Adorable Corgi Turns Post-Surgery Donut Into a Fashion Statement

Surgery is unavoidable sometimes, and that's okay. Once a dog is through the procedure, it's your job to make sure that they heal well and stay safe and healthy, even if it might be a little uncomfortable.

The Cone of Shame is sometimes a necessity when it comes to dogs with healing wounds. It's not forever, but in the moment, it can be miserable - unless they embrace it. Recently, one Corgi needed surgery, and she rocked her protective wear like it was her full-time job:

Maxine the Fluffy Corgi is seriously so fashionable I can hardly believe it. Very few dogs could rock this look like she can!

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Maxine is fine, and since this video, she's been recovering perfectly. She recently underwent surgery to harvest stem cells: she has osteoarthritis, and those harvested cells will be injected into the areas that are most impacted by her condition. The hope is that the stem cells injected into affected areas will stimulate bone growth and improve her bone density and, as a result, her overall comfort and mobility.

Though it's hard to tell where exactly the surgical site is, the fact that she's wearing a donut means it's somewhere within licking distance, and that needs to be avoided. Dogs have famously dirty mouths, and continued licking of the wound could cause infection or irritation - not to mention the worry about them biting at the stitches!

How to Make Wearing Cones Fun for Dogs

Let's get one thing straight: wearing a cone will never be fun for your dog. They don't wear one normally, so it throws them off, it's uncomfortable, and it can sometimes hurt their ears.

There are things you can do to make wearing a cone slightly more bearable, though, like:

1. Option for a soft "donut" style cone instead of a plastic one .
2. Do practice runs in the days leading up to the procedure.
3. Make sure you get a cone that's tight enough to stay secure, but not tight enough to restrict their necks.
4. Offer a ton of positive reinforcement and treats, especially in the early days.

You can take the cone off for short periods, but only if you're around to supervise. You should avoid letting them take it off while you're sleeping, since they could wake up in the middle of the night and lick away without you noticing. Luckily, Maxine's dad was on top of it, and things are really looking up for her!