We Have Stitches
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Y'a know, anyone who has never had an oops needs a trophy or something. MOST of the time we mess up and we get lucky. If you just let your dog outside to play loose and unsupervised, willingly exposing her to the risk, then yeah you deserve finger wagging. I seriously doubt that was the case. So I won't tell you not to feel guilty cause we all know that's unavoidable, but really, never does the phrase "there but for the grace of G-d go I" apply.
I am sorry for the accident, sorry for the amputation, but like the others, I know many 3 legged dogs and some of them LARGE BREED ones. They adjust fine unless they have some injury/hip dysplasia etc in another leg. And you are right… no playing because of stitches. Once healed, play will resume. :) Bless owners who love and care for their pets. We had a neighbor years ago who had a kitten get its leg trapped in a fence and by the time they found it, needed to amputate. The woman came back home minus the kitten, said she couldn't stand to look at a 3 legged cat, had it put down. Try to temper the guilt with acknowledging all humans make mistakes and you are a good loving owner.
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Very unfortunate, but as others have said, it could have been worse. You were fortunate enough to keep her around. These guys are tough and know how to adapt. Us humans however, have a much tougher time, and you should consider that before feeling bad about your B. Accidents happen, it's part of life.
The important thing is to help your B get back to 100%. She might have lost a leg, but her personality is still there, and isn't that what matters most with this breed? They are clowns and will continue to be, 3 legs or 4 legs.
Be proud that your Basenji survived such an event. Not all dogs get that opportunity. Basenjis are a tough breed. :)
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Accidents are scary and unfortunate, but they are accidents so not need to take blame. I am happy for you and Ella…after all she is still with you and sounds like she is enjoying life no less.
Like everyone else here I have had the privilege of meeting dogs that have lost limbs and had other handicaps....They seem to mostly not even notice these "shortcomings". Dogs know how to live life to the fullest and how to make the best of it :D
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You have a very optimistic attitude toward it all, and sounds like Ella does too. Hope you heal quickly and smoothly!
I've known some awesome tripods and biped dogs. Still whole, happy dogs! -
Healing thoughts and as noted on other threads, accidents happen. Kudos to you for giving her a chance and I am sure she will do just fine
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I had not thought of the therapy angle. After we are fully adjusted, and our new norm established, we will see where this goes. Happy to hear your aunts' dog had a long, happy life-this bodes well for us. Thanks for your thoughts.
Yes well, you said she was a sweet girl, so if she has the temperament for it, therapy work can be very rewarding. And I'm sure you can imagine how delighted a child who is "disabled" would be to see a tripod basenji!
Christine Morgan has/had a tripod b/w basenji. (Car+icy road = 3 legged basenji) I don't know if she's still active in basenjis, but someone might have her email addy.
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I'm sorry to see this. Great job on helping Ella to heal. Dogs don't sit there depressed that they have lost something or have a disability, as long as they're not in pain they just go. I've seen tripods run with the packs at the beach no problem.
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So glad that the outcome is good for Ella. Basenjis are amazingly adaptable so I'm sure she is coping very well. Accidents are accidents and the result of this could have been much worse so be glad and not feel guilt in any way.
Love and hugs to Ella and you.
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BEAR rescue in OH had a three legged B almost 20 years ago. If I remember correctly it was his front leg. He used to run around like crazy in the backyard, make all the dogs chase him and then he would plop down. He also used to allow the dogs to drag him around in the house across the hardwood floor.
Jennifer
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Here's a video that shows the progression of a dog who had bone cancer and had a leg removed. It's amazing how quickly the dog bounces back and doesn't even seem to realize he's missing his leg (well, actually he looks like his leg pains him and he looks much happier with 3)
