The operation went off without a hitch. Julia was sleepy and confused when she awoke, but as the effects of the anesthesia began to wear off, she gradually became conscious of her presence in the world. Everyone had high hopes that the patient would make a full recovery, but what they found out next was shocking. There was not a herniated disc that caused Julia to become paralyzed; rather, it was a gunshot that became stuck in her spine. The terrible tragedy of her life was further complicated by the fact that she had been shot by an unknown person. The road to rehabilitation for Julia would be a rather long one. She started down the path to recovery by achieving seemingly insignificant but significant triumphs, such as waving her tail or attempting to stand. She still required continual help because she was unable to urinate on her own, despite the fact that she was showing signs of recovery. Together, Julia's unwavering commitment and the tireless efforts of the team paid off over the course of two months. She was able to regain complete control of her rear legs, which was a significant achievement in her recuperation.
