It has been getting around to my friends how Frankie lost his front leg. I am amazed at how many of them either had a tripawd or knew someone who did. They all talk about how happy the dog was and that they weren’t hindered by the loss of limb. A woman who is near and dear to my heart called last night. Ellen loves Frankie and just thinks the world of him. I was worried about calling her and telling her the news because I was worried about upsetting her. To my surprise she told me about her old dog who was diagnosed with cancer. Amputation was the only option for him. She said the procedure gave her 3 more years with him and ech day she loved him more. Ellen told me that when he was close to dying she took his front paw and thanked it for being so strong and allowing her to love and live with her pup for so much longer. She told me that tripawd pups will always have a special spot in her heart. We laughed and said Frankie was just trying to get more love from Ellen. Now I can’t wait for her and Bill to come over and visit Frankenstein.
You are right, it is amazing how many people either know or have owned a tripawd. It is even more amazing how these pups just keep going not looking back twice at the loss of a leg. Your post gave me new insight today, when your friend thanked a paw for being strong. That was so touching and so true. I will be thankful for that strong limb of Boomer’s every day he lives now.
Thank you for sharing a beautiful moment with your friend.
Thanks for the uplifting post. We’ve had so many good-byes posted lately I was beginning to feel a little discouraged. So many sad stories of very little time together. I like thinking of 3 or maybe more years to enjoy loving my great big Baby! Whether it ends up being a long time or very little I will enjoy every moment.
Wags and Smiles,
Judy and Baby