Update on Jolly's (cat) leg amputation.

[Reciprocity]

I just wanted to let you all know that she went through surgery with flying colors and is almost back to normal. We had a biopsy done and are waiting for that to come back, so please keep up the positive thoughts and prayers.

She had the surgery on Friday. We picked her up at noon on Saturday. They removed her entire leg up to where it attaches to the torso. I was surprised when I asked about pain management, that the vet said she received a pain shot, that last for three days. She was breathing at a fast rate on Saturday so I assumed that she was in some pain. Her appetite is very good and today she was hopping around on the bed and snuggling, breathing back to normal.

We have her in a small dog pet taxi, which we put between us in our king size bed. We both decided this would be a great weekend to read in bed, so we can keep a close eye on her. I am using old towels as a bedding and replacing with clean when needed.

She is on a antibiotic for seven days and we get the stitches out in ten. I thought all things considered that the total cost was reasonable at around $550.00 and this includes the biopsy which they had to send off.

Once again thanks for all the support and good wishes.


Help, amputation or chemo (cat)?
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[brook]

1. Glad to hear...

that Jolly is doing well. What an ordeal for you both! Best wishes for continuing the recovery and a favorable pathology report.

[LeftyMom]

2. I hope she's allright soon.

When she's up to it, give her a couple of treats for me, okay? :hug:

[Arugula Latte]

3. Aw. Glad Jolly is on the mend.

Sweet kitty.

[barb162]

4. let's hope your little girl recovers quickly

poor baby

When do the biopsy results come in. Please let us know.

[Alleycat]

5. Thanks for the update

Please let us know the results. I'm still in positive thought mode.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

6. Glad to hear it!

I hope all continues to go well for all of you! :hug:

[ThomCat]

7. Good news!

I was hoping you would tell us how she's doing. Please keep us up to date.

[applegrove]

8. Wise decision. She'll forget she's missing a leg in a few weeks and

be fine!!

[auntAgonist]

9. that is good news indeed.

Hopefully the biopsy will come back negative and she won't need anymore treatment.

:hug: for you and yours.

aA