First time dealing with an amputation !

[whitey45]

Thought I would reach out to my mud family! My favorite 16 pound cat( Quint) came in last night with a broken leg They had to amputate due to the damage.. just want to know some good results of 3 leg cats living a good normal life!! He is doing well, considering what he has been through!

 

[fjc-man]

He’s a cat and will adapt, that’s what they do.

 

[jfz80]

Hate to see that Brian. But he should do fine after a lil recovery and adjustment time. Have lived with 2 amputee kitties both before and after their accidents and they both did great. Got around and adapted amazingly well.

 

[ferg]

No cat experience, but dog was fine for 16+ years with only one rear leg. Tough enough to catch squirrels with only three legs too. Kitty will be just fine.

 

[HooDoo]

My son and his vet-tech girlfriend have fostered amputee (tripod) kittens. They have all done really well and adapted fast. Heck, your’s is probably doing much better since you posted Saturday

 

[whitey45]

He is actually! Its pretty amazing how resilient animals are. He is already walking around the house and doing quite well. I will miss seeing him streek through the yard at high speed in the prime of his life! But he is alive and well!

 

[ferg]

Don't worry, he'll get his speed back in a couple of weeks. Wait and see.

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Sorry to hear about it Brian.
He couldn't ask for better care and dad than you. Hope the lovely kitten will recover soon!
Best wishes
Demetrios