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 When pet healthcare issues require amputation, insurance policyholders should not be overly worried about how their dog will adjust, a vet has claimed. Roger Smith, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center and columnist for Indiana's Starpress, gave this advice in response to a reader inquiry. The owner's Doberman pinscher had bone cancer and her vet was recommending amputation but she was worried this would mean a difficult life for the pooch. Dr Smith said that animals did not seem to suffer psychologically from losing a limb as humans do. Their play and ability to walk and run will be almost unrestricted after a short training period following the operation. "Most dogs adapt amazingly well to life on three legs," he revealed. In summary, he commented: "Is it Ok to lose the leg to save the dog's life? In almost all cases, the answer is 'yes'." Charity Bone Cancer Dogs said canines can recover quickly from this type of surgery - usually within two weeks - and do not have the mental issues with amputation that humans do. The organisation said that important thing is to not treat the furry friend any differently. Animal Friends Pet Insurance are specialist pet insurers who have been insuring Dogs and Cats in the UK since 1999, we are your first choice for Ethical Insurance. Written by Kirstie 
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