Everyone just wants whats best for Tahoe.
As Yorkie Moms, we all would do whatever it takes to protect our babies. If surgery was an option, even if there's only a 1% chance, I'd do whatever it takes to get my baby surgery. I have been to many Vets and many Specialists here on Long Island, they are all willing to "Work Something Out" = Payment Plans
Again even if there was a 1% chance, I would be getting my baby surgery.
Also, if for some reason I just could not afford payment plans, well them, as hard as it would be, Yes I would contact a Yorkie Rescue to take my baby and raise money for his surgery. I would not worry about down the road adoptions, they do proper screening to make sure he would never wind up in the wrong hands.
Prays do wonders, but in some cases, surgery and constant medical care and rehab is a MUST. And again, I would not be selfish will my babies health and well being. I would do whatever it takes to get the proper medical care.
There are so many wonderful Vets here on Long Island too - That's the great part about being a New Yorker
Please don't take this the wrong, but I am just stating What I Would Do if this was My Situation.
* Also, when Roxy had her surgery for her legs, she was on pain meds for at least 3 weeks, I hope that Tahoe is getting the proper meds.