[ladyjane]

I have had more of these surgeries than I can count off hand. I would have to go back and look through records.

All of this is mind boggling to me. It started that way and is continuing to be that way. I strongly encourage you to see the surgeon before doing anything, including massage. I have to be honest, I have never massaged a leg on a pup after surgery. The only ones who went to PT were for other issues such as muscle contractures. They all got up and walked after the surgery so there was no reason for PT.....and some had both legs done.

I wish you and Max the best. He is a senior and I am quite sure he is very very stressed right now...he hardly knows you and is going through all of this. I don't know what rescue you got him from, but I sure wish they had taken care of his needs prior to adoption so that he could settle in his new home and simply be loved. Most specific breed rescues do not adopt pups out until their medical needs are taken care of. I don't mean to sound harsh as it is clear to me that you love him......it just seems so much for this poor little guy.