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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO... This breaks my heart and I have tears streaming down my face as I am trying to work. Had to take a minute and reply. Elizabeth I am so so sorry to hear about Rosco. He knows he was loved and you showed him how much you meant to him by loving him these months. He knew the love he should have felt from the beginning.
I know you know the drill about grief now its even more hard. 🙁 I am so so so sorry.
Rosco Run Free and you are healthy & happy again.
I want to scream, yell & curse.
My heart is heavy and breaks for you
xoxoxox
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."
I'm in total shock to be reading that sweet Roscoe is no longer here. My heart breaks for Elizabeth and her pack for what they're now going through...it so unfair but everyone is right in that Roscoe finally got to know true love with Elizabeth in the short time he was with them. I'll be keeping you close to my heart and sending healing prayers.
Hugs
Sahana and her Angel Leland and Lucian too
November 17, 2009 - June 30, 2014
May you finally be healthy and running free at the Rainbow Bridge. Until we meet again my sweet boy!
I have no words. My fingers can't find the keys. All I can do is just shake my head no.
Sending healing prayers your way Elizabeth and pack,
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
I am angry, I'm sick, I'm sad, I can't stop crying. I would have done anything for him, I was ready to do whatever it took. He was just a baby. He woke up this morning having some breathing issues, same as before, it looked like an asthma attack but we could calm him down and he'd get it back under control. We knew the tumor was pushing against his trachea and we could actually move it out of the way to help him get a good breath. We left early for Northern Va b/c we just wanted to get him there. We thought that they'd put him in emergency surgery to debulk it away from his airway and then we'd go from there. I held him the whole car ride, he slept, he looked out the window, I told him he was a good dog and that we loved him. He looked at me with the most soulful eyes and gave me a kiss. We got to the vet's at 730 and we were just going to sit in the car. He had to pee so I took two steps out of my car with him and put him on the grass. As soon as he was done he started having another breathing attack. The office was open and Eric got a vet tech to come out and she grabbed him and ran. They gave him a steroid shot, put oxygen on him and when that didn't help much they intubated him and rushed a CT scan. The tumor had invaded everything. His poor trachea was crushed and it was all the way to the left. His heart was being crushed and it was pushed against his rib. His ribs and lung were being crushed. It was huge. They said there was nothing they could do, even if they attempted surgery they didn't think he'd make it through it. I wanted to bring him home so bad. I just wanted him back. I had no idea this was how it was going to go. They said they didn't think he'd make it home and I could NOT live with myself if he died suffocating in the car. They brought him in so we could say goodbye, he was asleep from the anesthesia from the CT scan. We hugged him and kissed him and told him we loved him. They then took him to the back and put him to sleep. I probably should have been with him. He's going to be cremated with one of my daughters blankets. If I'd have known I would've taken his lovey and the bed he loved so much so he could have been cremated with them. He was my personal escort everywhere and I can't wait to go get him and bring him home. I want him home so bad.
I want him back. Three months is not enough. He was still figuring out what playing meant. He had so many adventures waiting for him. He was going to go camping for the first time in August. I prayed to God that no matter what, I didn't want Rosco to suffer. He had been through too much and I never ever wanted him to suffer again. I thank God that he didn't, but I want him home. He was just a baby. I love him so much and I HATE this fucking disease !!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's just not fair
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
No, it isn't fair at all! Cancer NEVER is fair.
He had 3 months with you, a blink of time for us, but so much to him; nearly 2 doggie years. Now at the Bridge with all the others, he waits for you. But you know it won't be long. There's no such thing as "time" in heaven. He'll barely roll around in the grass before he sees you coming to join him and all the other loves who've gone before us.
When I think about the Bridge, I remember the scene in What Dreams May Come where Robin Williams' character meets up with a Dalmatian they had to put down. All the colors are vibrant like fresh paint on a canvas. I can just imagine the sound of all the pups and kitties like soft crickets on a summer night. And the best part is, we'll be able to know which bark or meow belongs to us.
Elizabeth, time is our warden in this realm. Rosco is free now. He's in a place where he has only one unfulfilled need and that is you.
Bless you my sweet friend,
xoxoxo
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
Elizabeth,
I know you are raw with emotion now. But know this Rosco knew you loved him. He enjoyed the time he had with you. Yes, he had lots to do & lots to see but got robbed. We know that this effing disease doesn't play fair. I am not minimizing time at least Rosco had 3 months of life to enjoy. He got to smile, got to learn to play, had brothers to play with. Jake will be there to greet him and they both will come running when you meet them.
I love Pam's picture of the Bridge. We know our babies and their barks, their smiles etc even if it was just for a short time he was YOUR BABY.
It just sucks that you didn't get to do everything you wanted and planned to do.
xoxoxox
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."
Stunned, sad and very, very heartbroken for you Elizabeth, we're both at a loss for words here. I wish I could rewind everything for you so you and Rosco didn't have to go through this, it's just tragic and a terrible situation no pet or human should ever have to endure.
For whatever reason, your sweet pup got called back to the heavens, and there's no way to explain it. But in the meantime, it was his destiny to find his way to your pack so that he could know that humans don't suck, that there is such a thing as a forever home and love that never, ever dies. He will always be home in your heart and your soul, that little pup is never far away.
