I am a newbie as of today. I joined because I would like info on some health issues.
Saturday, the vet told me Leo, who is under 2 yrs old has luxating patella. His right hind kneecap can't be moved to the correct position and should have surgery now. His left kneecap is also off to the side, but can be pushed back to on top of the knee.
I know this is an issue with yorkies, but I was caught off guard. No vet has ever mentioned anything about this before and he has been examined by many vets at this clinic. The vet said most don't check for this in dogs until the dog is lame with osteoarthritis. Better to do the surgery when he is young.
The surgery cost is $2000.00 per leg.
Leo does not seem to have pain now. He is a great fetcher of toys and chaser of his Ragdoll cat-brother.
Thanks for having a group like this for us to join.
Little Leo and Mom
