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Denali came home Friday evening. She’s been whining a bit more than I’d like (of course I’d like for 0 whining). She’s not getting around as well as she was on the day of surgery and she has quite a bit of bruising on her tummy. While she’s inside the house – I’m trying to let her figure things out, but helping her when she’s outside. It’s been a pain trying to keep the bugs away from her incision site too (can’t those darn bugs find somebody’s BBQ to crash?!).
We are dealing with this the best we can and I did see her up and walking like a normal tripawd instead of the little bunny hop that she’s been doing since she’s been home – so I know it’s just a matter of time before she’s back to hopping around like a pro.
I’m trying to stay upbeat and positive around her. Loki seems to know to get out of her way when she’s trying to move.
gayle’s hop did improve, but unless she has alot of speed up (squirrel chasing), she still uses that bunny hop. it’s rather charming, and will grow on you. glad denali is home, and paws crossed she has rapid recovery!!
Lots of Tripawds have a crash and burn effect a day or two after coming home. The first day they’re still high from the pain meds but as they start to wear off, many dogs won’t be as peppy for a while. See my answer in the Forum about her gait and stuff, but if it’s any reassurance her behavior sounds pretty normal.
She could be whining cause she’s in pain… or she’s totally zonked out on pain meds (pink elephants and all)… What is she taking and how much?
It’s still pretty soon after her surgery… she will gain her strenghth in a week or so… Post some pictures soon!!! 🙂
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