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chachi · 05-28-2009, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by bildio

Not a Yorkie, but a rescue that went the distance to save an Eskie's leg.

Lady from Massachusetts

aw what a nice rescue story. I hope she considers surrendering him to a rescue. I know it would be hard but he would get the surgery he needs instead of having the leg amputated

yorkie mad · 05-28-2009, 08:39 AM

OMG I am so sorry to hear that. I think that is one of our biggest concerns owning yorkies. Keep us posted on his recovery.

sherile · 05-29-2009, 06:51 PM

Took Moses to another vet today to get a 2nd opinion. His was same as the first. Since I didn't opt for surgery, pins and plates, when it first happened, he is afraid there is not enough good bone left to do this now. He said it could be done, then remove all the pins and then find out it didn't take and amputation would be necessary. Why put him thru all that, he's been thru enough. He also said God gave dogs 4 legs for a reason, he will function fine with 3 legs. Heck, he's been 3 legged since I got him. I only had him a day before he broke this leg. As far as turning him over to rescue, I could not even imagine. He is still my baby, and he will still be my baby on 3 legs. He is a our pet, not a show dog or a breeder. So, I am scheduling the amputation for next week. He has to get out of this cast, it is really starting to bother him, plus he is developing an infection. So, I will keep everyone posted and when I figure out how to post pictures, I'll be sure and do so.

cynsir · 05-29-2009, 07:21 PM

I am so sorry to hear about your furbaby. I have a 14 month old little boy, Max, he only weighs 2 lb 9 oz. Max broke both of his front legs back in December. We went three months with casts and wraps and his legs still did not heal. I finally to him to another vet who specializes in orthopedics for small dogs. He told me that he would be able to put pins and plates into Max's legs and he he should have a full recovery. Yea it's costly $2500 for both legs but he is going to work with me on payments. Max is scheduled for his surgery on Monday, so I'll iknow then how it goes. Check around to see who the best doctor/surgeon for small dogs. My original vet did suggest amputation or euthanaza after she couldn't heal his legs. Call around please.

omega · 05-29-2009, 07:37 PM

Is it possible for you to find a vet who will let you make a payment plan?

I'm sorry, but I really, really hate to see a dog lose a leg because of a money issue. Have you tried any of the organizations that can help with vet bills?

JoshieBoy · 05-29-2009, 07:51 PM

We would all love to fix a broken leg surgically, but sometimes surgery may not be the best option. I have seen a lot of dogs live a happy life with three legs, so I think Moses will be O.K. I wish you and Moses the best of luck. I would love to hear the outcome after his amputation.

YorkieShadow · 05-29-2009, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by sherile

Took Moses to another vet today to get a 2nd opinion. His was same as the first. Since I didn't opt for surgery, pins and plates, when it first happened, he is afraid there is not enough good bone left to do this now. He said it could be done, then remove all the pins and then find out it didn't take and amputation would be necessary. Why put him thru all that, he's been thru enough. He also said God gave dogs 4 legs for a reason, he will function fine with 3 legs. Heck, he's been 3 legged since I got him. I only had him a day before he broke this leg. As far as turning him over to rescue, I could not even imagine. He is still my baby, and he will still be my baby on 3 legs. He is a our pet, not a show dog or a breeder. So, I am scheduling the amputation for next week. He has to get out of this cast, it is really starting to bother him, plus he is developing an infection. So, I will keep everyone posted and when I figure out how to post pictures, I'll be sure and do so.

I agree with the others on getting a second opinion ..But I didnt think they could even check it good enough with him still haveing the cast on. I would not him to another vet who specializes in orthopedics for small dogs I would only do the amputation if they could not save his leg. why take his leg if they might be able to save it. If you dont have the money for the surgery talk to them about pmt or go here to this website and sign up for this card, Its like a creditcard but you dont have to pay back and %. heres the website.
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JoshieBoy · 05-29-2009, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherile

