Hi Walt! Thanks for posting and applying to adopt this pup! We will keep our paws crossed that he fits in nicely with the pack.

You might want to check out our What to Know About Adopting a Tripawd Articles in the meantime.

 I guess the only question I have now is, what should I be looking for and forward to keep him on the progress he is making.

It's different for every dog, but in general, younger dogs will get their mojo back before older ones. He will of course try to do more than he should be doing, so as a Tripawd parent it's up to you to monitor his activity to make sure he doesn't overdo things. For example, rehab therapists tell us that Tripawds should take shorter, more frequent walks throughout the day. So for a new Tripawd, it's safe to start out with 5-10 minutes of a short leashed walks a few times a day, and build up from there. He will want to do more, like all dogs. But keep in mind that longer walks don't build strength, so that's where core strengthening exercises come in. Here's an article that explains:

https://gear.tr.....-strength/

Since recovery timeline is different for every dog, the best way to find out what is safe activity for a three legged dog like him, is to meet with a canine rehabilitation therapist. These experts can tell you what he is capable of now, and how you can help him build endurance and strength as time goes on. They will show you exercises you can do at home, and really educate you about his strengths and limitations. And because it's so helpful, the Tripawds Foundation will pay for your first rehab visit so you've got nothing to lose!

I hope you find this helpful. Our e-book, Loving Life On Three Legs , has lots of good tips too.

We hope the adoption works out. Keep us posted!