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Baloo’s Up and at ‘Em 12 Hours Post Op
Even though getting through surgery felt like getting past a big hurdle, I think the toughest few hours since Baloo’s diagnosis were waiting for news last night. We’d expected surgery to wrap in the early afternoon, so as we approached 7pm, we were past “on edge,” and hanging on by fingernails waiting for an update.
Luckily a call came in around 7:30pm that Baloo was out of surgery, and doing well. He’s a big boy, and things took time. We heard his incision closed beautifully, and that he’d additionally had lymph nodes removed to assist with determining the precise course of chemo to best attack the lingering cancer cells.
Thirty minutes later I had also heard from my veterinary resident friend, who was helping Baloo move to his bed. His current surgical rotation allowed him the opportunity to assist with suturing Baloo’s incision, and I think it was very cool he was one of the doctors in the room with him yesterday.
Around 11pm he was awesome enough to also pass on news that Baloo was resting comfortably – there are never enough updates with news like that!
Hopefully Baloo is all smiles too!!
By 9am today, just 12 1/2 hours later, we had a call from UCD staff letting us know that Baloo had been transferred back to his regular cage, his incision looks great, and he ate (naturally). The best news was that he was standing up unassisted in his cage first thing this morning, and even walked. He didn’t go far, because he got tired quickly, and he only had a little trouble due to a little sedation. UCD said they are pleased, and I can definitely say Baloo’s people are thrilled!
Knowing his spirit, I’d venture a guess that someone will be ready to be out checking out the fall leaves very soon!
Baloo and Maverick – November 2014
October 30, 2015 at 1:56 am
Glad to hear things are going well with Baloo. I wanted to let you know that we have a Nor Cal group of Tripawds and Angel Tripawds that get together a couple times a year in Mill Valley. Our next meet up is November 14th, which might be a bit early for Baloo, but keep an eye on the forums for our spring meet up.
I hope he continues to do well, can’t wait for him to get home.
Karen and the Spirit Pug Girls
October 30, 2015 at 2:16 am
Hi Karen! Thanks for reaching out to us! We’ll definitely keep an eye out for future meet ups. We’re up towards Chico, but it would be a fun trek down to meet other tripawd folks and pups in the future!
Best,
Erin and Baloo
October 30, 2015 at 4:04 pm
LOVING THESE UPDATE AND THESE PRECIOUS PICTURES!!! This is a real smile making blog today!! Loving these photos!!
It’s wonderful that you had an “insider” to watch over Baloo. I know that was reassuring.
Yep, he’ll be playing in the leaves in no time! He’ll really need to take it easy the first two weeks. He may have some ups and downs…recovery from major surgery is no picnic. I think Baloo will handle it all like a Champ though!
Sending love and hugs to all!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!