss Sylvia is getting extra hugs and encouragement to follow in Rocky's pawprints and hit (and pass 
) the same "mile-marker"!
Carry on, good buddy!
- Karen and Silly Sylvia
Sweet Silly Sylvie, the Old English Sheepdog
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma 11/04/2010 at almost 7 years of age * Left hind leg amputated 11/09/2010 * Chemo on 12/10, 12/17, 01/10, 01/31
Sweet Sylvie's earthly journey ended on Nov. 3, 2011, one day short of a year since her diagnosis and 6 days short of her one-year ampuversary. Her family celebrates her life as a sheepdog – ever the puppy, ever silly, ever sweet – and are grateful for our 7 years together.
OH ROCKY! This is such fantastic news! I'm so, so proud of you! I was just thinking of you and was wondering how you were doing! I'm so,so,so glad to hear!
Happy 2 year ampurversary! We'll celebrate with a peanut butter store bought cookie over here!
I'll take a look at your pic and see if I can fix it...in the meantime - I think we should take a look back at your journey!
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.
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.
Happy PAWESOME 2 YEAR Ampuversary! You Rock Rocky!!
Daisy earned her wings on Oct 22, 2011 at 14 years old
She is now the official greeter at the rainbow bridge
Everyone is guaranteed a welcome sniff and Dalmatian smile
Wow! Two years is pawsome! Enjoy the turkey burgers and cookies! Abby is going to have a Frosty Paw in your honor.
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!
TWO years? Already? WOW!!!!
Congrats Rocky, you made a fool of all those doctors and their statistics!!!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Thanks Ge' Lena for fixing the picture and for posting Rocky's video. 🙂
And while we aren't here often, the support from everyone is truly appreciated.
Rocky, thanks for being a fantastic inspawration!!! You are a tripawd hero!!! Keep on, keepin' on!!
I can SO relate to that post. I could have written it myself at that two year mark. I'm so happy Rocky is doing so well and you guys are so comfortable in the journey.
Hoping Rocky has many, many glorious days ahead.
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.
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