[ladyjane]

First of all, I want to assure you that YOU did nothing wrong in the beginning. I don't know why your vet chose to blame you. Surely she knows that a fracture of this nature has only a 5% chance of healing with a splint alone. I am not pulling that number from nowhere...it has been told to be by two different vets who don't know each other. And, her assertion about the amount of time is really not valid.....these pups sometimes need bone grafts after having a fracture for some time, but their legs can be saved. I also don't like that she pushed amputation since you clearly had the means to save the leg. Amputation is an option but one must always remember that if that choice is chosen there is no room for catastrophic injuries to another leg later. They cannot walk on two legs. (well most will not..I have seen videos of some who do...but I would not want that for my pup)

I am very sorry that Jager ended up with an infection. Because of the extended length of time he has had this leg immobile, it may take some time for him to regain full use....BUT if you feel something is wrong, it is your time and your money and you should simply make an appointment to see the specialist.

I wish you well...please do let us know how things go!