My 14 year old dachshund is post op day 7 from cervical spine surgery. He has a very similar presentation to Hank, and I’m seeing some signs of progress (peeing and pooping, grooming, sitting sternal, pain seems more controlled), but he really has very little use of his right front and back leg. I saw that you encouraged a lot of movement with Hank in the second week and he made a quick recovery; however the paperwork from our vet says strict rest and only ambulation to eliminate. What is your take on this?
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Hello,
There is no real time frame for these cases. Everyone is different. Did you speak to the surgeon?
In my experience it can take up to 3-4 weeks to see improvement and many get worked within the first week. It’s a lot of at home care and basic health heal therapy and monitoring all of the basic needs (like bathroom and pain).
I have a lot of information on my YouTube channel and blog. Search Ivdd.
Very best of luck.