I am sorry to hear about Piper's LP. Cali who is now 8 1/2 had grade 4 in both knees. It has never bothered her. Since she has MVD my vet and I agreed to just keep an eye on her. Pixie who at about age 4 suddenly couldn't stand on her back leg had to have the surgery on one leg. I had 3 vets and an orthopedic surgeons opinion before I went ahead with the surgery. Pixie is about the same weight as Piper. She stayed overnight at the ER hospital and came home the next day. She slept for the first couple of days but after that seemed more comfortable. Pixie was older than Piper and very laid back so recovery wasn't to bad. I kept her in a crate the first week. After that I was able to put her crate inside a play yard and put her sister in with her. I let her sleep on my bed inside her crate. Surgery was successful. I hope all goes well. |