Took Moses to another vet today to get a 2nd opinion. His was same as the first. Since I didn't opt for surgery, pins and plates, when it first happened, he is afraid there is not enough good bone left to do this now. He said it could be done, then remove all the pins and then find out it didn't take and amputation would be necessary. Why put him thru all that, he's been thru enough. He also said God gave dogs 4 legs for a reason, he will function fine with 3 legs. Heck, he's been 3 legged since I got him. I only had him a day before he broke this leg. As far as turning him over to rescue, I could not even imagine. He is still my baby, and he will still be my baby on 3 legs. He is a our pet, not a show dog or a breeder. So, I am scheduling the amputation for next week. He has to get out of this cast, it is really starting to bother him, plus he is developing an infection. So, I will keep everyone posted and when I figure out how to post pictures, I'll be sure and do so.

She already made a decision to amputate the dog's leg. YorkieShawdow gave some good advice

, so maybe she might reconsider not amputating the dog's leg.

LilMissy · 05-29-2009, 09:24 PM

I personally think it would be worth it to at least try the pins and plate, which is what you should have done the first time around. I know that it's expensive, but your furbaby will be better off in the long run. I paid 3,500 to have a pin and screw placed in Missy's leg after she broke it. Her leg has now healed 100%. It was hard to spend so much money. We had to borrow it because we are a family of 5 living on one wage, but I don't regret it one bit when I see her running and playing like her leg was never broken. That is worth every penny to me.

sherile · 06-07-2009, 10:21 AM

Moses had his leg amputated Friday and I brought him home Saturday morning. He went right outside, took a pee and then layed down for a while. He has been up and following my every step ever since. The vet called me after surgery and said I made the right decision - the break had not healed at all. So, he is doing fine. He had the collar on to stop him from licking, but I found a piece of soft flannel sleeve from an old pair of pajama's, cut a hole for his good leg and put that on him. He looks more comfortable, still can't get to the wound to lick and as there is no bandage on the wound, it makes me feel more comfortable having that open wound covered from dirt and such.

bildio · 06-07-2009, 11:48 AM

It's sad to hear that your little guy lost his leg, but you did what was best for Moses. Glad he's doing well.

megansmomma · 06-07-2009, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherile

Moses had his leg amputated Friday and I brought him home Saturday morning. He went right outside, took a pee and then layed down for a while. He has been up and following my every step ever since. The vet called me after surgery and said I made the right decision - the break had not healed at all. So, he is doing fine. He had the collar on to stop him from licking, but I found a piece of soft flannel sleeve from an old pair of pajama's, cut a hole for his good leg and put that on him. He looks more comfortable, still can't get to the wound to lick and as there is no bandage on the wound, it makes me feel more comfortable having that open wound covered from dirt and such.

Poor little guy. Hope he is feeling much better very soon.

mscat · 06-07-2009, 02:32 PM

IMO, since he had infection from all of this, which could of been far more serious, something had to be done emediately. If it had gotten to the point of losing the yorkie's life, or losing a leg, then cetainly you had made the right decsion. I hope Moses feels better soon so he can run and play, and be happy. I feel badly that there was not anther alternative then to amputate.

sherile · 07-18-2009, 04:37 PM

For any interested, it's been a month since the amputation. Moses is fine. He runs like crazy, plays, eats well and is a normal little puppy. If I hadn't just spent $2000 in January trying to save the life of my other yorkie, it would have been much easier for me to spend what ever was needed to save his leg. But, there is only so much money to spend, even with CareCredit. I hope no one else has to make the decision between going further in debt or not when it comes to the health of their pet. I feel we made the right decision and expect this guy to live a good, long life.

greyacresmom · 07-19-2009, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by sherile

For any interested, it's been a month since the amputation. Moses is fine. He runs like crazy, plays, eats well and is a normal little puppy. If I hadn't just spent $2000 in January trying to save the life of my other yorkie, it would have been much easier for me to spend what ever was needed to save his leg. But, there is only so much money to spend, even with CareCredit. I hope no one else has to make the decision between going further in debt or not when it comes to the health of their pet. I feel we made the right decision and expect this guy to live a good, long life.

