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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
Two Weeks Progress
April 2, 2020 Yesterday was a big day for Akeela! She had her stitches removed, was given her first dose of chemotherapy, and had a rehab therapy consultation. I could barely get her out of the car by the time I got home. In fact, we had to carry (More) |
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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
Rehab Reimbursement Application
Tripawds.com offers an incredibly generous scholarship opportunity for individuals who take their dog to rehab therapy. Below is part of my essay that I submitted for this grant - April 1, 2020 My best friend and companion for 13 years is a White (More) |
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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
One week in
March 26, 2020 The past two days seem to be much harder on Akeela. She sleeps almost 90% of the day and we have to really motivate her to go on her potty walks. We wait until she gets up on her own before we attempt any outings. Since she normally (More) |
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jerry wrote:
Vet Tips to Avoid a Remaining Leg Surgery for Tripawd Dogs
The very idea of a remaining leg surgery for Tripawd dogs is terrifying. Cruciate repairs, total hip replacement and other orthopedic surgery recoveries can do wonders, but recovery is tough. So today we are checking in with a vet expert to find out (More) |
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badger wrote:
Day 30: What a milestone!
I can't quite believe it's been 30 days, and wow, what a month! Apart from our own doggy dramas, we are also coping with the mind boggling fallout from the Corona Virus. On the positive side, I am "stuck" home with Badger so I'm do not have to worr (More) |
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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
Post operative treatment ...
March 26, 2020 The surgeon that I saw for Akeela’s surgery sent her limb off to a specialist to be tested (a little gruesome, if you ask me). They do this so that we know exactly what type of disease Akeela has, so that we know what kind of treatm (More) |
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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
Diet and Movement
March 26, 2020 Until Akeela gets her stitches out (14 days after surgery), she is only allowed out on short potty walks. We use a towel to help her down the stairs at our apartment, and she typically needs our help less first thing in the morning. (More) |
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jerry wrote:
Osteoarthritis Problems in Three Legged Dogs
Osteoarthritis problems in three-legged dogs are one of the biggest challenges Tripawd parents will face. But the good news is that we can do lots to minimize the impact. Today you'll learn how, from the world’s leading veterinary orthopedics expert (More) |
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akeelaisthecutest wrote:
Phantom leg & Human concerns
March 25, 2020 After Akeela drinks water, she always tries to lick up the extra water drops that splash out. Sometimes it’s on the floor, sometimes its on her legs, and sometimes she will even try to lick it off people if they are standing in spla (More) |
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Tripawds Foundation wrote:
Canine Buja Board Rehab Exercises Help Three Legged Terrier Benji
Tripawds Community member thulshof1979 is recipient #76 of the Maggie Moo Fund for Tripawd Rehab. Read on for details about the benefits of free rehab including canine buja board exercises for three-legged terrier Benji, and learn how you can get a f (More) |