Thank you Randi, Karen, Sandra, cats4ever, Phesina and Pat.

Belle is doing fine. Finished the Tramadol, so no meds for her. She is such a great patient, walks right into the x-pen when we return from a trip outside. She is clearly confused as to WHY she can't be with us, and sleep in the big bed at night; but she is amenable.

Yesterday morning I did take the other 4 out in the car for walkies at the park, where they can run off leash. Soon as she realized she was NOT coming Belle started barking and whining. I felt terrible, but it is for her own good. That long incision needs to heal up before she starts moving, romping and playing. She was quiet by the time we returned, which is good.

I've emailed the photos to Karen, so in time they will appear in this thread.