my yorkie was diagnosed with luxating patella about 5 months ago. The orthopaedic surgeon said she needed surgery immediately and that her knee was out of place more than it was in. I took her to another vet who does the same surgery and he said that he wouldn't do surgery on her yet. He said that taking them for walks helps strengthen her legs which would help with the knees. The ortho gave us some chondroiton/glucosamine treats that I give her everyday. You can order them off line they are called synovi g3. She takes half of one everyday and they are supposed to help with joints and they do seem to work. Good luck! |