Hi Roxie & Family, welcome. Your future posts won't require approval so post away! We are sorry you're dealing with amputation but glad you found us, we'll try to help make the adjustment as easy as possible.

So what kind of pain management is she getting? Specifically what kind of medication, the dosages, and frequency? I ask because typically, if a dog is pretty woozy from the meds, they will have some mobility challenges. When they have extra weight on them it throws them off even more. You definitely don't want to eliminate pain meds this early in recovery, but there is a point where you and your vet can fine tune the dosages and frequency so that she gets around better. 

Also, do your floors have traction ? If not, it's important to add rubber-backed throw rugs to help her get around easier.

And a harness with a handle like the Ruffwear Webmaster or Flagline are super helpful to assist her in getting up. Although we don't recommend using them until stitches are out, if you need to use one, you can put a t-shirt on her first, under the harness, so that the straps don't bother her incision.

Also, you can try a DIY grocery bag sling to assist her too! Some dogs will tolerate it some will not but it's important to try so that she can get her sea legs.

Even though she has extra weight on her, now is a good time to help her drop the pounds! Most dogs have reduced appetites during recovery so work with your vet to come up with a plan to minimize her food intake and keep it that way as she moves out of recovery mode. Is she drinking and hydrated? Don't cut back liquid intake, you really want her to stay hydrated.

If you're still online I'm in the Tripawds Chat for a few minutes if you want to talk. Stay tuned for feedback from others and keep us posted on how she is doing.

WHHHHEEEEEEE for WEEEEEE!! That's so awesome, thanks for letting us know. I knew you guys could do this!

Slow and steady, you're all going to put recovery behind you in no time at all. Keep us posted and ask any questions you'd like.