Caring for a Three Legged Dog or Cat

It’s really weird.  I haven’t seen any more drainage since I posted that earlier today.  I cleaned it only with water, so I think that was ok.   A new dilemma, sometimes she squats so low to urinate that the last incision hits the dirt.  (AZ - dirt and rock backyard).  I clean it with a soft towel and water as soon as we get back inside.  I think we also have some swelling in the flank.  It’s not a lot but is a concern.  She tolerates ice packs well.  Behavior is still really good.  I appreciate all the comments and insight from everyone.  Thank you 

Hip area, above the incision.  It is soft.   Vet said it is likely normal but she wants to see her at 5:30 today.   Bruising is getting better and she wants to keep going outside but she needs to rest.   Instead she is lying by the back door so she can look out the window.  Doing well on day 4. 

 Vet was very pleased with Milli and said she is adapting quite well.   Incision looks good too.   We are now thru day 5.  Tonight is the first night she gets to come upstairs, which means I get a break from sleeping on a dog bed or our uncomfortable couch.   Very comfortable for sitting, I might add, but sleeping, not so much.   The last stitch is looking a little red tonight.  It’s the one that hits the dirt sometimes when she urinates.   Will check it again first thing in the morning.  We do wash the area when she comes in. I may have to get some wipes (Chlorhexidrine?) I think she mentioned as a possibility yesterday.   She also said we could do a few short slow walks if Milli feels up to it.