Answers from Zootooers
Answered by Sara S. (MochaWheels) 4 months ago
this is something i'd only take the advice of a vet for- but yeah surgery sounds likely.
Answered by T (Terrin) 4 months ago
Surgery is the only answer. My Yorkie,Scruff E. Puff, is recuperating quite nicely and he is 10 years old. He is using his leg, but has found out that he can play my husband to the max, when need be. Go ahead and get it done, so the healing process can begin for both of you! Believe me, you are doing neither one of you any good by letting it go untreated. Let me know how it goes! Best of Wishes to you and your friend!
Answered by Lorri H. (bgwchs) 4 months ago
Two of my friends have had to do ACL surgery on their dogs. Both were just as concerned as you in the beginning, but after talking thoroughly with their vet, they know surgery was the only option. One of the vet's did not do this type of surgery and had to recommend a vet that did. It was a slow recovery for both of them, but now they are much happier and have very little signs of pain. Please do speak with your vet again about the benefits. Thank you for being a loving pet owner!
Answered by Jill R. (DocJill) 4 months ago
surgery would be best for the repair, this is a similar problem that happens in human athletes. the ligament that helps support her knee is ripped, so she won't have full movement of her leg.
Fortunately, surgical repair of this situation is possible. Talk more with your vet about your concerns.
Answered by sharon d. (3devinecats) 4 months ago
Hi,there are so many factors here,that it's really hard to say.It depends on the severity/length of the tear,how many pounds your dog weighs,and if your dog is considered a very active dog.
Most times restrictions will be placed on the dog. Rest is required for so many weeks,along with short walks a few times a day on a leash.Swimming can also aid in good physical therapy for the dog as some sort of physical therapy is crucial if you don't get the surgery. often times the Vet's will place the dog on Anti-inflammatories and pain medication.How much pain and swelling does your dog seem to be suffering? And you also have to watch that him favoring that leg doesn't eventually cause problems with his other knee,because sometimes,that does happen.If a dog's activities aren't restricted,it's very hard for these kinds of tears to heal,and sometimes even then,they don't.
