Jerry’s first posts from his osteosarcoma diagnosis and amputation surgery recovery in late 2006, and discussion about caring for new canine amputees.
Jerry’s new Tripawds Store is now online, complete with canine cancer care books, DVDs, diet supplements and three-legged dog music.
I am thankful. I got a clean bill of health from the vet here at Safe Harbor Animal Farm. My people and I have been helping out the rescue animals here. We partied away last night. My Dad made me a hamburger cake. Ground beef with all of the fixings, veggies and supplements mixed in, … Read more
Animal communicator and shamanic healer Lesley Nase discusses animal healing and mental well being after illness.
Issues and treatment for phantom limb pain in canine amputee survivors.
My new pal Eisen, from Colorado, is going into surgery on Friday, and will officially be a Tripawd after that. Let’s all wish him luck and send happy woofs and barks his way.
Meanwhile, his Mom asked us what kinds of foods have helped me stay strong and healthy after my cancer diagnosis. So here’s a short list of the foods I get on a regular basis. My Mom must be doing something right, because I just reached my 11 month post-surgery anniversary!
Bone cancer dog survivor Jerry celebrates his ninth birthday, and ten months past his osteosarcoma amputation surgery.
What a week. On Monday I celebrated 10 whole months since my surgery, and today I swam in the Atlantic Ocean! I did it, I’ve arrived. I’m a zillion miles from home and still going strong. Even though the docs told my Mom and Dad that the chances of me making it this far were slim to none, I proved them wrong, didn’t I?
Review this selection of helpful products for three-legged dogs including the Ruffwear harness which is incredibly useful for helping your 3-legged dog get around.
I just got a letter from my first overseas International Visitor, Lalla, a canine cancer survivor from Israel.
Lalla had her rear right leg amputated last September, due to osteosarcoma.
Lalla says that she didn’t have chemo, because “It would have really disrupted my normal happy routine: no beach, no pals and no treats!”
And even though the doctors told her she only had about 2 months left on earth. That was a year ago! Just like me, she has beaten the odds, and is now living life to the max!
Big news! We have just officially launched our Tripawds Café Press Store! Show your tripawd pride with t-shirts, mugs, caps, mouse pads, stickers and more. We even offer a dog t-shirt* perfect for protecting your new three legged friend’s stitches after surgery. Use the Tripawd Journal to keep track of important diet information and health … Read more