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kmr19382 · 10-11-2007, 06:05 AM

Hello,

This is my first post, but I wondered if anyone has had trouble with their yorkies and dislocation of their knees. We went for a normal check up on Tuesday, and the vet said that my Ceasar was having a common problem in yorkies where his knees dislocate, but pop back in place. He has a stage 3 in the right and 4 in the left with a stage 5 being the worst. He suggested a $2000.00 surgery to correct this problem. My issue is that I see no pain in my dog, and he is showing no signs of slowing down. He jumps, runs when the kids get off the bus, and is very playful. Should I get a second opinion. My theory is to steer clear of surgery. I just don't know if I should trust this vet or I if I should get a second opinion. Anyone that has this issue please help or any advice would be greatly appreciated. I am scared! He is only 3 on November 11th!

10-11-2007, 06:05 AM	#1
kmr19382 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: West Chester Posts: 5	Dislocating Knees Hello, This is my first post, but I wondered if anyone has had trouble with their yorkies and dislocation of their knees. We went for a normal check up on Tuesday, and the vet said that my Ceasar was having a common problem in yorkies where his knees dislocate, but pop back in place. He has a stage 3 in the right and 4 in the left with a stage 5 being the worst. He suggested a $2000.00 surgery to correct this problem. My issue is that I see no pain in my dog, and he is showing no signs of slowing down. He jumps, runs when the kids get off the bus, and is very playful. Should I get a second opinion. My theory is to steer clear of surgery. I just don't know if I should trust this vet or I if I should get a second opinion. Anyone that has this issue please help or any advice would be greatly appreciated. I am scared! He is only 3 on November 11th!