Is it normal to be so worried?

My poor boy is going in for surgery tomorrow and I'm so worried about him. Just hate the thought of him going under anaesthetic again. It scares me.

The thing is he had the same surgery last year (cruciate ligament) on his other leg so I know what to expect but and altho I was obviously worried I'm absolutely sick with worry this time. I just want it over with n my boy home again.

I'm so bad I keep getting upset as I couldn't bare anything to happen to him and I keep looking at him this eve knowing he doesn't know what's coming tomorrow n feeling so bad

Is anyone else this soppy about their fur babies?

Yes totally!

Try not to worry, he'll be fine  

Lis wrote:Is anyone else this soppy about their fur babies?

Yes. Absolutely. All of us.

Awww poor boy, at least you know what to expect this time around. Try to keep yourself cheerful (I know easier said than done) he will be picking up on your anxiety. Is the same surgeon doing the op this time ?

no you are 100% normal, its a feeling we all go through. when my boy had his furrry plums off last year i was pacing the house and my ex dragged me out on a walk with laska. i didnt calm down until the vet called me to say "please pick him up he's howling the place down" on which at getting him home he collapsed and slept for 8 hours straight. she herself has had her boy go through two cruciate ops in less than 8 months (youve been there you know what that involves) so no you are normal and my heart goes out to you and wish you and the dog the very best.

They're my children not my pets

Sure he will be fine , Tilly and Tommy sending big hugs   

Dave wrote:They're my children not my pets

 

so true mate agree with that 100%

Agree. I'd be a mess. It is very hard to do, but necessary. Big hugs from the trio of terror.

Ahhhh thank you so much for all your replies so far. No one understands staffy love like this lovely website. It means a lot

In our thoughts Xx

Do try not to worry Lisa - easier said than done I know. At least you know what to expect this time, and you know that Dizzy will benefit fro the op.

Big       to you both.

Nathan wrote:no you are 100% normal, its a feeling we all go through. when my boy had his furrry plums off last year i was pacing the house and my ex dragged me out on a walk with laska. i didnt calm down until the vet called me to say "please pick him up he's howling the place down" on which at getting him home he collapsed and slept for 8 hours straight.  she herself has had her boy go through two cruciate ops in less than 8 months (youve been there you know what that involves)  so no you are normal and my heart goes out to you and wish you and the dog the very best.

Thanks Nathan. Yes I will be pacing tomorrow too for sure after I drop him off (blubbering no doubt lol) until the vet calls. I'm leaving work early to pick him up n then have Weds off to look after him n give him lots of TLC as it is so sore swollen n raw the first few days.

Yes I know what's coming as literally it's a year to the day he had his first leg done. So it's 8 wks of cage rest lead walks in the garden for 'comfort' breaks n a slow build up of short walks til we get the all clear X-rays. He is sure gonna miss his beloved ball n daily fetching as its his fave thing

Thank you for your good wishes so much appreciated! X

Lynda wrote:Do try not to worry Lisa - easier said than done I know.  At least you know what to expect this time, and you know that Dizzy will benefit fro the op.

Big       to you both.

Thanks Lynda. That's what I keep telling myself. At least next year we will get the whole summer to enjoy n I won't have to be worried about another leg going as he will have had both done.

Just want tomorrow over.  

Nathan wrote:

Dave wrote:They're my children not my pets

 

so true mate agree with that 100%

Me too! He is my child not a pet  

Because they don't know what's coming, they don't worry about it.
Little sleep, wake up, what was that all about, back to business....

Of course, that doesn't stop us as owners worrying, but anaesthetic and operation procedure have taken huge positive steps forward in the last few years.

And on the bright side, the surgery is to improve the quality of his life, so it has benefit.

Easier said than done, but don't worry.

Keith wrote:Because they don't know what's coming, they don't worry about it.
Little sleep, wake up, what was that all about, back to business....

Of course, that doesn't stop us as owners worrying, but anaesthetic and operation procedure have taken huge positive steps forward in the last few years.

And on the bright side, the surgery is to improve the quality of his life, so it has benefit.

