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Originally Posted by lisaly  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. |
My Mini had this on both sides
I kept her in a small makeshift pen which would be like a playpen or something similar...she couldn't do anything because she knew her limitations for about 4 wks. after that I had to put her in her kennel when I wasn't holding her...it wasn't easy but we got through it...and you will too!