Oh my! Have you seen my thread "Please pray for Tucker"? He is seven months old, and has Anlantoaxial subluxation. We have seen two neurologists, and will be seeing a third on Wednesday. We believe he will do the surgery this week. A neurologist must handle the problem. Most of the time, they will recomend surgery.If not, the dog has to wear a very uncomfortable brace for the rest of it's life. The brace will need to be changed every two to three weeks (by a neurologist) Vet schools are the best place to look for one. Your dog is at risk of instant death or paralysis. The problem is almost always congenital. However, at four and a half years---was he or she injured in some way? Surgery is the only permanant fix. It's somewhat risky, but the other alternative didn't seem suitable for me. Tucker is still so rambunctious. He's in a very protective brace now while we await surgery. The brace is very restrictive, and he hates it. The surgeru isn't cheap, but I've been told you might get help. Do contact Blueboy's mom. I wish you the best of luck, and I'll be praying for your baby too. Tucker's Mom |