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Tag: amputation

November 7, 2015November 8, 2015

day one hundred & fifteen

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October 15, 2015October 15, 2015

day ninety-two

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September 14, 2015September 15, 2015

day sixty-one

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September 10, 2015September 11, 2015

day fifty-seven

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August 8, 2015August 19, 2015

day twenty-four

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August 5, 2015August 21, 2015

grief in a grocery store

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August 3, 2015August 4, 2015

day nineteen

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July 30, 2015September 15, 2015

day fifteen

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July 23, 2015August 6, 2015

day eight

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July 20, 2015August 4, 2015

day five

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Truly the best gift of 2019 was bonus time with our favorite girl. These photos were taken since we crossed the border a couple days ago, and I had to limit myself this way because my camera is so full of photos of her, I’d never be able to pick my favorites. . 4 1/2 years post–osteosarcoma diagnosis (and leg amputation), nearly 4 months post-nasal cavity tumor diagnosis, and she is still with us. As friends of ours said when their dog received a cancer diagnosis (#RIPnico), we’re letting her live life on her terms—meaning, we’re waiting for her to tell us she’s ready to go (of course, while also being vigilant about monitoring her pain and other symptoms). She still takes us on long walks (more like “wanders” these days) on the beach multiple times a day (even amid sandblasting high winds, which aren’t our favorite). She still goes after a treat ball like it’s her job. She still gets full-body-wag excited to meet new people. And she still has a ferocious appetite (the only thing ferocious about her😉). . She may not make it off this beach and we’re 💔 at that prospect. Every stop, including here, we connect with a vet who can come to our RV and help us let her go when that time arrives, just so we are ready if she takes a turn. We want to walk her home with dignity and in peace. We want to actively, compassionately love her to the end as she has us for over 15 years. May we do so well. So, from our pack to yours, here’s to the start of a new decade: May 2020 be full of health, tail wags, Kong toys, belly rubs, ear holds (I like to hold her velvet ears as I sleep.), stroller rides, and long wanders on the beach. 💙🐾☀️🌊💙 . . #nofilter #pitbullsofinstagram #pitmix #tripawd #cancersucks #caninecancer #cancersurvivor #supersurvivor #rvliving #mexicoliving @travel_with_truesdell @mikeloretto @sagecenters @creaturecomfortholistic

Today. Grateful for it, for her. ❤️ @mikeloretto #tripawd #pitbullsofinstagram @travel_with_truesdell

Bristow meets a farm—a photo essay. 🐄🐖🐓🐄🐖🐓 (Long walks with arthritis brought to you by free, grubby #Nextdoor stroller)

I feel the same way some days, #Bristow — 💙💙💙💙💙💙 Bad week, new cancer, big choices. Trying to focus on whatever days/weeks/months we have together with a focus on keeping her comfortable and happy (meaning, one chip for me, one for you😉). She beat osteosarcoma 4 years ago and is what vet oncologists call a “super survivor.” Super is an understatement. 💙 She doesn’t seem to be in any pain and still goes after a treat ball like it’s her job. The dog of my dreams—the best 30-lb lapdog, 3-legged tap dancer, yoga buddy, teacher, and motivator. 💙 If you feel so inclined, prayers and meditations and treats appreciated. She’s been the only earthly constant in my life for past 15 years, and while we are so grateful for the bonus time we’ve been gifted, this is...well, yeah.😢 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 #pitbullsofinstagram #tripawd #fuckcancer @travel_with_truesdell @mikeloretto

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Thanks to @mikeloretto for helping me #vote today by dropping off my ballot and filling it out for me last week. #JedBartlet is bored with the whole thing, but I’m always excited to exercise my right, even if I need help. #lifewithaTBI #votewithus #dogyawns — — @lenadunham @amyschumer @tayjschilling

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