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Originally Posted by ladyjane  I have a great orthopedic surgeon here in Houston. He is at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. For young pups, he does recommend surgery usually but not for older ones since the risk of a torn cruciate ligament is higher then and you could repair the knees and still end up with a tear requiring another surgery which is costly for the owner and traumatizing to the pup.
He is a good one for a second opinion. He will not ever recommend surgery unless it is really needed!
Here is the link to the hospital: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
And here are links to a couple of articles he has written for use on the Yorkie Haven Rescue website: Yorkie Haven Rescue - Patellar Luxation Info Yorkie Haven Rescue - Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tear Info |
Good reads! Thank you!
Makes one realize there is a lot more to it than you realize!
I'm trying to convince dh to go with the expensive ortho surgeon rather than regular vet surgeon cause they are cheaper