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Hard to Believe, Six Months

We have been absent for a while but have been having a blast enjoying precious time together.  Since our last post we have participated in the K-9 Cancer Walk in Elk Grove, gone camping at the ocean, swam in the … Continue reading

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Two month ampuversary

Well we have made it two months so far and Sierra is doing very well.  She has had two treatments of carboplatin and is scheduled for her third this Thursday as long as her platelettes recover.  It is so amazing … Continue reading

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Starting Chemotherapy

We went to see the surgeon on January 21 to get the staples out and talk about next steps.  The surgeon was very happy with the healing and progress Sierra has made.  He gave her clearance to do whatever she … Continue reading

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A bit of good news

We went for a visit to check in with the surgeon yesterday (January 12, 2011) because of some concerns over the level of panting, lip licking, and restlessness.  The surgeon thought it would be a good idea to do a … Continue reading

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January 10, 2011

Well, Sierra came home Saturday morning after spending two nights with the vet.  There were not any complications, just apparent pain issues so it took a little longer to ween her off the iv pain medicine.  She was sure happy … Continue reading

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The Next Chapter

I Believe in Santa Paws Chapter 1 was a wonderful 6 1/2 year ride that I will have to fill you in on some time.  Here are few pics from that part of my journey –               Chapter … Continue reading

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