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A common thing I have noticed is people often wonder if they made the right decision for an amputation. I don't think I have read anyone regretting it but thought it would be interesting to see if anyone has. Anyone?
I will be the first to say "no regrets".
Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.
4:17 pm
28 November 2008
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Absolutely none. Dr F reminded me while we were waiting at the TV station last week that Trouble wouldn't be here now without it.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
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24 December 2008
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Absolutely not. Our life after ampuation was short with Wrigley- only 3 months, but as I have said before it was the best 3 months of her life.
Seanne and Angel Wrigley
6:25 pm
I am so happy to have done it!
Before, I was very unsure if it was the right option for us, I was worried about whether or not McGwire would get around OK and if he could handle it. McGwire is tall, I mean, really tall, and I didn't know if his remaining leg would handle the weight and additional stress. Long story short, he has far exceeded our expectations! Whether we get another 2 weeks or 2 years, he's no longer in pain like he was before.
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25 September 2009
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Great topic for discussion! Absolutely no regrets here.
On very rare ocassions we have heard from members whose pups had extreme difficulty or didn't make it through the surgery or very long thereafter due to complications. Perhaps they may have regrets, but I remember the first time we heard such a story and even they did not regret their decision.
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