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I just got the call from Shelby's surgeon that she is out of surgery and breathing on her own......snoring like a drunk sailor but breathing on her own. Whew. I hate being 2 hours away from her but I know that right now she needs rest and she will be watched and cared for 24/7 until I pick her up on Monday afternoon.
So now that I know she's alright, I'm going to go in the bathroom and shut the door and finally cry the tears I've been holding back all day. I don't want my other 3 dogs to see me upset, so maybe I'll take a hot bath and try to relax.
She's breathing on her own.....and that damned leg doesn't hurt anymore....thank God.
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Thanks for the update. Sounds like Shelby is in good hands. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Great first update. Hope your sailor gets home rested and in good spirits.
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.
Great news that Shelby's surgery is over, the painful leg is gone and she is snoring like a sailor. Hoping for a speedy recovery for Shelby!
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
That's wonderful news!!! Now go take a bubble bath and let it all out!!! There will be many times that you'll feel the need to get away and cry... a bubble bath is a wonderful idea!!!
Keeping Shelby and you in my thoughts and prayers!!!
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!
Thanks for the update.
Time for you to wind down and pamper yourself a bit. Your in our hearts and prayers.
the chauffeur
Glad to hear she's on the road to recovery!!
~~~~ Denali ~~~~
June 9, 2010 OSA suspected
June 17, 2010, July 14, 2010 Clear X-rays – no mets
July 1, 2010 Amputation
July 9, 2010 OSA Confirmed
November 23, 2010 Cancer took you from me - Never forgotten, Always Loved - Forever
Supporting the Fighters, Admiring the Survivors, Honoring the Taken, And never, ever giving up Hope
Just got an update from her vet tech......she didn't get back to the recovery area until almost 4PM and she's now somewhat awake, but still pretty loopy. The lovely tech did say that she seemed like a sweetheart and when she would sing-song her name, Shelby would try to wag her tail....that's my girl.
They will try to get her up at 9PM and if all goes well, give her a bit of the food I sent down.
Now I will finally crash............zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
I do not know what I would have done without you guys.....the support, encouragement and knowledge here is incredible.
Awwwww Pam!
I'm so relieved and relieved for you and Shelby. We'll keep the pawsitive energy going until she is back in your arms on Monday.
Comet's "so happy" Mom
P.S.
I vote for the "Foster" to be striked out of your sig line!
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.
Congrats for getting rid of that painful leg Shelby!!!
Now to the road of recovery!!! Here's wishing you luck for the next couple of weeks!
Get some sleep this weekend so you'll be rested up when she gets home!
Tracy, Maggie's Mom
Maggie was amputated for soft tissue sarcoma 10-20-09
Maggie lost her battle with kidney disease on 8-24-13
Congratulations, Shelby! Now you can begin the rest of your wonderful (but different) life. I bet you're going to surprise your mom with how well you do! 
Daisy, 12 years young, had left forelimb amp on 5/19/2010 due to osteosarcoma. She left her body behind and joined the other spirit tripawds on 7/16/2010.
So grateful for each day with her!
Lexi (Daisy's momma)
What great news about Shelby!!! It sounds like she's a superstar 
, albeit a snoring one. How happy she will be to be rid of the pain. Yes you deserve a bubble bath...and dare I suggest a glass of wine 
? Then start catching some zzzzzzzzz's, you're going to need them to keep up to her in the near future.
Congrats, I am so happy for both of you.
Laura and Tai
Tai – 9 yr old lab. Diagnosed Osteosarcoma Dec 18/09. Front right leg amputated Dec 21/09. Started chemo Jan 7/10. Lung mets discovered Sept 16/10. Valiant to the end on Oct 26/10 when cancer reappeared in a leg and we made the decision to set her free. Forever in my heart where not even cancer can take her from me.
Snore away Shelby!!! You'll be so happy the painful leg is history! Take good care of your mom when you get home...she's been so worried about you!
Bubbles & Vino sound like they are in order mom.
Pat & Spirit Ruthie
shelbysmom said:
I do not know what I would have done without you guys.....the support, encouragement and knowledge here is incredible.
And we do not know what we would do without the support of this community.
Tail wagging is a good thing. Thanks for the update!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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