Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat

Duke is one handsome fella. 

I can remember reading about amputation - before Rocky was diagnosed with cancer - and thinking "how could anyone do that to their dog?" I think that's a natural first inclination. But it's wrong. As my vet told me, after the diagnosis, "you're not removing his leg, you're removing his pain." 

Again, it's natural to think of all the ways you're limiting your beloved pup. But dogs are amazing creatures. And you're going to find out, I promise, that you're really not limiting him at all. He'll have to do some things a little differently, like squatting to pee, but he's going to be able to do all the things on three that he could do on four. 

Recovery can be a little rough. And there will be some bumps in the road. But you'll be amazed at how well Duke does. 

Hi Frank,

I read Duke needs to drop a few pounds. Brownie was an overweight tripawd at 90 lbs when he had his surgery. I thought he looked great and said it was muscle. His vet said "oh no" he needs to loose. I put him on the diet "feed the dog,  Starve the cancer" and he is doing great at 75 lbs. He also gets around much better as a tripawd.