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maxdog · 03-24-2015, 12:46 PM

We boiled a chicken breast and shredded it for her. We figured she would probably not feeling like eating her regular food so we thought the chicken would entice her and it did.

Lovetodream88 · 03-24-2015, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by dinkster

Dinky is home and has finally relaxed. I think we were crossing the mountain divide between Asheville and where we live when he realized there was not a veterinary surgical clinic in sight! For all he knew, we were taking him to another one for more surgery. It was such an intense experience for him.
The instructions are very clear and good. In a nutshell, strict limitations on l activity for 6-8 weeks and supervise him like crazy to avoid jumping. We go back in 2 weeks to have sutures removed.
He's still out of it, but he feels safe again and is so happy and relieved to be home. I know the feeling!

Glad he is home. The best thing to do is keep him in a play pen or crate to keep him from being to active.

joyce evans · 03-24-2015, 03:27 PM

So glad to hear that the surgery is over and your baby is home!

dinkster · 03-25-2015, 07:48 AM

We arranged some ottomans and baskets so he has a little area in the living room on the floor.
He surprised us and did not protest a bit about sleeping in crate last night. He usually sleeps on the bed, but we are thinking that it is going to be the crate from now on because of the safety issues he could face from jumping even after recovery.
He is doing potty very well. He just looks at us if he need something, and DH jump to his command! We have to bring the water to him and coax him, same with food.
So far, so good.

maxdog · 03-25-2015, 07:52 AM

We tried a playpen with Sasha before the crate but she wanted to jump in it. Putting a blanket over it helped. In the end the crate was the best choice for us.

dinkster · 03-31-2015, 04:13 PM

Well, one week down, and five more to go. At least for the most intense part.

In one way it is easier every day because he is getting used to the new inactive routine. In another way it is more difficult because he feels better every day!
Tonight I could tell he wanted to stroll around the lawn, sniffing whatever. Poor guy. His wishes are so simple, and he just can't have them right now.

dinkster · 04-25-2015, 10:33 AM

Update on Dinky.
Dh and I brought Dinky to surgeon yesterday, just about a week early for the 6 week check up because we need to get back to Michigan for a few months and we really need to go now.
I was so happy and relieved to hear the vet say that Dinky is doing great. In fact, he said the we can begin the rehab on Monday (that's the day we arrive in MI). He said take it slow and back off if Dinky has pain.
Thanks again for all of the good advice about finding a board certified surgeon.

ladyjane · 04-25-2015, 02:06 PM

Happy to hear that things are going well!! Thanks for the update!

maxdog · 04-25-2015, 05:36 PM

Great news! Before you know it Dinky will be running around full speed and pain free!

03-24-2015, 12:46 PM	#31
maxdog Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brownstown MI USA Posts: 18,650	We boiled a chicken breast and shredded it for her. We figured she would probably not feeling like eating her regular food so we thought the chicken would entice her and it did. __________________ Max & Sasha's daddy

03-24-2015, 03:27 PM	#33
joyce evans YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: houston Posts: 1,519	So glad to hear that the surgery is over and your baby is home! __________________ Hannah's Mom

03-25-2015, 07:52 AM	#35
maxdog Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brownstown MI USA Posts: 18,650	We tried a playpen with Sasha before the crate but she wanted to jump in it. Putting a blanket over it helped. In the end the crate was the best choice for us. __________________ Max & Sasha's daddy

04-25-2015, 02:06 PM	#38
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	Happy to hear that things are going well!! Thanks for the update! __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

04-25-2015, 05:36 PM	#39
maxdog Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brownstown MI USA Posts: 18,650	Great news! Before you know it Dinky will be running around full speed and pain free! __________________ Max & Sasha's daddy

03-25-2015, 07:48 AM	#34
dinkster YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Michigan Posts: 344	We arranged some ottomans and baskets so he has a little area in the living room on the floor. He surprised us and did not protest a bit about sleeping in crate last night. He usually sleeps on the bed, but we are thinking that it is going to be the crate from now on because of the safety issues he could face from jumping even after recovery. He is doing potty very well. He just looks at us if he need something, and DH jump to his command! We have to bring the water to him and coax him, same with food. So far, so good.

03-31-2015, 04:13 PM	#36
dinkster YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Michigan Posts: 344	Well, one week down, and five more to go. At least for the most intense part. In one way it is easier every day because he is getting used to the new inactive routine. In another way it is more difficult because he feels better every day! Tonight I could tell he wanted to stroll around the lawn, sniffing whatever. Poor guy. His wishes are so simple, and he just can't have them right now.

04-25-2015, 10:33 AM	#37
dinkster YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Michigan Posts: 344	Update on Dinky. Dh and I brought Dinky to surgeon yesterday, just about a week early for the 6 week check up because we need to get back to Michigan for a few months and we really need to go now. I was so happy and relieved to hear the vet say that Dinky is doing great. In fact, he said the we can begin the rehab on Monday (that's the day we arrive in MI). He said take it slow and back off if Dinky has pain. Thanks again for all of the good advice about finding a board certified surgeon.