ACL TEARS
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| Oh Nancy, I'm so sorry to read this. It's Macie Grace? |
| Sounds painful. There are braces dogs can wear, was that given as an option? |
Yup, it's Macie Grace. Braces were not an option. Last night I spoke with the Ortho Vet and asked lots of questions. The procedure is called a TTA. They slice the bone and put in a plate and screws, which I was told is more effective in large dogs. Years ago, fishing line was used because that was the only option. My OES, Magic Kiss, had that procedure. She was either 9 or 10 at the time. They still do that on smaller dogs but they would do on Macie if I wanted to. But he said it might not last and a 'do over' would be needed. The rehab is 2 months and she would have to be on a leash @ all times including in the house. No stairs and keep her quiet for a while. I asked him if he knew the breed and he hesitated. Quiet? Sheepdog?  I don't like the idea of her being overnight in a place where nobody is on the premises. What if something happened? I always track to the worst scenario. And the cost? $3200 for one knee. I asked at what point the 2nd knee would be done and he said maybe a year or longer or not at all. If she doesn't show any signs of favoring, then not necessary. Somehow, I have to come up with the funds. But if any of you remember the problems I had about 7 years ago regarding the mortgage company, it's still going on, has been sold off a number of times, had a loan modification, paid by wire transfers, but 'nobody' knows where the money went, into some dark hole, have still tried to foreclose. Working with a attorney, and have asked many times for an accounting but nothing. He said they probably don't know. Good thing I have all the proof, copies of wire transfers and were accepted. HOWEVER, MY GIRL COMES FIRST! So somehow I will find the dollars. She still has a great attitude, goofy, loving and has plenty to say.  Macie is on Galaprant 100mg for pain. Seems to work without affecting liver and kidneys. |
| I remember, and I always wondered what happened. I'm glad the pain meds are working. There aren't a lot of us left around all the time, but a few stop by and read new posts once in a while. |
| I had an Akita with a torn ACL years ago. Hers eventually healed itself. The vet told me to try to keep her from running and doing a lot of activity. As I recall, it took a few months, but after it healed she was as good as new. I'm not sure if your sheepie's tear is worse than my Akita's. Good luck. |
Sounds good, however Macie Grace has 2 that are torn. I asked 'What if I don't do the surgery?' I was guilted by being told she would always be in pain. She is on pain meds and you would never really know anything is wrong. Just a little slower going up the stairs. She will go up the ramp I have to my bed but not down. When I have the finances, I will do the worst leg. By the way, how do you keep a dog from running and jumping and doing a lot of activity? This is a goofy sheepie!! I do try to lessen activities but she jumps, leaps around and just her silly self. I thank you for the information. I do appreciate your input.  |
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