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mnicole said
I'm worried that we are going to have trouble keeping him calm enough to let his incision heal!
Don't worry. 
Confinement is key to safe recovery and there are plenty of ways to keep cooped up dogs entertained.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Glad to hear Clifford came through the surgery well. How lucky that you work at a vet's office.
We didn't end up confining Abby - we had intended to confine her in our living room, but she would stand at the gate and act like she needed to go out. (We always fell for it.) But all she wanted to do was go out and lay in the yard. She wanted to be alone, and seemed very depressed, but she was fine by the time the pain meds were done and the staples were out.
We're here if you have questions during the recovery. (Speaking of which... I've never heard of that supplement you mentioned.)
Jackie, Angel Abby's mom
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
mnicole said
I forgot to ask if anyone here has heard of or even used a supplement called Protandim? It's relatively new to our area and I'm just wondering if anyone has advice or feedback on it. Or any other supplements for that matter, I know there are a lot of options and I just want to do what is best for my big guy!
Yay! I'm so glad to hear he's home. What a lucky boy to have you as a pawrent. Are you a vet tech?
It is definitely harder to keep a younger Tripawd confined, they are bundles of energy! But if you can squeeze in some time to play gently and keep his mind busy (see the link in Admin's post), you'll wear him out a little more.
About Protandim. Never heard of it but I did come across these links:
http://skeptvet.....-medicine/
http://www.scie.....elytizers/
http://www.lazy.....ndim-scam/
Our Nutrition Blog has lots of info about supplements. What exactly are you looking for? Why do you think he needs them?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
We had a long night last night so we ended up sleeping most of the day today! Cliff is doing really well today and is really enjoying the fact that he's getting chicken and rice since he doesn't want to eat his usual food. He's drinking plenty of water and is resting comfortably.
jerry said
Yay! I'm so glad to hear he's home. What a lucky boy to have you as a pawrent. Are you a vet tech?
It is definitely harder to keep a younger Tripawd confined, they are bundles of energy! But if you can squeeze in some time to play gently and keep his mind busy (see the link in Admin's post), you'll wear him out a little more.
About Protandim. Never heard of it but I did come across these links:
http://skeptvet.....-medicine/
http://www.scie.....elytizers/
http://www.lazy.....ndim-scam/
Our Nutrition Blog has lots of info about supplements. What exactly are you looking for? Why do you think he needs them?
I started out as a tech at our clinic after deciding to take a break from the human side of medicine. ( I was an EMT and planned on being a human nurse) I've been at my current job for several years and now I help in managing the practice and the staff in addition to technician work when needed. I like to stay busy
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