I agree with the above.
Ellie has a nasty LP in one leg. Verrrry crunchy on palpation and it makes the cracking noise when she jumps (probably a grade 2ish). But physically it doesn't seem to bother her at all. She never limps or carries her leg. Neither of her vets recommended surgery. Keep her lean is pretty much all they care about and obvious "try" to limit jumping (ha). I think they can get arthritis either way.
If he is in pain, then yes, surgery. If you don't see any signs of pain, I'd ignore it. You can see an ortho which wouldn't be a bad idea, but I really think that's an individual decision in this type of case. It's not something I'd be spending money on.
Why were xrays done? Is he having joints problems? LP isn't something that needs to be xrayed unless you get to the surgical/specialist level.
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