Mel is home from the vet. He is pretty out of it from the meds but overall he has exceeded my expectations. He has some pretty bad bruising and a little fluid so I need to keep a close eye on his incision to make sure things don’t get worse or he may have to go back to the vet through the weekend. So far so good. I made him a special little bed right next to the couch. I walked into the kitchen and when i came back he had gotten up onto the couch and under the blankets all on his own. Pretty good for just about 24 hours post surgery i think. I am hoping for a speedy recovery although I am prepared for some set backs. In a few weeks i know he will be on his way to his old self 🙂 I am just so relieved to have him home and that he is doing well and seems comfortable.
Welcome home Mel! Glad to hear you’re doing so well. Keep up the good work!
Its good to get them home!!
As you know there could be some bumps ahead (bad choice of words for us!!!) so don’t get discouraged if Mel has down time over the next couple of weeks.
Keep an eye on him early too- he may be able to do more than he should while on the pain meds. Some dogs will naturally pace themselves, like my Maggie did, but some will push it an end up more sore than they need to be. You know Mel best, but he does need time to heal from this major surgery.
I will keep an eye on your progress.
Karen and the pug girls
Great News!!! Mell is such a cutie and doesn’t even look like he misses that leg one little bit (he looks interested in something going on off camera….some food perhaps?). Can’t wait to hear his updates 🙂
<3 Laura and Jackers
Thanks everyone!! Today has been all ups but I’m prepared for the downs thanks to you guys 🙂 This dog is amazing, and i know he will continue to surprise me!
Welcome home Mel!!! He is so adorable… I just want to squeeze and his him!!!! Heal quickly sweetie!!!! 🙂
Angel Jake’s Mom
I meant to say ‘kiss’ him… not ‘his’ him… 🙂