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Originally Posted by ladyjane

Honestly, vets do not need to xray a knee to grade it. Originally she was just doing an x-ray because I was so nervous about this injury. We were afraid something was broken. I think she was as surprised as I was that she found the LP since it was about a month ago where she felt Bridgets knees and said there was no problems. I recently had a pup (he has LP) fall ..yes fall, off of my bed onto a tile floor. Oh my gosh - you must have been frantic!!! He was limping and crying and I immediately took him to the EC. By the time I got there he was trying to walk on it. They examined him and gave him anti inflammatories. I was still concerned the next day and took him to my vet who basically said the same thing. He limped off and on for about a week...when he ran....then he was fine again!

It is very important that you keep her quiet while her knee is inflammed to give it time to heal. LOL - someone told me that pain meds were a double edged sword - it makes them feel better so it's harder to keep them still!! That is soo true. I need small doses of whatever they gave her to sedate her to do the x-ray. (Just Kidding). I can't get anything done because unless I'm sitting with her she is at my heels! (Maybe I shouldn't complain - gives me an excuse if nothing gets done)

Do you have steps or a ramp to keep her from jumping up on furniture? It is a good idea to train her now not to jump up and off of furniture! We use a ramp. I just took a long board and covered it with old carpet so it's not slick.

Originally Posted by Mom to Hot Rod

Awww, that you Donna that is very sweet of you to say.Just saying the truth!!! Let us know how Bridget does.I'm sure you'll be hearing from me - I don't think I was this spastic with my skin-kids!!!! I think she'll be fine after a while...just keeping her from running and jumping is going to be the hard part. lol Hugs!

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

Uni was diagnosed with grade 3, however, she has only lifted her leg once in her entire life. That makes me feel better i have her on cosequin, and even though she is hyper active, I try to limit her jumping by using steps. I do not see surgery in her future unless she gets considerably worse. And this makes me feel WAY better!!! btw, I personally think Uni is a grade 2, but her vet said 3.

I can't tell you how much these posts mean - honestly it makes me teary to know that there are people like yourselves that are so kind and willing to help us "Yorkie Virgins". Your input is invaluable and appreciated beyond words. I honestly think I am a much better "mom" with all the knowledge I receive from everone here - and Bridget thanks you for that!