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Vinnie's Mom · 09-10-2007, 08:06 AM

My first dog, Murphy, RIP, was 16 1/2 when we put him down, almost two years ago which I can't believe. He was my surprise on my first day of second grade! When he was around 10-12 he was diagnosed with Glaucoma, and was on eyedrops for the rest of his life with no problems whatsoever. He developed cataracts later in life but never bad enough to do anything about so again with the drops. I think if your dog is 16 i would opt for the non-surgical option, it's a lot safer!

09-10-2007, 08:06 AM	#2
Vinnie's Mom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: PENNSYLVANIA Posts: 767	My first dog, Murphy, RIP, was 16 1/2 when we put him down, almost two years ago which I can't believe. He was my surprise on my first day of second grade! When he was around 10-12 he was diagnosed with Glaucoma, and was on eyedrops for the rest of his life with no problems whatsoever. He developed cataracts later in life but never bad enough to do anything about so again with the drops. I think if your dog is 16 i would opt for the non-surgical option, it's a lot safer! __________________ Beth - Mom to Vinnie, the wonder-yorkie!