jerry said
We love AMC too! Every member who has worked with their team has had nothing but good things to say. Be sure to put a shout out to AMC in the Veterinary Specialists Referral Topic in our Forums so other can know what a great clinic they are. 

Done!  Shouted out Griffin's surgeon, too!  And I'll go back and update with information about his oncology and rehab appointments. 

Just had to post this photo of my handsome boy!

Today marks Griffin's 9th day post surgery.  He has been growing stronger each day, but today I found myself missing the 2 mile walks along the Hudson River that we used to take daily.  So this afternoon I loaded Griffin into the wagon and pulled him to the park to enjoy the beautiful sunshine.  He walked for quite a bit once we were there, but made no complaints when I gave him a lift back home!

We then had fun visiting (while the humans remained socially distant!) with neighbors in our hallway and Griffin decided that it was time to play fetch!  I only caught a snippet on video, but my heart is so full seeing him enjoying his favorite pastime again!

Still a bit windy today, but what a gorgeous view!

Running and playing fetch for the first time after surgery!

Thanks, Sally!  I have marveled at how well Griffin was recovering, but watching him play fetch today really did make my heart explode.  That is his real sparkle and to see him moving so quickly and easily was amazing!  I sent the video to his vet to "tell" on myself since I know that Griffin probably shouldn't be exerting himself this much so soon.  He wrote back that he normally would say no to playing fetch, but that Griffin is doing beautifully so to let him have fun.  I do hope that Griffin inspires others just like he inspires me each day!

I adore Dr. Spector!  He has been so compassionate and caring throughout this process, emailing every day since Griffin came home.  What surgeon does that?  And you are right - he loves the videos I send.  I hope Griffin is inspiring him, too!

Today is day 10 post-op for Griffin.  His whole life, Griffin's favorite things to do have been playing fetch and swimming.  For weeks before his surgery he was unable to play fetch because of the pain.  Today, Griffin played fetch pain-free and I don't think I have stopped smiling yet!  After his diagnosis, I remember thinking that Griffin's life would be diminished with amputation, that he would be unable to enjoy things the way he did when he had 4 limbs.  I was so wrong!  Watching Griffin today, it was so clear that he is simply living in the moment and adjusting to life on 3 limbs superbly.  I am so proud of my boy!