First, the hip condition in toy breeds is called LeggCalvinPerthes Disease but it does have the same symptoms as HD in big dogs. So, Yorkies are afflicted with that condition more often than some think. Her age does lead me to think that it might have been caused by an injury...if you reasearch LCP you will find that there are 2 causes.-one genetic and the other injury. In order to get good X-rays, your vet will probably use a sedative on your girl (and maybe for you, too).. The X-rays are very telling and you can see the damaged femur head. The surgery to remove the diseased portion is usually very successful. The dog is left without a hip joint BUT the dog does really well without the joint..they are free of pain and totally functional. I would get a second opinion based on some of the things you posted. I bought a stud and before I used him he came up lame. LCP was the diagnosis. I gave him to my vet tech, paid for the surgery and he is a totally happy, rambunctous Yorkie boy.
Good luck with your baby...she will do fine if you elect to do the surgery.. |