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Old 09-23-2011, 03:41 PM   #29
ladyjane
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Originally Posted by shell820810 View Post
My vet said for a small dog a hip replacement isn't really necessary. The hip will repair itself and be held in place with tendons and ligaments etc. It's quite amazing! I am not sure what you will benefit from a hip replacement, apart from a much larger bill!
Also, I don't think hip replacements are as successful with the small pups. FHO surgery is very successful in small dogs.
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