[pstinard]

Our dear Bella's left hind leg has been lame for the past few weeks and has not been getting any better. She doesn't seem to be in any pain, but when she walks, she will often not let the leg touch the ground, instead walking like a three-legged dog. I've read tons about luxating patella and Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, and my greatest fear is that she has one of these. We are taking her in to the vet in two hours for an examination, so hopefully we will know later today what is going on with Bella's leg. She is such a sweet little dog and this is heartbreaking for us. Please keep Bella in your thoughts and prayers, and I will update after we get back from the vet.