Sorry, to hear Conner needs surgery. We also went through this with Gracie, my eight year old. She had both knees done when she was a year old. She healed nicely both times.
We paid about 1000.00 each knee. Now, a couple of months ago, her vet said that the left knee was loose

Be sure to have Conner swim in the bath tub.... This is great physical therapy. Wishing Conner all the best!!!