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Old 03-28-2012, 08:05 AM   #23
Lovetodream88
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I still don't think Pixie has any pins or ever did -- I thought the vet said he tied the kneecap in place and then put the cast on for 2 weeks. How long is a cast usually on if the vet does one? Would I be alright in waiting till 8 weeks and keeping her activities very restricted? I was thinking -- Is there anything the next vet could do with a fragile leg just operated on? (I am not aware of orthopaedic vet. surgeons here, tho there may be.) If I had a way to get easily to the vet (am post-op myself), it wouldn't be such a problem.

Your heart sure breaks when your baby is doing poorly. Thankfully she is perkier tonight after a quiet day.

Merle and Pixie
I really don't think waiting is a good idea especially if she is in pain.
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