Welcome to the family. After surgery you can expect a tough couple weeks, thats the norm. Not much sleep, for you or Bronson, a dog that might not act like itself, you might start to feel guilty about having it done, don't. Gus never stopped eating or drinking, which made recovery alot easier. Gus was already limping when he had his surgery, so adjusting wasn't much of a factor, plus he was extremely strong and could handle the change. He did have trouble with phantom pain , that lasted about 4 weeks, and if Bronson has trouble with it, hold on,the first few days of that will really try you, but Gabapentin was a good drug for that. He would have it maybe once or twice a day. You need to act, talk and do everything like before and maintain a level head, that makes a difference. If you start to show anxiety Bronson will pick up on that, staying calm will help him stay calm. this is a great place to be, I wouldn't have had my sanity if it wasn't for this site. Don't be afraid to ask questions, experience gives the best answers. Remember, you did this for a better quality of life for Bronson, lack of sleep and the stress that goes with this crap wil make you second guess yourself, don't. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Good luck, Gus and Dan