Hi Carla, Rudy and family. Welcome. We are SO sorry you got the bad news, but you're in good company. Many of us had the same sudden, shocking diagnosis and associated worries during recovery, so you are not alone.

It's not at all uncommon for a new Tripawd to have a post-op slow-down like that. Usually it's just the body and brain catching up to one another. Remember it's a ton of work to use your muscles in all new ways so Rudy is probably just exhausted. I'm sure your vet would have caught anything that was amiss, smart of you to take him in. We did the same thing when our Jerry developed a seroma ! No worries though, they are totally normal.

Right now Rudy should only be going on leashed potty walks, that's it. Until his stitches come out, rest is required for good healing. Try your best to keep him calm and mellow and soon enough he'll be stronger and able to handle more as each new day happens.

We're glad you are here. Please thank your oncologist for sending you our way. What's his/her name?

Also don't forget to post photos of Rudy, we'd love to see them! Here's a post that explains adding images to the forums.

Oh cool! We don't know Dr. Segaloff personally but yeah, give him our appreciation when you see him.

Let us know if you'd like any help with photos OK?