Hello Titan!  Just wondering how your recovery is coming along?!  I am 3 weeks post amp and I am feeling wonderful!  Don't worry, once the meds wear off and you get your appetite back...things will get a little easier.  My pawrents took an entire week off to stay home and pamper me.  They tried to anticipate my every need and made my recovery very pleasant and speedy.  If you haven't already gotten a harness, I hear that they work great for larger dogs that need a little extra support getting around.  A towel under the belly does the same thing, just make sure you walk on the side missing the leg.  Patience and love conquer all.  Well wishes to you and your family!  Have a happy and healthy day!

Oh, and howdy to Jane and Charlie!  It's so nice to have a support group of people who love their tripawds and understand the emotional rollercoaster that comes along with loving a tripawd.  Keep your chin up and remember that every day with Charlie is a blessing! 

Hugs and ear sniffs,

Sherri & Spanky   

Titan is doing so much better today. We had a rough night (mom got about an hour sleep total) but we are on track for recovery. He was so determined today to get around I had to keep reminding him to rest. He got outside and went down 3 stairs to pee then came back in. He has also been sitting up and adjusting himself on his bed. He has been wagging his tail and giving us kisses.

A few for suggestions for people preparing to bring their tripawd home

1. For big dogs the crib mattress idea is working great for Titan.

2. The vet wanted Titan to wear an ecollar. Titan has freaked out with this on (we tried when he got neutered) instead I put a tshirt on him. I wore it to bed a couple of times so it would have his scent on it. I caught his back leg trying to scratch his incision today but the tshirt offered protection. So not only does it hide the big incision from you seeing it but I think it will discourage him from trying to get at it.

3. With the water issue a couple of things to try I put some water in my hands for him to drink. If that does work I have been crushing some ice cubes and giving it to him piece by piece. Putting the bowl in front of him or under his mouth definately didn't work. So I think we are on track and I couldn't be happier.

Heidi Titan's mom

p.s. Titan's dad is 6'2" and 250 pounds he cried when he Titan got down the stairs and peed.

Titan said:

Titan is doing so much better today. We had a rough night (mom got about an hour sleep total) but we are on track for recovery. He was so determined today to get around I had to keep reminding him to rest. He got outside and went down 3 stairs to pee then came back in. He has also been sitting up and adjusting himself on his bed. He has been wagging his tail and giving us kisses.

A few for suggestions for people preparing to bring their tripawd home

1. For big dogs the crib mattress idea is working great for Titan.

2. The vet wanted Titan to wear an ecollar. Titan has freaked out with this on (we tried when he got neutered) instead I put a tshirt on him. I wore it to bed a couple of times so it would have his scent on it. I caught his back leg trying to scratch his incision today but the tshirt offered protection. So not only does it hide the big incision from you seeing it but I think it will discourage him from trying to get at it.

3. With the water issue a couple of things to try I put some water in my hands for him to drink. If that does work I have been crushing some ice cubes and giving it to him piece by piece. Putting the bowl in front of him or under his mouth definately didn’t work. So I think we are on track and I couldn’t be happier.

Heidi Titan’s mom

p.s. Titan’s dad is 6′2" and 250 pounds he cried when he Titan got down the stairs and peed.

Each day gets a little better. Sandy is one week post-op. We have had a few rough nights so I can empathize with you. Sandy has been wearing a tshirt for several weeks, even before the leg amputation since her tumor had burst through the skin. She actually seems to like it. I think she feels more secure, like swaddling a baby. Now that her leg is gone and the shirt is looser she has been getting her leg caught...just something to watch for.

I also noticed a big improvement now that she is through with the pain meds. She actually came looking for food and we haven't been able to get her to eat for a week.

Sandy seems to be recovering a little faster than my husband and I. We all just need to realize our dogs are amazing.

Good luck Titan.

I do have a website through my real estate business. Do you think I could add some of these links and yours to help other pet owners be aware and get support. I have so many clients who are supporting Titan and I. I would love to help as much as I can.

Heidi and Titan