[GraceAAA]

Hi again,
I didn't realize your girl is an osteo survivor...knowing that history definately does support the need for some follow up x-rays. If in the worst case scenario, the cancer has spread to her spine than it will be visible on x-ray...and this will direct your decisions for Saga's care.

Amputation does put a tremendous amount of stress on the remaining three legs especially in such a large breed dog...typically, if all other joints are OK than adjustment goes well but you can always see subsequent imbalances/injuries occuring to other joints and to the spine as the dog compensates for the lost leg. So, if Saga has a disc that is impinging on a nerve...that can certainly cause weakness, pain and incontinence.

The likely-hood of recovery for Saga really does depend on what is causing her problem...if it is a disc issuse compressing a nerve and that pressure is released than she may have a good chance at regaining function. If a tumor has occluded the spinal space than recovery is not expected...barring miracles. And, having lived, loved and lost a dog with bone cancer...I do BELIEVE in miracles.

I am sorry I really don't have any answers for you...other than to really strongly suggest you go get that x-ray...it gives you a good start in understanding what is going on.
Take care