Comments on: The Top Five Questions About Amputation And Coping with Bone Cancer http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/ Better to hop on three legs than to limp on four. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:31:27 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: admin http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32302 admin Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:39:04 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32302 We are not vets, but you will find plenty of support and advice from others in the <a href="http://tripawds.com/forums" rel="nofollow">discussion forums</a>. Please consult with your veterinarian immediately if you have any medical concerns. Best wishes to you and Boi. We are not vets, but you will find plenty of support and advice from others in the discussion forums. Please consult with your veterinarian immediately if you have any medical concerns. Best wishes to you and Boi.

]]> By: boismom http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32301 boismom Sun, 28 Feb 2010 09:41:51 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32301 my boi just had a rear leg amputationits been a month and he is not taking meds yet he cant stomach more than a couple bites of anything and his water intake has quadrupled to say the least. he is a pit his ribs measure 29in and his tummy has gotten down to 20 in can anyone tell me what might be going on? my boi just had a rear leg amputationits been a month and he is not taking meds yet he cant stomach more than a couple bites of anything and his water intake has quadrupled to say the least. he is a pit his ribs measure 29in and his tummy has gotten down to 20 in can anyone tell me what might be going on?

]]> By: admin http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32257 admin Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:50:28 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32257 Thanks for the comment Andrew! We're glad to hear Benni has recovered well. Please consider sharing his story in the <a href="http://tripawds.com/forums" rel="nofollow">discussion forums</a> or by starting a <a href="http://tripawds.com/about" rel="nofollow">Tripawds blog</a>! Thanks for the comment Andrew! We’re glad to hear Benni has recovered well. Please consider sharing his story in the discussion forums or by starting a Tripawds blog!

]]> By: andrew corfield http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32256 andrew corfield Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:45:44 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32256 I was worried for my dog having a amp too as he didn't seem to be in pain he was running and jumping the day before the operation. I was also worried as he is a big dog I wan't sure how he would cope. Anyway after talking to the vet I decided to go ahead benni had his left hind leg removed december 30 and the first week I thought I'd made a mistake as he seemed so depressed but now he is back to his old self full of life running jumping! And even managing the stairs sometimes his good leg will give way but it doesn't phase him. I know now having the amp was the best thing to do and everyday with benni is a bonus as without the amp he wouldn't be here now. I hope this helps. I was worried for my dog having a amp too as he didn’t seem to be in pain he was running and jumping the day before the operation. I was also worried as he is a big dog I wan’t sure how he would cope. Anyway after talking to the vet I decided to go ahead benni had his left hind leg removed december 30 and the first week I thought I’d made a mistake as he seemed so depressed but now he is back to his old self full of life running jumping! And even managing the stairs sometimes his good leg will give way but it doesn’t phase him. I know now having the amp was the best thing to do and everyday with benni is a bonus as without the amp he wouldn’t be here now. I hope this helps.

]]> By: jerry http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32253 jerry Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:20:55 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32253 We are so sorry to hear about Kona's tumor. It sounds like it's very large, and could be painful even though she's not showing any signs. Keep in mind that dogs are very stoic and will do everything they can to hide pain until it becomes unbearable. Many times once a dog has an amputation, they will show signs of relief and act much happier again. Despite the recuperation, the pain of recovering is much less than the pain of the tumor that was there. Has your vet indicated that amputation is imminent? If so, then our best advice to you is, consider what you would do if it was you who had the tumor? You may want to talk about this with others in our <a href="http://www.tripawds.com/forums" rel="nofollow">Discussion Forums</a>. Good luck to you and Kona. <em>Please understand that we are not vets and this is not to be taken as medical advice. </em> We are so sorry to hear about Kona’s tumor. It sounds like it’s very large, and could be painful even though she’s not showing any signs. Keep in mind that dogs are very stoic and will do everything they can to hide pain until it becomes unbearable. Many times once a dog has an amputation, they will show signs of relief and act much happier again. Despite the recuperation, the pain of recovering is much less than the pain of the tumor that was there. Has your vet indicated that amputation is imminent? If so, then our best advice to you is, consider what you would do if it was you who had the tumor?

