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rhyliesmom · 06-11-2013, 03:17 PM

So for the last two weeks or so Rhylie (dob 10/24/12)had a mild limp upon waking from naps and after jumping from a high bed or off top of a couch with his right leg. No matter how many aiding products ( ramps/steps)we get this jumping fool to convince him he is not a cat he still jumps constantly from high surfaces. This morning we had a guest walk in and Rhylie did his usual jump at the knees greeting; only, when he went to land he squeeled and was shrieking lifting his left leg and rolled onto his back continuing to squeel and staring at me running across room to pick him up. He stopped sqeeling when he nuzzled into my neck. I immediately grabbed my shoes and purse and rushed to clinic.
We got their in about 10 minutes and he was wiggling wanting to get down. I was fearful to let him walk but Dr wanted to see also. He walked the room while limping now on the left leg which he had not done prior to this mornings event. Upon manipulation the elbows were his only source of discomfort. A Lymes test was done as Dr was confused why it would be both legs. Lyme negative. 102 Temp. X ray taken of multiple angles of both front legs.He has a space 1/8 inch between the "hinge and the straight down bone" on his left leg and just a hairline space on his right.
Dr. states this needs orthopedic surgery and has referred us to Fox Valley Animal referral Center. They have a great reputation however you have no idea or even an estimate or guesstimate prior to dropping off your animal what your total cost will be.
I am so sad and conflicted. I love my baby like he is my child and he is the best dog we have ever had. We have only had him with us for 6 months and this seems so unfair. We cannot afford over $1500 but I will make it work up to $3,000. People are warning me they have heard things like this can cost over $9,000. The only answer the surgery center will give me about cost info is that they offer the care credit card.
No one has given a name to what is wrong. The diagnosis we left with was that different sized spaces, one bone longer than the other. And they gave him 7 days pain pills which I have not seen an ounce of effect from. Rhimaral.
Has anyone else had anything like this happen?? Any thoughts?

06-11-2013, 03:17 PM	#1
rhyliesmom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Marshfield, WI Posts: 5	My Poor Limping Baby Needs Surgery So for the last two weeks or so Rhylie (dob 10/24/12)had a mild limp upon waking from naps and after jumping from a high bed or off top of a couch with his right leg. No matter how many aiding products ( ramps/steps)we get this jumping fool to convince him he is not a cat he still jumps constantly from high surfaces. This morning we had a guest walk in and Rhylie did his usual jump at the knees greeting; only, when he went to land he squeeled and was shrieking lifting his left leg and rolled onto his back continuing to squeel and staring at me running across room to pick him up. He stopped sqeeling when he nuzzled into my neck. I immediately grabbed my shoes and purse and rushed to clinic. We got their in about 10 minutes and he was wiggling wanting to get down. I was fearful to let him walk but Dr wanted to see also. He walked the room while limping now on the left leg which he had not done prior to this mornings event. Upon manipulation the elbows were his only source of discomfort. A Lymes test was done as Dr was confused why it would be both legs. Lyme negative. 102 Temp. X ray taken of multiple angles of both front legs.He has a space 1/8 inch between the "hinge and the straight down bone" on his left leg and just a hairline space on his right. Dr. states this needs orthopedic surgery and has referred us to Fox Valley Animal referral Center. They have a great reputation however you have no idea or even an estimate or guesstimate prior to dropping off your animal what your total cost will be. I am so sad and conflicted. I love my baby like he is my child and he is the best dog we have ever had. We have only had him with us for 6 months and this seems so unfair. We cannot afford over $1500 but I will make it work up to $3,000. People are warning me they have heard things like this can cost over $9,000. The only answer the surgery center will give me about cost info is that they offer the care credit card. No one has given a name to what is wrong. The diagnosis we left with was that different sized spaces, one bone longer than the other. And they gave him 7 days pain pills which I have not seen an ounce of effect from. Rhimaral. Has anyone else had anything like this happen?? Any thoughts?