While joint supplements are great, if her knees are out of place 80-90% of the time and your vet recommends surgery ASAP, that's what you need to do.
Do you have any family members who can loan you money and defer paying it back until you graduate?
How about her breeder? Did you get a health guarantee? LP's diagnosed in the first year are generally considered genetic. If you got her from a reputable breeder, she may help you with the cost of the surgery.
If you do decide that giving her up is the best option, consider a rescue group. We have several great ones here on YT. They would make sure she gets the surgery she needs and find her a perfect home.
She has eye issues, too? Congenital dry eye/KCS? Has surgery to correct that been suggested down the road?
I am so sorry you are going through this, but you sound like a very responsible young woman who wants what is best for Lola. |