Quote:
Originally Posted by gemy  I am sorry to hear about the surgery, but glad that she is recovering well. It is likely given that the vet said you shouldn't breed her, this was a genetic condition (which is inherited) perhaps Leggs Perthes disease. You should really find out what the problem was, and why he said not to breed. And then if it is genetic the sellers of this dog should be notified, so that they know this has happened to a pup of their breeding program. THIS IS important to do. |
Gemy is right, and this could have been due to Leggs Perthe disease, which normally happens by the time pups are nine months old, and it requires a femoral head osteomy. This is a genetic condition, and if your pup had this, accident or not, she would probably have needed surgery. As Gemy said, your vet probably suggested that you spay your little girl because he knows it is caused by a genetic condition that should not be passed on. Nevertheless, I know it won't be easy to keep her resting for eight weeks, but it will be important to follow all of the doctors orders. If your vet approves it, you might try water therapy in a bathtub or baby pool. Other YT members have gotten their pups strollers so that they could keep their pups with them in the house while still restricting their movement. I hope your little girl heals very quickly and no longer has any pain.