dumainedogs
New member
I've been away from Newfnet for quite a long time, but I return with some rotten news.
Obie has been diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his right rear leg. After the initial shock, and a lot of research and consultation with vet/oncologist & surgeon, I've made an appointment to have the leg amputated next week.
To all of us, it seems the best option for quality & quantity of life.
The surgery will take away the source of his pain and the source of his cancer. His lungs are clear, but most dogs have micrometastisis so I know we're not out of the woods.
My question, does anyone have knowledge or experience of amputation in a newf. I've found a very good online community with lots of giant dogs who have been through this with remarkably good outcomes. Just wanted to check in with my ORIGINAL newf family here.
Obie has been diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his right rear leg. After the initial shock, and a lot of research and consultation with vet/oncologist & surgeon, I've made an appointment to have the leg amputated next week.
To all of us, it seems the best option for quality & quantity of life.
The surgery will take away the source of his pain and the source of his cancer. His lungs are clear, but most dogs have micrometastisis so I know we're not out of the woods.
My question, does anyone have knowledge or experience of amputation in a newf. I've found a very good online community with lots of giant dogs who have been through this with remarkably good outcomes. Just wanted to check in with my ORIGINAL newf family here.