[Lovetodream88]

It is rare a vet or orthopedic surgeon is just doing surgery for money. I have been told in small dogs ACL tears almost always result in needing surgery. I was also told by my orthopedic surgeon it's better when they come in walking and a better recovery then when they come in not using the leg at all. I would not wait to go see an orthopedic surgeon. An X-ray isn't going to show you anything unless it's bone related.