Easier said than done, but don't worry.

Very true!! I know we think too human for them but they certainly know how to play the "feel sorry for me" card don't they?

Yes I have to keep trying to focus on the positive as in the long term he isn't going to have anymore problems n he can chase his ball to his heart's content

Atta girl Lisa.

Tomorrow will soon be over, and then you can start paving the way towards a fitter Dizzy.

I won't pretend that the recuperation period won't be hard work, and you'll know that better than me. But you've done it before and you can do it again !

               

Lynda wrote:Atta girl Lisa.

Tomorrow will soon be over, and then you can start paving the way towards a fitter Dizzy.

I won't pretend that the recuperation period won't be hard work, and you'll know that better than me.  But you've done it before and you can do it again !

               

Awe thx again Lynda. Chatting on here this eve has really helped. I've been a blubbering wreck all day n will be a stressed blubbering wreck tomorrow no doubt lol!

Yes have to focus on the positive n the future for my darling Dizzy boy. So yep, here we go again

Thank you     

Aww big hugs for you both he'll be fine, try not to worry, keep us updated

ah Lisa, that's what this forum is all about - help and support as much as we individually and collectively can give. Blub away here as much as you feel the need to, we all have very absorbent shoulders!

Having said that, get some rest now Lisa so's you don't feel wrecked tomorrow.

Nite nite Lisa, nite nite Dizzy - tomorrow will soon pass and you'll both feel a lot, lot better!  

I am absolutely sure he will be fine I know when Otis has to go in for an operation I won't be happy until he is back with me, so it's normal to worry.

Lynda wrote:ah Lisa, that's what this forum is all about - help and support as much as we individually and collectively can give.  Blub away here as much as you feel the need to, we all have very absorbent shoulders!

Having said that, get some rest now Lisa so's you don't feel wrecked tomorrow.  

Nite nite Lisa, nite nite Dizzy - tomorrow will soon pass and you'll both feel a lot, lot better!   

Lynda you're a star!! Thank you and everyone who has posted this eve for all your support. It really does help loads.

Right I had better get some shut eye so I can get thru the day tomorrow to get my boy back ASAP!  

Night night everyone love me n Dizzy

Good night

Nite nite Lisa - get some good sleep, it'll be fine!

Keep in touch  

I worry so much about Gwen sometimes I drive myself crazy! It is totally normal:) 

CaraElizabeth wrote:I worry so much about Gwen sometimes I drive myself crazy!  It is totally normal:) 

Thanks Cara

Well he is now at the vets and I'm a complete mess. The vet must have thought I was a right muppet lol!!

I just feel so bad as he was shaking like a leaf n looking at me as if to say "please take me home mum I don'yt like it here"

Now just the painful wait until I hear from the vet to say its all over n he's ok. Have got everything crossed!!

The surgeon did say it was a little more difficult this time as the ligament hasn't actually ruptured like it did on his other leg (only a partial tear but in time would lead to a full rupture which is why he is having the surgery now which will also reduce the onset of arthritis in that leg too) n he didn't know whether to remove it or leave it in place along with the implant that supports the joint n acts like the ligament. He said Staffies legs are a bit more difficult coz their legs are so muscly compared to most other dogs. He said if it he leaves it intact it could lead to further discomfort in the future n possibly further less invasive surgery.

I really hope he doesn't. I don't think I can go thru this again  

Hey everyone

My boy is ok and has got thru the op just fine. Relieved is not the word, I am overjoyed!

The op went really well and there were no complications and he is currently recovering at my vets at present until I pick him up later today.

I can't wait to give him a massive cuddle later and lots of TLC   

Thank you once again to everyone who sent kinds words of support, it really helped and meant to so much

Love Lisa & Dizzy xxx

That is fantastic news! Thank you so much for the great update and I hope recovery goes well

Awww that's excellent to hear! Glad it went well, and hope he has a great recovery! Rocky sends lots of hugs xx

Always a relief when you get that all clear call.

