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Chris and Maureen Harrington, with Ivy
Four paws, two wheels, no problem Chris and Maureen Harrington give Sweet Paul readers a sneak peak into the life of Insta-star Ivy the Frenchie and her upcoming pawtobiography Photography by Daniella Thomas
Can you please tell our readers Ivy’s story? We are Chris and Maureen Harrington, from Boston, Massachusetts, and we are Ivy’s very proud parents. Ivy is a five-year-old French bulldog. When we brought her home, we knew she would fill our home with happiness, love, and kisses, but we never could have imagined that she would teach us—and everyone she meets—some of life’s most important lessons. Two years ago, Ivy woke up in the middle of the night in excruciating pain. We rushed her to the hospital where she was diagnosed with a genetic spinal disease: Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). After emergency spinal surgery, the vets were able to alleviate her pain, but the disease left her paralyzed in her back legs. Learning that our dog, our baby, could no longer walk was devastating and frightening. How could Ivy chase her ball, play with her besties, or simply stand to eat dinner? Ivy showed us how. When she took her first wobbly steps on just two paws, our hearts almost burst. Each day she got stronger and was more determined. It was (and still is) unbelievable to watch. 50 SWEETPAULMAG.COM SPRING 2019
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