You may want to talk about this with others in our Discussion Forums. Good luck to you and Kona.
Please understand that we are not vets and this is not to be taken as medical advice.

]]> By: ladyj71196 http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32252 ladyj71196 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:57:57 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32252 I need some advice. My dog, Kona, will be 9 in March. She has a melon size tumor on her left hip area. It is a spindle cell tumor. The vet wants to amputate. Part of my problem with it is she doesn't seem to be in pain, not yet at least. It is a little difficult for her to stand up and sit down but other then that, she seems fine. Do I wait for her to be in pain or amputate now? I need some advice.

My dog, Kona, will be 9 in March. She has a melon size tumor on her left hip area. It is a spindle cell tumor. The vet wants to amputate. Part of my problem with it is she doesn’t seem to be in pain, not yet at least. It is a little difficult for her to stand up and sit down but other then that, she seems fine.

Do I wait for her to be in pain or amputate now?

]]> By: jerry http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32237 jerry Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:01:33 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32237 Nat and Murph, we're so glad that Stella is OK. How scary! By the way, I was a Sheppie/Border Collie mix too! We are the smartest dogs EVER! Ok, so at six months old, she should bounce right back in no time. In a few weeks she will be able to go on longer walks and play more, but please do remember to take it easy. Even for a four legged dog, "explosive play" like hours at the dog park and jumping in and out of vehicles and such can lead to injuries later on. As pawrents it's up to you to monitor her activity carefully and make sure she doesn't overdo it. We just met with a great <a href="http://www.calanimalrehab.com/articles.htm" rel="nofollow">Canine Rehabilitation Team</a> in Los Angeles and they highly recommend carefully supervised play, especially for a Tripawd. Stay tuned to our <a href="http://tripawds.com/progress/" rel="nofollow">News Blog</a> because we'll have a series of videos from them soon. Meanwhile check out the <a href="http://tripawds.com/forums/" rel="nofollow">Discussion Forums</a> for more tips and insight from others who have been there. We have a special <a href="http://tripawds.com/forums/beyond-cancer/" rel="nofollow">Beyond Cancer</a> area for Tripawds like Stella. Good luck! We can't wait to hear more about your amazing girl. Keep in touch! Nat and Murph, we’re so glad that Stella is OK. How scary! By the way, I was a Sheppie/Border Collie mix too! We are the smartest dogs EVER! Ok, so at six months old, she should bounce right back in no time. In a few weeks she will be able to go on longer walks and play more, but please do remember to take it easy. Even for a four legged dog, “explosive play” like hours at the dog park and jumping in and out of vehicles and such can lead to injuries later on. As pawrents it’s up to you to monitor her activity carefully and make sure she doesn’t overdo it. We just met with a great Canine Rehabilitation Team in Los Angeles and they highly recommend carefully supervised play, especially for a Tripawd. Stay tuned to our News Blog because we’ll have a series of videos from them soon.

Meanwhile check out the Discussion Forums for more tips and insight from others who have been there. We have a special Beyond Cancer area for Tripawds like Stella.

Good luck! We can’t wait to hear more about your amazing girl. Keep in touch!

]]> By: Nat and Murph http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32236 Nat and Murph Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:14:15 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32236 Hello, Thanks to everyone for posting on this site. It has been very helpful to us. My 6 month old puppy, Stella, was hit by a car, and as a result, has had her left hind leg amputated. Stella had her surgery on January 27/10 and everything was successful. The whole situation was very devastating, however, i am absolutely sure, we have made the right decision to amputate. And after reading all this information and watching the videos, it has furthered us in our reassurance. Although she is not able to do much right now, and appears sad, I can see hope in a full, healthy, strong recovery. She is eating well, and is drinking plenty of water. She is able to walk a bit, however, gets tired very easily. Her walks are limited to the bathroom and back as directed by the vet, until he sutures are removed. I am just wondering about Stella's long term recovery and lifestyle. Stella is a Border Collie/ German Shepherd cross, and is very active. Prior to the accident, Stella spent 4 days a week at the dog park for a couple hours each time, playing with the other dogs. Stella enjoyed running up and down the stairs (chasing the cats) and jumping on the bed and couches to take a nap, or chew my blanket. In time, will Stella be able to do these things on her own? How much support will she need long term. Hello,

