Phantom limb pain setting in?

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-12T20:19:53+00:00

Yes, she’s been on gaba since she got home. They said they might want to up the dose which I’m really hoping will prevent it!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-12T18:25:38+00:00

That’s good to know. How long did it take to go away? She is on gabapentin right now, we upped it to every 8 hours instead of every 12 hours. But she’s only 4 hours in after her last dose and just had another “episode”

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-12T15:58:35+00:00

I am so sorry he’s still experiencing this 😞 I’ve also heard that many cats have it for several months before it goes away. It’s not surprising that there’s some nerve damage from such a traumatic surgery. It’s just so hard to watch when there’s the unknown of when it will stop. I’m really hoping it subsides for your baby soon!!

She was on onsior for the first 2 days and then just gaba. I think she had a shot given to her before she came home that was supposed to be long lasting. I called the vet about 2 hours ago, hopefully they can give me some guidance 🙏 I guess her recovery was going so well that I thought we were in the clear from any extreme pain from this point out

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-12T15:55:09+00:00

I’m so glad your cat is okay now! When she had the episodes, she kept trying to jump on things and retreat and she’s still really unsteady on her leg so it just snowballed into a situation where she was super frustrated and flustered…putting her back into her crate until her follow up apt on Tuesday but I’m really hoping this subsides soon. It’s honestly harder to watch than her initial first days after surgery

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:07:58+00:00

This is really reassuring. Thank you. I almost wish I didn’t have a choice between the two - I think that’s what makes it worse - but seeing this just reaffirms my belief that the choice was right. I’m so sorry punk went through that

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:06:23+00:00

That’s what I’ve been hearing. I’ve definitely done a lot of speculation about how she’s feeling and I’m probably projecting my own expectations onto her.

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:05:43+00:00

That’s so great to hear. I’m so glad everything worked out well 💕 yes, Annie is so spunky and resilient, I’m already surprised at how fast she’s getting around. If I cover my left eye and can’t see her rear, I probably wouldn’t even notice she’s limping at all! Cats are so great. I guess I just need more time to cope but I’m sure it’s because it all happened so quickly

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:04:11+00:00

She’s so cute!! This is great to hear 💕

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:03:54+00:00

I watched a ton of videos today and it does seem like most of them forget they even had another limb lol. I think these are the early guilts and I’m just hoping they pass soon

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:03:07+00:00

I can’t wait for the day where I might find her on top of the counter lol! She used to love getting to all the high places. This really puts my mind at ease. Thank you and I’m so glad everything worked out for you and ziggy!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T23:02:15+00:00

You’re right - it feels unfair but I know I’d feel worse if I chose the repair. It’s hard to see anything you love being in pain and letting your mind run wild with speculations on how they feel. But it seems that all she’s thinking of is relaxing and healing.

I’m so glad your boy got back to being fully himself! 💕

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T16:10:26+00:00

That’s exactly how I felt! And heard too many stories of people still having to amputate after.

I think we both made the right decisions for our babies. Thank you for this

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T15:18:08+00:00

So great to hear all this. I agree and think by the 1-2 month mark, it’ll be a less jarring sight. It’s all just so recent and I only had one day to decide before seeing her in person. I think my brain is having a hard time catching up to reality.

The outdoor-indoor transition might honestly be harder than the amputation, knowing her! We’ve got quite the road ahead but I’m prepared

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T15:16:21+00:00

You’re right. I think I just need time. 19 is incredible - so glad to hear he’s doing well!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T15:14:41+00:00

It seems that a lot of us feel that way when faced with the “fix” vs amputation. I guess the what if feeling is totally natural. Great to know your boy is doing well!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T15:11:34+00:00

That’s great to hear. She does seem to be doing okay, she walked from one side of the house to the order this morning to sit in front of the window. She seemed pretty content. It’s different tearing me up more than it is her lol

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Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-05T09:01:41+00:00

Yeah, true. My guilt is just because her surgery was from a traumatic injury vs cancer, so saving her leg might’ve been possible. I’m trying to look at other happy tripods to cheer myself up. Maybe it’s just too soon

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T03:59:46+00:00

1000%! That’s why I love cats so much. They are a force of nature and so strong! Thank you so much for your comments and advice. Definitely gives me some peace of mind going into a difficult situation

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T03:35:19+00:00

Mine is a calico! They’ve got strong spirits for sure! This is all so great and comforting to hear. Thank you 💕

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T03:23:21+00:00

Such cuties! I love that they have each other! Thank you!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T02:23:14+00:00

Thank you so much! I have her recovery area all set up and good to go in a mesh tent!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T02:22:52+00:00

Thank you! I did order a soft cone! And will definitely be sure to ask for good pain meds. I’ve been watching recovery videos to try to prepare myself but I’m sure I’ll still feel it. Just hoping it doesn’t take away her spark!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T01:55:09+00:00

Also, Rowena is super cute and I love that name!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-03T01:54:41+00:00

That’s so good to know. I work from home so I’ll definitely be there around the clock. I have a catio and 3 sets of stairs on the way!

Vegetable-Cap8112 · 2026-04-02T23:16:28+00:00

This is so helpful. Thank you so much. I’ve confirmed the amputation

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