dog cancer amputation
06 Feb 2010
What is the average recovery time for a dog with leg amputation surgery?
My dog had to have his left foreleg amputated due to bone cancer. His surgery was last Thursday. He seems to be doing fine, just a little bleeding. I am wondering if anyone else has a similar story with their recovery time for their dog. My dog’s name is Rocky, 9 years old & he is a Black Lab/Pit mix.
Serious answers only please. Thanks!
Since today is Sunday we will be taking Rocky to be checked out for his bleeding tomorrow morning. Looks like a few stiches tore but the bleeding is very minimal. I am more concerned for a possible infection, but again…tomorrow morning is his follow up appointment.
Recovery time will vary from dog to dog. Some dogs are very stoic and will seem to be ok almost immediately after the surgery. Other dogs are weenies and will scream for weeks.
I assume you have had your dog back to the vet to check the bleeding? He should not be allowed to lick at the sutures or staples. It will take him time to adjust to having the leg amputated. But dogs can do just fine after amputation.
Moose The Wonder Dog
