It's 6:30 AM now and Webber has been crying since about 2 AM. Could this pain patch be the problem? Could he possibly know that there is something about to happen. Oh, my little one, if only I knew what to do.
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This blog is dedicated to the post-surgery recovery of a Weimaraner who underwent TPLO surgery on June 13th, 2007. After finding a few of these sites, I realized how much it has helped me to understand and desensitize this very scary surgery for the ones we love so much. I truly hope it helps anyone who is faced with the decision to perform surgery on their dear pet.
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My Favourite Links
- Bella's Recovery (TTA) Blog
- Camp Dogwood
- Cesar Milan - Dog Whisperer
- Grace and Maeby's Adventure
- Orthodogs Yahoo Group
- Rehabilitation Protocol for TPLO
- Slocum® Rehabilitation Regime
- TPLO and TTA - Very graphic Info
- TPLO For Cruciate Tears
- Webber on Dogster
- What is TPLO Surgery?
- What is TTA Surgery?
- Zeus's Recovery
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June
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- Week 2, Day 1 - Staple Removal
- Week 1, Day 6 - Getting into Routine
- TPLO Tips #4 - First Week
- Surgery Facts - Dollars & Cents
- Week 1, Day 2 - Patience and Love
- Post-Op, Day 6 - We turned the corner
- Post-Op, Day 5 - My heart soared
- Post-Op, Day 4 - A Milestone Achieved
- Post-Op, Day 3 - TRUST YOUR INSTINCT
- Post-Op, Day 2 - A LONG HARD DAY FOR ALL OF US
- TPLO Tip #3 - Swelling & Bruising
- Post-Op, Day 1 - WEBBER IS HOME!!
- Surgery Day - It's Done!
- TPLO Tip #2 - Fentanyl Pain Patch
- Fentanyl Pain Patch - 75 MG
- Day before Surgery
- D-Day minus 2 - Check out my fort!
- Ramps
- TPLO Tip #1 - Checklist in Preparation for Recovery
- Webber in his favourite spot looking like the litt...
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3 comments:
Sarah, our seven-year-old Alaskan Malamute had the surgery last Thursday. She, too, came home with a fentanyl patch. Although the Vet's instructions were to keep her on the patch for four days, Sarah began experiencing obvious anxiety and became quite physically active, pacing back and forth and back and forth. We couldn't quiet her down. Finally, I called the surgeon who said that the fentanyl was probably the culprit making her "crazy" and that it should be removed. We removed the patch and in about a day and half she settled down. I don't think the fentanyl is causing Webber to cry. I believe it's simply the immense pain caused from the surgery.
Sarah has, since her surgery, literally screamed every time she laid down or stood up. Once again, I called the surgeon yesterday and he put her on a sedative called Acepromazine. Today, she began standing and laying down without the scream.
Sarah is also on Deramaxx for pain and to control inflammation. Other than that, she has been on an antibiotic since surgery which we just finished today.
I know what you're going through and it is a horrible feeling not being able to give comfort to one so loved. But, finally today, I think things for Sarah are turning around.
Hang in there. And, I wouldn't hesitate to talk to your surgeon for any concerns you have. I've also spoken several times with Sarah's regular vet who has been very supportive.
Hang in there!
Sorry, just noticed you posted on Webber a year ago. Sincerely hope all came out well with the beautiful guy.
I realize this is an old post, but to people who are experiencing the whining and horrible anxiety, it might not be the Fentanyl patch. With us, it was Tramadol. The first night was absolutely horrible. The next day (after talking to our vet), we stopped the Tramadol (but left the Fentanyl patch on). Our dog was fine after that and we actually all slept the second night.
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