I think a little pup with hydrocephalus is a very sad situation - and it's true that they usually don't live beyond two years or so.
The surgery they are talking about is probably a "shunt" so that the fluid can be drained.
Toy breeds like our little Yorkies are often affected with this - and some cases are more severe than others. But, this poor little guy's gait is affected, so he has a somewhat severe case.
And - to make matters worse, these little dogs are usually mentally handicapped as well - They can learn anything very easily with things like potty training being even more difficult than usual.
And to make matters worse, sometimes the surgery isn't successful.
Yes - I think this is sad - even though the poor little guy has a very serious condition - I doubt he is in any pain. And, such a sweet little thing he is. It would break my heart to put him to sleep.
If the surgery didn't cost so much - I wouldn't put him to sleep. I would try to keep him happy and comfortable for as long as I could. But, given the cost of the surgery and everything else involved, it is probably what will end up being done.
It's a sad story.....
Carol Jean
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