[ladyjane]

This is a very painful condition....the fact that he is limping says it is hurting him. Please do not put this off!

I have had a few pups go through this surgery and the recovery was amazingly fast! The first time I thought it sounded barbaric and I was very upset about it but I spoke with other people who had pups who had the surgery and they did well, so I went ahead. I was totally amazed...it is not nearly as bad as it sounds! I have never had any issues...most were walking and running the next day. Of course they do carry it some, but they also tend to use it quickly. I only allow orthopedic specialists to do any type of orthopedic surgery on my pups. I know other vets do the surgery, but that is just not for me. I once met a lady who went to a regular vet for this surgery and the sciatic nerve was severed. She was at the specialist for an opinion and was very upset. Scared me.

So....all I can do is strongly encourage what I believe in. Good luck!