As you can see from Jerry's response, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!

We certainly  understand  all the emotions when first hearing "amputation ".   The fear, the uncertainty, the mental and physical exhaustion all while processing  all the  options....a hard time, that's  for sure!

Jerry has given you excellent links and supportive feedback.  You will find that as you go through these links and continue  your  research, you will start to settle in a vit and not feel quite so scared.  Plus, after talking with the professionals you will gain the clarity and reassurance  needed for a path forward.

Recovery does vary from dog to dog. Generally though, it's no picnic for the first week or two.  Dogs ate so resu, it's hard to remember  that this si MAJOE surgery and a dog needs to rake it very slowly at first.  Leashed potty breaks  and then  back in for more rest, rest, rest.

So e dogs need a few days to get their sea legs and some dogs are a vit more mobile right away.    The important  thing to rem is every dog recovers st theirmown pace and in their own way.  In a matter of weeks Lilly will be Lilly again and regain her sparkle.

You'll want nonslip scatter rugs for traction   if you have hardwoods.   Raised food bowls are helpful  too.  The former their ged the better.  Squishy  soft can ge ha4d to go from a laying position  to a standing  position. 

So stay connected,  get the answers you need, ask any questions  here that come up.  We are here by your side to help you navigate thru recovery.  And absolutely  Lilly will be romping around before you know it!

Hugs

Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!