I'm really, really sorry. This is a very sad day for everyone. I just can't imagine how you must feel right now but I hope you can feel all our love supporting you in your grief.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Oh elizabeth... I want to hug you so badly right now... my heart is breaking for you .... I love what Rene said .. he was SENT to you so he could experience real love and know that not all humans are mean. He has been reunited with the others that have gone before him...and he will wait for you.
I love Pam's description of the bridge as well. That is how I see it and I see Shelby waiting for me.
Shelby sent me a penny last night ... today I think it is because she wanted to let me know what she would be there waiting for Rosco and that he was going to be ok and welcomed again.
Holding you in my heart and thoughts ... so much love for you!
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
Alison it funny you brought up a penny. I went to throw laundry in the dryer this am and there in the bottom of the washer was a dime. I know there was no change in any pockets so I knew who sent it. Amazing that we both got a sign today
xoxox
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."
My sweet Elizabeth,
Stunned and completely shocked does not come close to how I am feeling right now..... No, this is not fair at all, for Rosco or you. This is devastating beyond belief, and you did everything humanly possible for your little man, and would have done more. Sometimes life just throws us a huge $hitball that lays us flat and knocks the stuffing out of us. I know you were totally cheated with time with Rosco, and that in itself completely and majorly sucks, but I also know you fulfilled your promise to him.....You absolutely gave him the "best ever, rest of his life". No, there are so many things you will not get to do with him, and longer time spent with him.....But he was not thinking about those things with you, he was just in the moments of everyday with you and how happy he was, and how much you loved him, that is what mattered at the time he went to the Bridge.
I wish I could take your pain and heartbreak away.....All I can do is send my many hugs and much love to you; You know we are all here for you, for whatever you may want or need......Just name it.
Keeping you and Eric in my continuing thoughts and prayers, <3
Bonnie, Angel Polly, Pearl, and Zuzu
I just found TWO Pennies !!! TWO!!!! Right next to each other! They are together, my Jake and Rosco!! Then I read that Alison and Michelle both found them too. I am bawling like a baby
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
Trying so hard to get my s***t together to write...and it's just not gonna happen right now. One of the saddest days Ive ever experienced here...ever.....
Everything everyone has written has so much support and love for you...please hang onto every single word. My words just can't seem to come right now....the grief.......its just too strong and won't let my heart speak....
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!
Thank you guys so much, i just don't know what to do with myself. I have read and re-read and re-read everything each of you has said here and on FB. You guys have made me feel so less alone in this, and that is something I will forever be grateful for. It was like some cruel joke the universe played, like it didn't want me to forget what this feels like. I had been trying to "understand" this whole thing the past few days, and Rene saying that he was sent to me to spend the rest of his days happy really resonated, I just didn't understand that these were his last days. I feel honored to have been able to be his mom, he was something else. He had a smile that was infectious and the way that he would look at you sometimes when he thought you were insane was priceless. I had fallen madly in love with him, and I will always be.
I had ordered him a jogging stroller, so he could go hiking with us on trails (Eric bought the other one b/c the one I ordered wasn't arriving fast enough), and a snuggle puppy (that has a heart beat and a warming pad) so he could have something to snuggle with when I wasn't around....they both arrived this evening.
Rene, can I email you a picture of him to add to the Tripawds angels?
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
Oh Elizabeth, I just got in the door and raced to my IPad to check in. I am so sad, so shocked. I know you are hurting beyond belief right now. He was one of the sweetest pups I have ever met. He was so content to snuggle in your arms. I can still see him, he was so relaxed, his little back legs just dangled there. There was no fear, no tenseness. That, my friend, is why he came to you. You see, for a dog, there is no real time. For him, the months that he spent with you are what he needed. He got loving, snuggles and spoiling. Please don't feel bad for not going back when he was put to sleep. He was already sleeping peacefully with a view of the bridge in the distance. He fell asleep dreaming of the happiness he felt as your dog. The bad memories of the past wiped out. He needed you and you and Eric came through for him. If he would have not come into your life, he would have had no one to wait for at the Rainbow Bridge. Thinking of you my friends, Lori TY & Gang
TY GUY, Best Black Lab ever! Diagnosed and had amp in January, 2014. Kicked MRSA's butt. Earned his angel wings on April 16, 2014. Run Free my boy and don't forget a shoe. Ty is a proud member of the " April Angels". Ty sent us Daryl, a Tripawd rescue in Sept. of 2016. Daryl is 5 +or -. We are also Pawrents to Chandler, a Border Collie mix who is 15 and 1/2, Lucy, a Corgi who is 7, 2 minis, 2 horses, and a feisty cat named Zoe. Zoe had a non skeletal Osteosarcoma removed in July 2015. No Chemo, she was at least 16. She is going strong although she is now completely blind. She is now close to 20 and her hobbies are eating and sleeping in front of her personal heater.
elizabeth said
Rene, can I email you a picture of him to add to the Tripawds angels?
Of course. I was going to ask you but thought I should wait not knowing if it was OK to ask yet. Yes, please send a few, web-resolution. It would be an honor.
And I really do believe he was sent to you so he could know what real love is. So many pets don't get that experience. What a break for him to feel the power of love from a human after all he'd been through. It's awful that he didn't get to experience more of it, for sure. But in that short time, it was more than he would have ever known had he not found you and Eric and Tanner. He is with Jake now, and both of them are beautiful angel brothers in spirit watching over you. Think of that when you start to feel down, and let it comfort you during this hard time.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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