Thanks to everyone for posting on this site. It has been very helpful to us. My 6 month old puppy, Stella, was hit by a car, and as a result, has had her left hind leg amputated. Stella had her surgery on January 27/10 and everything was successful. The whole situation was very devastating, however, i am absolutely sure, we have made the right decision to amputate. And after reading all this information and watching the videos, it has furthered us in our reassurance. Although she is not able to do much right now, and appears sad, I can see hope in a full, healthy, strong recovery. She is eating well, and is drinking plenty of water. She is able to walk a bit, however, gets tired very easily. Her walks are limited to the bathroom and back as directed by the vet, until he sutures are removed.
I am just wondering about Stella’s long term recovery and lifestyle. Stella is a Border Collie/ German Shepherd cross, and is very active. Prior to the accident, Stella spent 4 days a week at the dog park for a couple hours each time, playing with the other dogs. Stella enjoyed running up and down the stairs (chasing the cats) and jumping on the bed and couches to take a nap, or chew my blanket.
In time, will Stella be able to do these things on her own? How much support will she need long term.

]]> By: andrew corfield http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32158 andrew corfield Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:22:32 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32158 thanks for your quick and helpfull reply it's just a confusing and scary time.as our vet hasn't mentioned chemo he did x ray benni's chest and scanned his abdomen and they all came back clear. i will register and join your discussion forums and let you all know how benni is getting on thank you. thanks for your quick and helpfull reply it’s just a confusing and scary time.as our vet hasn’t mentioned chemo he did x ray benni’s chest and scanned his abdomen and they all came back clear. i will register and join your discussion forums and let you all know how benni is getting on
thank you.

]]> By: jerry http://tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-32157 jerry Wed, 30 Dec 2009 19:07:58 +0000 http://www.tripawds.com/2008/11/17/the-top-10-questions-about-amputation-for-dogs/#comment-32157 Andrew, thanks for finding us, we send our many wishes for a successful operation and recovery. The length of time a dog lives with bone cancer and after amputation depends on so many factors, there is no predicting it. First, it depends on what kind of cancer Benni has; some are more aggressive than others, some will metastasize to the lungs and some won't. Amputation doesn't guarantee a longer life, it just guarantees that Benni will be out of pain from the tumor. Longevity depends on the dog's health before the diagnosis, and oftentimes what kind of cancer treatment is provided afterward. Some dogs who don't have chemo, only an amp, have lived for a few years. Others, just a few months. While doctors can provide statistics, all dogs are different. You can find much, much more help and anecdotes from others in our <a href="http://tripawds.com/forums/" rel="nofollow">Discussion Forums</a>. Please register and we'll see you there OK? Andrew, thanks for finding us, we send our many wishes for a successful operation and recovery. The length of time a dog lives with bone cancer and after amputation depends on so many factors, there is no predicting it. First, it depends on what kind of cancer Benni has; some are more aggressive than others, some will metastasize to the lungs and some won’t. Amputation doesn’t guarantee a longer life, it just guarantees that Benni will be out of pain from the tumor. Longevity depends on the dog’s health before the diagnosis, and oftentimes what kind of cancer treatment is provided afterward. Some dogs who don’t have chemo, only an amp, have lived for a few years. Others, just a few months. While doctors can provide statistics, all dogs are different. You can find much, much more help and anecdotes from others in our Discussion Forums. Please register and we’ll see you there OK?

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