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Originally Posted by BabyGirl Rosie  I am so sorry that Riley has LP. Mikki has it also. She is a grade 4 out of 5. However, she really doesn't show that it bothers her much. At this point, our vet said to limit her jumping so stairs are a great option. And if she is trying to jump up to me I pick her up instead of letting her jump. Every once in a while she will sit on her rear when she has been standing for a long time. That is the only time that we notice that she might be having issues with the LP. At this point, we were told to continue to watch her and see what happens. My vet says the surgery is very rough on them so recommends only as a final resort. He also mentioned issues with arthritis when she gets older.
As far as Riley being young for problems, my understanding is that LP is genetic. Mikki is only one years old and I thought the same thing. He explained to me that it was something that she would have obtained through genetics.
I wish I could help you in locating a specialist. Maybe someone that is close to your area can help you out.
I know when I was first told about Mikki's LP I was almost in shock. It was just hard to comprehend everything that was being told to me. I then turned to YT to help me understand. I am sure you will find so many with experience to help you understand any of the questions you might be having.
Hugs and prayers to Riley! Keep us posted! |
It doesn't seem to give him pain but he is a jumper and I noticed he was hesitating on jumps that would be no issue for him. He is 7 lbs and fortunately I have a lot of stepping stone scattered around so that lil Abby can access more. But he was hesitating at the jumps for even them.
I guess I will give him those joint pills the vet recommended and see if anything changes either way.
It seems Mikki was young also and is dealing with it pain free. Maybe that will be the case for Riley.
Do you give her any joint medications?