Amber & Kitty Recovery

Right now, as I post, Woody is in recovery from surgery. Yesterday, we went to see the wonderous and trust-worthy Dr. Schaubhut who demonstrated that there was no question that the original diagnosis had been correct: he had a torn cruciate ligament. But, not in keeping with the advice of the ER vet, there was no chance of recovery without surgery. Kitty stifle ligaments can't heal themselves.

So, Dr. Schaubhut referred us to Dr. Pacchiana who saw him this morning, confirmed Schaubhut's information, and admitted him for surgery.

The boy has a long recovery ahead of him. He will likely come home tomorrow, and then for 8 weeks need to be crated, possibly with a neck cone. And, within a week, we will need to start kitty physical therapy on the leg. I imagine it will look something like this.