Is Your New Tripawd Cat Not Pooping After Surgery?
Constipation is a normal amputation surgery side-effect in cats and dogs. Here’s how to know if you Tripawd isn’t pooping for other reasons.
Recovery
Jerry’s first posts from his osteosarcoma diagnosis and amputation surgery recovery in late 2006, and discussion about caring for new canine amputees.
What to Expect: Is My Cat or Dog’s Amputation Bruise Normal?
One of the most worrisome things about a new Tripawd’s recovery is constantly wondering: is my cat or dog’s amputation bruise normal or not? Today let’s look at some before and after photos of bruising. Hopefully these will put your mind at ease. The Cause of a Cat or Dog’s Amputation Bruise First you should know that bruising is normal. … Read more.
What to Expect: Two Weeks After Amputation Surgery for Dogs or Cats
Wondering what you can expect two weeks after amputation surgery for your dog or cat? Here are 10 common recovery situations pets experience.
Banksy’s Tactical Tripawd Healing Strategy
Curious about how a dog heals after amputation surgery? Banksy’s Tripawd healing story shows how he recovered, in a guest post by mom Mary.
How One Vet Tech is Making Tripawd Dogs’ Amputation Recovery Easier, Comfier
How one vet tech is helping dogs’ amputation surgery recovery by making it easier to use a sling and recovery shirt.
When Can New Tripawd Cats Mix with Other Family Felines?
When can new Tripawd cats live with other family felines? Learn how to introduce new amputee dogs and cats to other pets in the home.
Updated Three Legged Cat Book Offers Hope and Help for Cat Amputation
New second edition of first Tripawds three legged cat book is now available as premium interactive e-book, for Kindle readers, or paperback.
Best Cat and Dog Amputation Pain Medications in 2022
We’re kicking off Animal Pain Awareness Month with the top cat and dog amputation pain medications for 2022, according to a top vet surgeon.
Cat and Dog Amputation Questions (and Answers!)
If you have cat or dog amputation questions pre-surgery, these answers from Tripawds can put your mind at ease before surgery day.
What to Expect: Bringing Pets Home Same Day of Amputation Surgery
Bringing pets home same day of amputation surgery isn’t ideal, but it’s not impossible if you have to nurse your new Tripawd from day one.