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    Feline Amputation

    Hello to all! Well, Toulousse had his staples removed yesterday and he is doing great. In case anyone reads this for info: I asked my vet some questions yesterday, one of which was "How often have you seen this bone cancer in cats and how well do they do? He said in 20 years of practice he has...
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    Is anyone familar with x-rays?

    By the way, I do agree with the ultrasound option!!!
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    Is anyone familar with x-rays?

    Hi. hope your kitty is recovering well from the surgery. In regards to abdominal x-rays, here's what I know: An x-ray shows all shades of gray. These shades represent different densities in the area. The more dense an area is... the lighter it will show up on an x-ray. For instance, bone shows...
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    Feline Amputation

    Hi to all. As I write this Toulousse is laying next to me on the floor, purring. He came home yesterday mid-day and has been my shadow most of the time since then!!! I have given him extra extra TLC and he seems to be doing well. Giving meds is always problematic, but this Mommy is determined...
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    Feline Amputation

    Hi all. My baby boy is coming home today. He had his rear leg amputated yesterday. The vet said he is doing fine and I should be able to pick him up today. He will come home with an e-collar so he doesn't mess with the staples on his incision. Any clues on this e-collar? I've never had an animal...
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    Feline Amputation

    Hi to everyone and thank-you for all your kind words & loving thoughts & vibes! Toulousse is resting comfortably and unknowingly awaiting his surgery. We will keep you posted! Lisa & Toulousse.
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    Feline Amputation

    Hi and thanks for your responses. I have been reading about how well cats adapt to their 3-legged-ness. Toulousse will go in to surgery this Monday the 28th. I am hopeful that this is an isolated cancer. His blood work was fine and we know his chest x-ray is also fine. Thank you for your kind...
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    Feline Amputation

    Hi, I found this site on yahoo. My 11 year old cat, Toulousse, broke his lower leg in June.It was a mystery how he broke it though. The vet put a cast on his leg and yesterday was his day to be x-rayed and I thought his cast would be removed. BAD NEWS!! Toulousse has bone cancer! They took a...
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