It is with great sadness that we have to report that we have just had to have Io put to sleep.
Not exactly sure what happened but he started limping last week and yelped a couple of times when he took a step. He had a fall when out on a walk and our vets thought the has pulled a muscle or strained his shoulder so he had some anti inflammatory treatment and a painkiller. He actually got better for a couple of days but then the limp/yelp started again and it went downhill very quickly from there and by today he was losing control of his back legs and he was obviously suffering badly. We arranged another emergency appointment at the vets and run through everything that could be causing this and any prognosis as such but I think we all knew there was only one thing to do.
Io passed away peacefully with his head nestled on my wife’s shoulder.
We will miss him terribly but are so happy for the 11 months we had with him and the fact that he enjoyed life so much with three legs. We consider it a real honour to have been able to experience first hand the way our four/three legged friends simply get on with life.
RIP Lil Io (big head nothing in it) – We will miss you
We are so very sad to hear about Io. He was a true Tripawd Warrior, and he will be missed.
Micki and Rio
I’m sorry to read of your loss of your gorgeous boy. Our tripawds do teach us so much don’t they? You’ll cherish those memories forever.
Sending virtual hugs and healing Abby kisses,
Jackie, Abby’s mom
We are so sorry for your loss! I enjoyed reading about Io from across the pond. Sending you healing thoughts and dalmatian kisses.
Bob,Julie, Samson and spirit Daisy
we’re so sorry to hear of io’s passing. you gave him a final selfless gift by releasing him from his broken body. his spirit and the memories you made will always be with you. love never ends.
charon & gayle
Oh you gentle giant, we will miss you so so much.
Mom and Dad, our hearts go out to you. Your boy was an inspawration to all of us and a joy to have in our community. His spirit will always be a part of Tripawds.
{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}
Oh…I am SO, so sorry. 🙁
Oh…I am SO, so sorry. 🙁
I’m so sorry to read of Io’s passing… My thoughts are with you and your family..
R.I.P. Io..
Tracy, Maggie’s Mom
we are so very sorry to hear of your loss… our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Coopsdad
My deepest condolences to you and your family for such a devasting loss with Io.
Lots of hugs coming your way.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, brave warrior. Run free..
Spirit Hope