Thanks everyone - just a final update.
Messi is pretty much back to his old self now.
Very energetic although somewhat impeded by the big plastic cone around his head! I feel his frustration.
Looking forward to a good (but controlled) walk in the country at the weekend.
Cheers
Peter
That is good news
I was going to suggest, perhaps getting a Comfy Collar for Messi, rather than the plastic cone, he will not feel so restricted and still be able to eat and drink with it on
Stephanie, George and Hamish xxx