I just wanted to rejoice here and hopefully shed hope to tripawd pawrents-to-be! When we made the decision to proceed with amputation for our boy, it was just so scary not knowing what was ahead. We are now 18 days post amp and we couldn't be more pleased! We are so blessed with a very smooth recovery for Barlkey, no crying, no infections, no oozing, no anything except restlessness. Barkley is now only on 2 pain meds for his pre-existing hip displaysia and nerve issues in his spine but after this amputation, he does not pant from pain at night any longer!! His spirit is so high and his sparkle shines more and more every single day. His doc rated him about a 5 on a scale on 1-10 for good candidacy for amputation, and now she says he has so much will and drive she is so pleased with his recovery and thinks he will recover very well, much better than a 5! 😀 He starts physical therapy/rehabilitation next week. They will recommend an appropriate diet, accupuntcure, massage, possibly hydrotherapy if they think it is needed (and if I can afford it......that's a different story!) core strengthening and stretching and show me things to do at home for him. We can't wait!!

It's such a scary time going into such a major surgery for your babies, but just roll with it and be in the moment, because that is all you really have. You will bond with your baby in a brand new way with this whole experience. I wish many more success stories to everyone here! Thank you for letting me vent my happiness. It is the BEST decision we could have made for Barkley! A couple of times I actually forgot he had one less leg, if you can believe that, just because his zest for life is so shiny and amazing!