R.I.P.
May 1994 - July 31, 2009
I miss you more than anything...
May 1994 - July 31, 2009
I miss you more than anything...
What's This About Tripods?
- The Backstory
My dog Lulu was diagnosed with bone cancer in her left hind leg in August of 2006. Within a week her leg was removed and biopsied to show that she had a type of cancer called osteosarcoma. Osteosarcoma is one of the most common bone tumors and it is estimated that at least 6,000 new cases are diagnosed in dogs each year in the United States.
With her painful leg removed, Lulu's next hurdle was to go through chemo. Luckily dogs are not affected by chemo the way humans are, only feeling drowsy the day of treatment. She received chemo once a day, every 2 weeks for 6 sessions. While this is not a cure, it will delay the cancer's spread, doubling (and possibly tripling) her life span. Without chemo she'd only have 4 to 5 months, with she had just shy of three years.
As you can imagine all this was expensive. I spent a grand total of over $10,000. I put everything on my credit cards without thinking twice, but once the bills starting coming in I realized I needed a plan. I asked my awesome friend Eric Siry to design a logo to put on T-Shirts and tote bags. The goal was to eliminate my debt; the dream was to make more than I need in order to help other animals and their owners who cannot afford expensive procedures and treatments. We've reached our dream! But now we're looking to sell even more shirts so we can start handing out checks to those in need. Buy something from the tripod store and show your support for all animals -- four, three, two, and even one-legged!
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August 01, 2009
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adopt a pet
people and sites we love
- Amanda Visell
Artist who made the catpod possible! - Bergen Babies
- Cassie's Three-Legged Dog Club
A site dedicated to three-legged dogs. Some great info and inspiring stories for people (and dogs) going through this change. - Cool Hunting
- Core77
- Countless Others
Lulu's fave keyboardist. - Dog Abby Daycare
Going out of town can be stressful if you need to leave your pet at home, but not if you're leaving them with the sweet ladies of Dog Abby Daycare. This Red Hook gem is the Ritz Carlton of doggie hotels. - Eric Siry
The designer who made the original tripods shirt possible. - F*&k Fixed Gears
A for profit shirt I designed. Contains adult language. - Fifth Ave. Vet Specialists
Lulu's oncologist and surgeon are based here. Both are very sweet and extremely talented. - Hope Veterinary Clinic
The most amazing vet Lulu and I have ever been to. The docs there are so patient and thorough, I wish *I* could go there for my check-ups. - mediabistro.com: UnBeige
- Mutts & Mitts of Brooklyn: A Rescue in the Making
Newly formed adoption agency in Brooklyn, NY - PupStyle
The original snobby dog blog devoted to high end design and fashion for dogs. - RedLipstick Boutique
Best shop in Brooklyn! - Renegade Handmade
Best store in Chicago.
Other Projects
- Paw Nation
The pet blog I edit. - me likey
- Apartment Therapy's Unplggd
Tech Meets Home - Feral For Life
- Bergen Babies
- I Heart Tripods
- Tripod Charity Gear
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I'm glad you gave him such a happy, healthy life while he was here on earth.
Do you plan to continue this blog?
Posted by: Just_Kelly | August 01, 2009 at 08:38 PM
I'm so sorry.
Posted by: Cori | August 02, 2009 at 05:12 PM
I'm so sorry to read about your loss, I know she's in Doggy Heaven though, chasing balls and squirrels and eatin' bacon...
Posted by: Costa | August 02, 2009 at 07:31 PM
So sorry. I have a picture of my wife wearing the shirt at my desk, so I look at cartoon Lulu every day. Hope you're at least considering writing a book.
Posted by: Chris B. | August 06, 2009 at 02:42 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been following Lulu since you started this blog. I just lost my sweet girl to bone cancer this year. I know what you are going through. They are keeping each other company now.
Posted by: Terrah | August 11, 2009 at 09:32 PM