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Day 6 post op PART 2

Posted on June 28, 2011 by mom2gracie

I had to leave Gracie for about 2 hours this evening. Put her in the pen w/ her cone on, & based on her lethargic behavior figured she’d sleep while I was gone. Wrong. When I first put the cone … Continue reading →

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Day 6 post op

Posted on June 28, 2011 by mom2gracie

the cone is so depressing. At first she freaked out & it actually made her move more – she’d chase after me, banging into things as she stumbled around, get as close to me as possible saying maybe something along … Continue reading →

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Day 5 post op

Posted on June 27, 2011 by mom2gracie

just returned from follow-up vet visit. As photos following will testify Gracie’s been licking too much. Most stitches are gone, the photo shows one potential problem area – puffy, swollen. Vet said it’s not awful now but he doesn’t want … Continue reading →

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Day 4 Post Op

Posted on June 26, 2011 by mom2gracie

last night was pretty rough. She was yelping, most likely because she didn’t want to be alone but possibly also from pain &/or discomfort. I moved onto the couch so she quit yelping but was licking all night long. I … Continue reading →

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day 3 PO

Posted on June 25, 2011 by mom2gracie

First off, a summary of yesterday’s stay at the vet. They didn’t restitch any areas, said there are enough stitches in other layers underneath she should be ok. Gave me warning there can be continued oozing & possibly more openings … Continue reading →

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from diagnosis to 2 days after surgery

Posted on June 24, 2011 by mom2gracie

In 2009 Gracie had a fatty tumor removed from her shoulder area. She was a Delta Therapy Dog & when on visits it was evident some people were concerned or ‘grossed out’ when they petted her & felt the lump … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on June 24, 2011 by mom2gracie

I was very fortunate to find this site when Gracie was first diagnosed. So much information & shared experiences – a lot to learn & a lot of help. Gracie’s pages will follow her recovery & I hope the information … Continue reading →

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