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jerseyjones · 12-22-2022, 05:33 AM

Curious what other parents have done regarding to opting for surgery or leave it alone. I heard a lot of folks decide not to do the surgery since it sometimes leads to limping on one or both legs.

My 4 1/2 year old Yorkie (Maverick) has stage 3 luxating Patella in both legs. Had one discussion with an orthopedic Surgeon and have a follow-up appointment in March. I'm not sure if I want to do surgery. He runs well, lifts his back legs to pee, and uses both legs to cover up the area after he pees.
Looking to hear from others who decided to have or not have surgery.
thanks,

Walt

12-22-2022, 05:33 AM	#1
jerseyjones Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Centerville GA Posts: 10	Luxating Patella: Surgery or No? Curious what other parents have done regarding to opting for surgery or leave it alone. I heard a lot of folks decide not to do the surgery since it sometimes leads to limping on one or both legs. My 4 1/2 year old Yorkie (Maverick) has stage 3 luxating Patella in both legs. Had one discussion with an orthopedic Surgeon and have a follow-up appointment in March. I'm not sure if I want to do surgery. He runs well, lifts his back legs to pee, and uses both legs to cover up the area after he pees. Looking to hear from others who decided to have or not have surgery. thanks, Walt