Hi Sharon & Yogi,

I am joining the party a bit late as I don't visit the tripawds site as often, but I saw your post & thought I would join in the chorus.  My Lulu, a Chihuahua mutt, about 8lbs at the time of surgery also had her front leg amputated.  Her recovery was amazing, is was a beautiful thing to watch and she seemed more bouncy & happy post surgery with her big, ugly leg gone (the mast cell cancer made the leg swell to at least four times it's size).  We are lucky to be able to carry are little ones around when needed and their light weight & proximity to the ground work in their favor after an amputation.  At this point I imagine Yogi no longer has stitches and learning life on three legs is good or even better than four.   As you discovered this is an amazing site, full of support and inspiration, and if you have any questions for me (as a small dog mom), please don't hesitate to ask.  

There also may be a new tripawd joining the fold here (not sure if she'll join up).  I little chihuahua now named Renny, just had his rear leg amputated due to a car accident.  He was a stray a friend of mine saw hit by a car (the people who hit him didn't even stop), she picked him up, and with great work through a rescue group found a home & raised money for the surgery.  The wanted to save the leg, but it was too damaged.  Renny's mom now may need your advice or maybe just add another little dog to the fold (it's amazing how they come in so many shapes & sizes).

Anyway, me & my little one are here for you and sending good thoughts to you & Yogi for a happy, healthy recovery.

All the best,

Stacy, Angel Lulu & Olive