My miniature schnautzer, has a growth on his toe, which has been diagnosed as cancer, He will definately have his toe removed, but the vet is now considering having the whole leg amputated. Will he recover and be able to continue a near normal life with 3 legs? He is 8 years old, and it will be his front leg that will be removed

Hi, Jane,
How was the diagnosis made? Did the VS do a biopsy?
In black skinned dogs tumours on the foot may well be melanomas, which can be quite malignant. If that is the case, high amputation is the recommended option. Dogs, especially smaller breeds, get about very well on three legs.
Walter

Hi, Walter
Thanks for getting back to me. The vet did do a biopsy on the tumour, and we are prepared for surgery of some sort. It was just a shock to hear he may have to lose his whole leg. My main concern is his recovery, and whether he will be able to get around to a simular degree that he does now. After receiving your reply, I feel a little more confident that he will. Many thanks for your time

Jane