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07-05-2014, 02:59 PM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Richmond VA
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| Carrier after surgery Gracie is scheduled for bilateral LP surgery next week, and I would like to have a carrier that would be comfortable for both us--not a purse, but a sling type. Does anyone know of one that would be comfortable for her (and me) as I have visions of carrying her around for a few weeks. Of course, it needs to be appropriate for an under-three-pounder who has two "hurt" legs. I am sure she will do well, but I know that orthopedic surgery is no fun and I worry about her hurting and us not knowing. |
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07-05-2014, 05:13 PM | #2 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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| How about a pet stroller? Mine wanted to be left alone and not touched or moved the first week after surgery.
__________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart! |
07-05-2014, 08:49 PM | #3 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NJ
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| I agree, a stroller sounds like it would be more comfortable, at least in the beginning. I'd be worried about her legs getting pushed around or her weight falling on them in a sling. If you want a sling later on the in the healing process the fundle and cuddle up slings are popular. Here's the cuddle up sling Dog Slings/Carriers*::*Yorkie Haven Rescue Boutique |
07-05-2014, 08:50 PM | #4 |
♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia
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| Although I have not been through this surgery with my pups, I agree with your recommendation, Taylor. I would be concerned about a soft sling being hard on the legs. Strollers are popular with dogs who have been through surgery.
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07-06-2014, 03:10 PM | #5 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Richmond VA
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| Thanks for the advice! It makes perfect sense--I had wondered about that myself, but just didn't know what to do. I will check them out today. |
07-14-2014, 10:25 PM | #6 |
Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD
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| Yes, I agree with above poster. Having gone thru lp surgery twice, you do not want to put pressure against the leg(s). The last surgery we used a stroller as suggested in a thread by another member, worked out great! I could wheel him with me wherever I went in the house and I didn't worry about him trying to stand on his hinds trying to get out of his pen. He could see me so he was a little more calmer than if he were in another room in his expen or crate. Best of luck with your little ones procedure. I have a soft cone called the Kiss-E collar for post op care if you need. You can check out my site or private message me.
__________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10 |
07-15-2014, 05:27 AM | #7 | |
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I have one of Bo's collars. They are wonderful, and I even used it on one of my Rainbow Bridge babies when I cut her nails. I need to order a larger one, since Katie is bigger than Ashley was. It's good to have on hand just in case you need it.
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07-15-2014, 05:58 AM | #8 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Richmond VA
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| Thanks! I did get the stroller, and at least it limits her movement, but she is a wild child! We are headed back to the surgeon because she has managed to pull out two of her stitches. May I say that I wish that this intelligence extended to potty training? In any event, she got around the first collar at while still at the vet. They gave us a huge one that she trips on, and she has gotten around that also. Thinking of changing her name to Houdini? So, the real question. Would she be able to get around the Kiss-e Collar, and how long would it take to get one if I order it? I should have done this before the surgery. (Sad eyes) |
07-15-2014, 11:41 AM | #9 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Richmond VA
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| We saw the surgeon, and they have rigged Gracie with a soft AND hard collar! She is totally perplexed. She can drink from her water bottle, so I think I am going to hand feed her for the next few days rather than trying to take it off and on. So sad, but I will treat it as a bonding time. Stitches come out in a week, but she will have to wear the collars a little longer to keep her from biting the incisions as they heal. Oh, the things a pet mom has to learn! |
07-15-2014, 04:55 PM | #10 | |
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If you should decide to go with one of my Kiss-E collars I usually will have orders out within a day or 2 of order placement. My collar is a soft collar that you can fold down for eating and drinking. It is adjustable so you can make the opening smaller or larger depending on the circumstance. Hope GracieJane continues to do well. :-). If you have any questions please do not hesitate to send me a private message.
__________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10 | |
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