Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat
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Ok now I get it: one link, one picture. Here's #2:
https://www.ama.....eDrL3064oY
And here's #3, on the way to the vet in my Jeep, so many wonderful smells to smell!
What a beautiful pup! You have come to a family of support like no other that I have seen. They will help point you in the right direction and give you endless suggestions on this journey. Fresh, frozen, and canned fruits and veggies are great for dogs. I had a lab that just loved carrot sticks as treats. Green beans, apples are also good and a lot of larger dogs love them. You can cut back on treats and foods by integrating them into his diet without making him feel neglected. Cats cannot lose weight quickly because of their metabolism. Dogs are more hearty than cats and although I wouldn't try to do too much too quickly, you can definitely start with healthy foods that will not compromise his strength or immune system. He is handsome, cannot wait to see pictures!
Hugs,
Jackie and Huckleberry 
Hugs,
Jackie, Bo, Andy, Oscar, Phoebe, and the coolest feral tripawd kitty Huckleberry 
Wonderful pics!
As far as the harness- you should discuss with your vet. Since a harness will cross the incision on a front amp some vets say not to use it right away. If his incision is wrapped it would probably be ok, or you can put a tee shirt on to protect the incision. Again- discuss with the surgeon.
Karen
Tri-pug Maggie survived a 4.5 year mast cell cancer battle only to be lost to oral melanoma.
1999 to 2010
I don't know if they will recommend or not but a million years ago we used to use this gadget to help post surgical pups that were admitted to help balance them so that they could go out to do their business.
http://www.ging.....rlead.com/
What we had did not allow for the collar, you just slipped it underneath and held it by the handles. Ask others here, and your vet, it was an often used item that was really handy to have.
That's a big boo boo 
He will be relieved to be rid of it. Wishing you good thoughts and peace.
Jackie and Huckleberry
Hugs,
Jackie, Bo, Andy, Oscar, Phoebe, and the coolest feral tripawd kitty Huckleberry
I think it is Angus's surgery today. Just want you to know we are thinking of you and sending all best wishes and lots of love, from one big-headed, short legger to another...
Angus is going to do GREAT, I just know it!
Meg, Clare and Elsie Pie xxx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, November 2023, adopted January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Elsie Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
Hi there, just checking in to see how you and Angus are doing. Am thinking of you. Please update when you get the chance.
All best wishes,
Meg, Clare and Elsie Pie xxx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, November 2023, adopted January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Elsie Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
Sending good thoughts your way, hoping you and Angus are well.
Jackie,David,and Huckleberry
Hugs,
Jackie, Bo, Andy, Oscar, Phoebe, and the coolest feral tripawd kitty Huckleberry
Hi Angus and family!
Stopping in to say hi and hope that surgery went well. We are all cheering for you! Btw Angus is so super cute! I totally see the Richard Gere influence. 🙂
Love, hugs, and puppy kisses,
Brittnie and Loki
🐾 Loki, Dog of Mischief 🐶
I loved life as a tripawd for over three years following right forelimb amputation due to an aggressive and recurrent hemangiopericytoma. I reclaimed my place among the gods and valkyries in Valhalla on November 11th, 2020. My parents miss me tremendously, but I know they'll keep me in their hearts forever... and don't worry, I've approved my mom's use of my Tripawds account.
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