Phoenix is a 9-month-old red fawn male who suffered a severe femur break on his right rear leg during the first week of November. Phoenix was facing a possible amputation because of financial considerations, when GPA-NW was asked to assist by the vet tech that had taken him under her wing.

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GPA-NW arranged for Phoenix's care, which included surgery to plate the break.

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Phoenix was up and around in a couple of days, but required extensive post-surgical care. Phoenix will be cared for during his recovery months by the vet tech that asked us to help.

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The orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Petra Ost of Mt. Hood Vetrinary Specialists in Gresham, expects Phoenix to make a full recovery.

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Two dys after his surgery, Phoenix was doing well in his recovery. He had one rough day but has started taking short walks with a sling to help support his weight. Within a week, the edema in his leg was much better and it looked like a normal leg again.

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He has quite a scar fromt he surgery since it took a very long plate to make the necessary repair.

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Phoenix went home with his foster family to recuperate and learn about being a pet. He will convalesce for about 2 months until his leg has completely healed and then he will be ready to find his home-for-life.

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The surgeon explained his condition and necessary care and handed off his medical records before Phoenix headed home to Salem.

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After a brief stop in the hospitals garden, they all left for a new adventure. Phoenix is doing very well, walking with assistance and gaining strength.

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Four weeks into recovery, Phoenix is doing great. He is kept a little sedated to make sure he doesn't get too energetic and damage the rebuilding bone in his leg. Phoenix is sharing a home with a dachsund and several cats. He is an early riser and has endeared himself to his foster family.

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Phoenix has now been adopted by his rescuer and foster family. He is a big dog now at nearly 80 pounds and growing. He has fully recovered from his broken leg and is living happily ever after.