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Originally Posted by Tracy and Pixie  Well, I went in to talk to the vet this afternoon and he said that Pixie was doing very good. YAYY. The cost of the surgery was sooo much cheaper than expected too... it was $1400! Very happy about that. They even did another x-ray before surgery and didnt charge me for that. I've got an awesome vet. They would not have anyone at the clinic overnight so I will be going to get Pixie at 7:30 tonight and bringing her back into the office first thing in the morning. I didnt feel comfortable enough leaving her overnight by herself and only having someone come in and check on her twice during the night. I did this same thing after she got spaide and everything went smoothly. Hopefully it is the same way tonight. Dont think that ill get much sleep but knowing that im with her is all worth it. The dr said that she has the Morphine patch on and will not need to take meds anymore. Is this the same for you who had your furbabies go through this? I've also made a call in to the physiotherapy office too. I'm going to take her in at least 2-3 times per week. What did you all do in regards to therapy? |
I am sure she will be fine with the morphine patch. I would watch her closely though, because sometimes they can get pretty woozy with those things. I had one that ended up hospitalized an extra day because he was so sedated.
As for physical therapy, my pupster who had both hips done at one time did not need it and recovered well. I am a firm believer in PT if needed....and would speak with the vet about whether it is indeed necessary. Of course, it certainly cannot hurt!
I had another pup that had a fairly messed up leg and had surgery. Here is a link to videos of him at therapy....
www.yorkiehavenrescue.com/teddy.html
Physical therapy for pups is amazing!