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Originally Posted by GracieJane  How disappointing! But also, how great to know ahead of time!
What I have learned is that all luxating patellas don't show up while the dogs are puppies--our Gracie's vet said that she particularly noted that her patellas were tight when she did the first puppy check, but we had to had both fixed seven months later (Grade 3/4).
Talk to your vet or theirs before you decide. A grade 2 may never need surgery--it is just hard to know. That is probably why they are suggesting less than the full price their vet charges (must say, here the surgery cost a ton more!)
I would assume that the breeding male was not diagnosed until later in life. I seriously doubt that they would use him as a stud knowing about the problem.
I realize that this does not answer the question, but only you can decide whether to take the risk. Ask if the cost would be out of your comfort zone if he does need surgery. You might also ask about a price reduction that would allow you to put that amount aside for future needs.
I am sure that others will have ideas, and some will suggest that you just wait for another pup. That is still an option if it just seems like too much.
I don't envy you the decision. |
LP can show up when they are puppies. Having LP means the dog is a lot more likely to tear there ACL and getting that and the LP fixed at the same time is $3,500 and a minimum of 8 weeks crate rest. It has to be done by an orthopedic surgeon not a regular vet. I'm sure they did know the dog that had LP and still will be breeding him that's just what bad breeders do.