Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat
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My name is Buddy,I'm 6.5 yr old White German Shepherd.My Mom and Dad have had me since I was 8wks old.I have my Wife Karma and two of our babies Knox and Daisy that live with us.Mom and Dad love us all so much they would do anything for us.I've been diagnosed with Osteosarcoma on Sept 8th.I was amputated on Sept 20th.It's been alittle struggle but over all I'm doing ok so far.I go back to have my stitches removed on Oct 4th.We live in the country in Pennsylvania. I normally have the run of the property but now have to be leashed for a short time until I'm healed from surgery.My most favorit thing to do is chase and fetch sticks!I love playing ball (Buddy in the middle) with Mom and Dad.I love most everybody,I've never bit or nipped anyone Mom says I'm the best dog ever.Mom will post pictures when she figures that part out.
Love Buddy and Buddy's Mom Maureen
Aww hey Buddy! Welcome to the club nopawdy wants to join. We are so glad you found us though, and are really excited to learn all about your furmily. Sounds like you have a terrific life. And don't worry, you'll get back to ruling the property and doing all those fun things real soon. Just rest easy and it'll happen.
Mom if you want help adding images , let me know.
Basically you need to:
- upload a photo somewhere like your own Tripawds blog, or a public image hosting site like Imgur.com or Imgbb.com
- then copy the image URL (or just tap the image and copy it if you're on a mobile device)
- return here, and paste the image into your forum post.
Hope that makes sense. Let us know if you'd like help!
I am new to this site. My cat, Bella, had amputation surgery today and I am worried about her adapting to being a tripod. She is 12, almost 13, and never an active cat. She just likes to lay around and be loved. I love her so much and I want to help her get used to this new normal. What can I do? Thank you!
Welcome, Amy. Your future posts will not require approval.
Cats adapt very well to life on three legs! Your concerns are totally understandable. Your kitty is having g major surgery. The best things you can do right now are to keep on top of her pain meds and let her rest as much as possible for the first couple of weeks.
It would be great if you started your own thread/topic so we can follow your kitty's journey and keep track of her info in one place.
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