I can not believe how well buddy is doing! i picked him up,and was so scared,but he bounded out bombarding me with kisses and licks!  today he mainly slept,but did get up to go out a few times and did really well. Tonight he’s squeaking quite a bit, first dog i’ve ever had that squeaks, and although i’ve given him his pain meds he seems so alert and normal.i hope they are working. He is 7 years old, the vet said that for some reason with golden retrievers cancer usually shows up in the 7,8,and 9 years. I hope with this amputation the cancer will stay gone. it’s hard to look at sometimes and not feel like he’s upset about  getting this bum deal, but that’s probably just me. He is such a happy dog:) The vet’s office always comment on how happy buddy is even when he’s in pain. I agree, what a role model!

Tomorrow is thanksgiving, I am so grateful for Buddy and for everyone here on this website that have been so warm and welcoming. The forums are awesome too! I have gained so much support,hope and comfort here.. thanks:)

Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving:)

Buddy’s mom

My golden retriever buddy had his hind leg amputated this morning, and will stay overnight at the vets. I hope he is ok, and that the adjustment for him is smooth. I feel like a fish out of water here as to how to take care of him. I bought a harness, and hopefully it will come today.hopefully it will help me help him. he is such an awesome dog, so sweet and sensitive, i hate that he has to go through this, but am so gratefull that his life has been saved. cancer is a horrible thing, i hope it’s gone for good.
Is there anyone out there reading this that has any helpful advise for me? Were you all as scared as i seem to be? I need to be confident for buddy.
I wish i could be with him right now, telling him it’s going to be ok, i hope he is ok.

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