FrodofromAus Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I am sure it is quite daunting but I have seen lots of dogs manage exceedingly well when they have had an amputation. Your dog is lucky to have you as there are dog owners out there who dont give their dogs the chance your giving yours. She is very lucky to have you and it sounds like SASH is confident she will be fine. Please keep up posted and I am sure you will have her for a long time to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 I know!! We got her all fitted out with boots and a ruffwear harness, Leura Doggie Store were amazing as well very helpful. Pix in due course, please :laugh: sure will. She is such a inspiration she just took to the boots perfectly running and not bothered by them at all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Surgery is done. She came through well and is in ICU tonight. SASH vet said that he was very happy with how it went and feels that he got healthy margins but we have to wait for the pathology results. Thankfully he didn't have to take any bone from the hip which was a possibility. Hopefully we can visit tomorrow and Thursday and Friday nights and have her home Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Sending lots of healing vibes to your girl Dave. I know two greyhound with amputations, one front leg and one rear and it was amazing how quickly they adapted. Have everything crossed for good results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Oh! Little here, Dave73. Your girl has had a huge procedure. Best of luck for a speedy recovery and adaption, and hopefully she'll be in boots made for running in no time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Shepherd mom Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 Bless you and your family for all you are doing for your girl. I wish her speedy healing and years of good health. I look forward to hearing of her progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 13, 2013 Author Share Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) Update! Last night she went well and this morning the surgeon took her out to the toilet and he had to use a sling to help her but was very impressed with her movement and balance even though she was very groggy still. Unfortunately we cannot visit her as she seems to be having a bit of separation anxiety and he does not want to upset her, as he said today his main concern is making sure she is okay "not us" which is what I wanted to hear anyway that she is his main priority but Im busting to see her. Its so lonely in the house every morning at 530am she is waiting for me at the bottom of the stairs for a big hug and she howls and cries and carry's on. The ridge is lucky to lift his head when I come down I have to go over to him.. Ridgebacks gotta luv em... Edited November 13, 2013 by Dave73 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bindo Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Great to hear! The surgeons and staff at SASH are fantastic. Hope she continues to improve and is home soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Great news, Dave73. So you have a Ridgeback too! You and your wife are lucky ----- as are your dogs Dogs are truly amazing creatures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share Posted November 14, 2013 Update She is doing better than the surgeon had thought. Eating , going to the toilet etc. Wound is looking better everyday and she will be home Saturday morning. Yes we have a Ridgeback... They are a unique breed. He is my wife's dog as all he sees is her, couldn't care less if I'm around or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everythings Shiny Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 That's good news Dave73 - she sounds like a trooper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puglvr Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Great. To hear Dave73. My boy had a cancer removed from his leg on Monday. They have left the wound open to let it heal by itself so he is bandaged up and the bandage has rubbed his chest so now he is wearing a dog t shirt to protect that. Had his first bandage change today, he was such a good boy.. Me not so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 She sounds quite a girl, Dave73. Saturday will be exciting, scary, exciting, scary. Me not so good. Know what you mean :) Hope your boy continues to do well too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share Posted November 14, 2013 Update, She is totally walking without aid know, still a bit wobbly but the surgeon says within 2 weeks she will be as steady as she was with 4 legs. Wound is better again. And the great bit she comes home tomorrow at 930am. It has worked out perfectly I was offered a Voluntary redundancy at work yesterday which I knew was coming for months and was going to take it anyway but I will be able to be with Jazz to ensure that she recovers well. So she will have someone home everyday till February. And hopefully I end up working for myself again and she can come to work with me daily.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 That is such good news that she is doing so well. I hope her recovery goes smoothly at home too. I bet you can't wait for tomorrow morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 Wonderful news, Dave73. Hopefully all goes to plan ---- seeing the plan is such a great one for everyone. Well done Jazz - what a girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarope Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 So good to hear your girl is making great progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 16, 2013 Author Share Posted November 16, 2013 She is home. She's doing great. Has gone toilet and is eating and moving quite well. She has to be confined to a room/pen or crate for 10 days, we have decided in our rumpus room. All the mats rugs have been used so she wont slip over but she can only go from bed to outside on leash toilet then straight back in and on bed. Interesting 10 days ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 :D all sounding great . Now we need pictures of Jazz being slaved over nursed . ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave73 Posted November 18, 2013 Author Share Posted November 18, 2013 Update, She is better again today. She got up and was waiting for me this morning at the bottom of the stairs. I have included some photos... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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