Great news

Wonderful news Lisa, I was thinking of you and Dizzy today and sending good vibes ~~~~

Now to keep him quiet! Good luck, and do let us know how Dizzy progresses.

Fantastic news  

Glad it all went ok  Here's to a speedy recovery  

so glad the op went well,i worry about sasha more than my son at times  

Lynda wrote:Wonderful news Lisa, I was thinking of you and Dizzy today and sending good vibes ~~~~

Now to keep him quiet!  Good luck, and do let us know how Dizzy progresses.

Bless you Linda that's so kind  

I was so happy to see him altho he's hobbling on 3 legs at the mo poor boy n feeling very sorry for himself. He's still pretty subdued n I guess very sore n wondering what's happened

So onto day 1 of 56 tomorrow n lots of cuddles n TLC in the meantime. Which is what we are doing right now  

Thank you all once again for all your support and kindness. I'm so relieved its over n my fur baby is ok  

xxxxxxx

  so happy he's doing well

Lis wrote:Hey everyone

My boy is ok and has got thru the op just fine. Relieved is not the word, I am overjoyed!

The op went really well and there were no complications and he is currently recovering at my vets at present until I pick him up later today.

I can't wait to give him a massive cuddle later and lots of TLC   

Thank you once again to everyone who sent kinds words of support, it really helped and meant to so much

Love Lisa & Dizzy xxx

Bless you mate so made up for you!!! hopeyour having a good night together.
hopefully he will be the same as riley, after his second crutiate op he made great progress and is making a great recovery ten weeks on hes miles better than the first op. fingers crossed from me and the hounds, give him a big hug from us x

Nathan wrote:

Bless you mate so made up for you!!! hopeyour  having a good night together.
hopefully he will be the same as riley, after his second crutiate op he made great progress and is making a great recovery ten weeks on hes miles better than the first op. fingers crossed from me and the hounds, give him a big hug from us x

Awwww thanks Nathan I sure will give him an extra hug from you guys :)He had a good night and was fairly settled. I still think he's wondering what happened to his leg poor boy

He won't put the leg down as yet whereas with the first cruciate he was weight bearing on it from when I picked him up from the vets. I think coz last time the cruciate actually ruptured before the op so he was on pain relief for 3 wks before the op. Whereas this time the ligament was only partially torn so he was walking around just fine n only showed signs of discomfort after a long walk or run with his ball. Plus the vet removed the cruciate yest so I am guessing it feels extra painful like when his first ruptured.

Well we have a long way to go n this is just day one. He's pretty chilled today n lapping up all the love n cuddles. He's currently laying on my lap right now giving me the occasional look saying "poor me... Please give me more kisses n cuddles" bless him

Hugs to your hounds too n thanks for caring

Glad Dizzy came out of the surgery well Lisa. I do hope he makes a quick recovery.

Lots of love to Dizzy from Lola and Chloe  

Hey everyone, just a quick update since my post back at the end of July.

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to you all once again for all the support and advice you gave at the time when my boy had his cruciate ligament op. I am delighted to say we made it thru the 8 weeks, albeit with a minor set back, but thankfully all is ok and we are back enjoying some gentle walks again.  

Must say it is a huge relief not to have to walk around the house/garden with him on a lead constantly and he was delighted to lose the cage which he had to be in when we were all out (although in some ways I think he quite like his little den).

It will be another good month or two before we can fully lift all restrictions and he can have his beloved ball again, but we are well on the road to full recovery now

We will certainly look forward to next summer when (fingers crossed) there will be no 2 month surgery recovery periods which meant we missed most of the lovely summer walks this year and last!

YIPEEEE!!

Love me n Dizzy dawg xx

Glad to hear he is doing well. Sorry missed the thread first time round.
Hope all continues to go on ok. 

Great to hear Dizzy is doing so well and is on the mend! I'm sure the next summer will be fantastic to enjoy!
Thanks for the update

Thanks for the update, glad to hear all is going well :-)

Glad he is doing well. Sorry I missed this thread too, my husband was working away for a month, so I was missed for a month too from here I think??? Roll on next summer, and wont be long before hes back to his ball games.