My Phoebe developed a cataract in her left eye at 3 yrs old. I was also told it was called juvenile cataracts, and was hereditary. I opted for the surgery, and am really glad I did. She did very well, and had her 1 year post op check up last week. The news was great, perfect vision, and her other eye is still cataract free. It was a long year of follow ups & eye drops, but we got through it, and I made sure I never missed a dose! The cost of surgery & meds was somewhere between $3000-3500. I'm really glad I went ahead with the surgery because we had such great results and because she was so young. Yorkies can live to be 18+ years old. I know that 10 is considered "older", but I would seriously consider the surgery if there is any way you can swing the cost. Prayers & good wishes going out to Wylie! |