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01-10-2009, 12:28 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Encino,California, USA
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| Stressed and Scared and Happy as well Hi All, I am the happy owner of 2 adorable yorkies, Sushi and Sasha. Sushi is 9 months old and Sasha is 4 months. Sushi has luxating patellas level 3. When we found out, we called our breeder and she said she would pay for half of the surgery. We thought that was fair and very nice so we agreed. She called back months later and said that she could make a deal with us. she would give us a new puppy and wash her hands about the surgery. we wanted a new one so bad, so we agreed. so now, we have Sasha, who is healthy and has perfect patellas. Here are my questions: 1. Sasha is not in heat, but can she still get pregnant? Sushi is not spayed yet. we are having him spayed at the time of the patella surgery. we watch them like crazy but i don't know if that's really necessary... 2. I am horrified to have Sushi go in for surgery. he is a piece of my heart and i afraid of loosing him... 3.what is the breeder's responsibility when they sell you a puppy with LP? she did not have him checked by a vet... 4. Is the surgery horribly dangerous??? is it worth it??? he doesn't seem to be in pain... Thank you very kindly for looking at my post and for any helpful answers. I am so panicky right now...I just love my babies so so much! Thanks again, Sushi and Sasha's mommy |
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01-10-2009, 02:18 AM | #2 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: England,UK
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| sorry, but i dont know anything about this surgery, but bumping and hoping that someone can advise you. |
01-10-2009, 04:40 AM | #3 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Miami, FL,USA
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| Here is some info for you I'd talk to your Vet about it Generally a evaluation of 3 or 4 does warrant surgery but I am not sure if you should do this pre-emptively or wait until some symptoms appear Some toy breeds, including the Yorkshire Terrier, suffer from luxating patella, in which the kneecap actually moves from its normal position. A groove in the top of the femur bone allows the kneecap to slide up and down naturally when the leg moves. Nevertheless, with luxating patella, the ridges do not develop normally, allowing the kneecap to move out of the groove. The dog will generally try to walk with the leg held off the ground when this happens. This can be a genetic defect and should be one of the conditions you talk about with a breeder when you are looking at puppies. A reputable breeder will not only be aware of the possibility of luxating patella in toy breeds, but will also take care to use breeding parents known to be free of this condition. Surgery by a veterinary specialist may be necessary to correct this condition. With successful surgery, the pet can lead a normal, even active, life.
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01-10-2009, 08:10 AM | #4 | |
Lovin' my R & R Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Middleton, Idaho
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| Hi there! I am soooo sorry for this diagnosis. Unfortunately, LP occurs in a GREAT deal of yorkies. It can either be genetic or caused by injury, so many breeders do not include LP in their health guarantee. It was pretty big of her to offer to pay half the surgery, but I guess it worked out for you that you got your little girl as well. Quote:
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01-10-2009, 08:16 AM | #5 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Encino,California, USA
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| Thank you Thanks everyone! I have some thinking to do... |
01-10-2009, 08:30 AM | #6 |
Lovin' my R & R Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Middleton, Idaho
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| When in doubt get a second opinion. Good luck!
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01-10-2009, 10:19 AM | #7 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tx, USA
Posts: 68
| I'm sorry to hear your puppy has LP, my Sophie has it too. She has stage 2 and you can't really tell until you examine her. I agree that surgery should be done when absolutely necessary. I have heard a lot about arthritis later on in their life. I would recommend adding supplements, as these can't hurt. I would also recommend that you try to prevent any accidents that may make this worse. Just make sure Sushi doesn't jump off the couch and be careful if you have hard wood floors, or tile. Best wishes to you and your puppies. |
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