I don't need you to justify what you did at all. I am still so sad that ANY "pet" lover would suggest to give up to a rescue is beyond all the things that I preach in rescue. You got a PET and took care of him as best you could. He is not dead..**thank god** and you took him to the vet and had him treated. Sometimes, when you really have to make a hard decision like that, you just do what you have to. I am very glad that you and Moses are great!! From one tri-pod owner to another....some just never understand. They are totally fine.

And I am not sure if I will ever get over the bad taste in my mouth from some.

Our prayers are still with you and the boy!!

05-28-2009, 08:39 AM	#17
yorkie mad ♥Tiny Tia my Furbaby♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: portsmouth england Posts: 1,824 Blog Entries: 7	OMG I am so sorry to hear that. I think that is one of our biggest concerns owning yorkies. Keep us posted on his recovery. __________________ Lots of love from Julie , Olly &Tia's mummy. Yorkies leave paw prints on our hearts

05-29-2009, 06:51 PM	#18
sherile Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pewee Valley, KY Posts: 48	broken leg Took Moses to another vet today to get a 2nd opinion. His was same as the first. Since I didn't opt for surgery, pins and plates, when it first happened, he is afraid there is not enough good bone left to do this now. He said it could be done, then remove all the pins and then find out it didn't take and amputation would be necessary. Why put him thru all that, he's been thru enough. He also said God gave dogs 4 legs for a reason, he will function fine with 3 legs. Heck, he's been 3 legged since I got him. I only had him a day before he broke this leg. As far as turning him over to rescue, I could not even imagine. He is still my baby, and he will still be my baby on 3 legs. He is a our pet, not a show dog or a breeder. So, I am scheduling the amputation for next week. He has to get out of this cast, it is really starting to bother him, plus he is developing an infection. So, I will keep everyone posted and when I figure out how to post pictures, I'll be sure and do so.

05-29-2009, 09:24 PM	#24
LilMissy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 3,421	I personally think it would be worth it to at least try the pins and plate, which is what you should have done the first time around. I know that it's expensive, but your furbaby will be better off in the long run. I paid 3,500 to have a pin and screw placed in Missy's leg after she broke it. Her leg has now healed 100%. It was hard to spend so much money. We had to borrow it because we are a family of 5 living on one wage, but I don't regret it one bit when I see her running and playing like her leg was never broken. That is worth every penny to me. __________________ Shaunna with Missy (my princess) & Dora (my tomboy)

06-07-2009, 10:21 AM	#25
sherile Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pewee Valley, KY Posts: 48	update on broken leg Moses had his leg amputated Friday and I brought him home Saturday morning. He went right outside, took a pee and then layed down for a while. He has been up and following my every step ever since. The vet called me after surgery and said I made the right decision - the break had not healed at all. So, he is doing fine. He had the collar on to stop him from licking, but I found a piece of soft flannel sleeve from an old pair of pajama's, cut a hole for his good leg and put that on him. He looks more comfortable, still can't get to the wound to lick and as there is no bandage on the wound, it makes me feel more comfortable having that open wound covered from dirt and such.

06-07-2009, 11:48 AM	#26
bildio Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Havre de Grace, MD Posts: 1,536	It's sad to hear that your little guy lost his leg, but you did what was best for Moses. Glad he's doing well. __________________ *Niko (3 yrs) Gus (5 yrs)* *Squirt (17 yrs - RIP)*

05-29-2009, 07:21 PM	#19
cynsir The 3 Musketeers Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cloquet, MN Posts: 738 Blog Entries: 1	I am so sorry to hear about your furbaby. I have a 14 month old little boy, Max, he only weighs 2 lb 9 oz. Max broke both of his front legs back in December. We went three months with casts and wraps and his legs still did not heal. I finally to him to another vet who specializes in orthopedics for small dogs. He told me that he would be able to put pins and plates into Max's legs and he he should have a full recovery. Yea it's costly $2500 for both legs but he is going to work with me on payments. Max is scheduled for his surgery on Monday, so I'll iknow then how it goes. Check around to see who the best doctor/surgeon for small dogs. My original vet did suggest amputation or euthanaza after she couldn't heal his legs. Call around please.

05-29-2009, 07:37 PM	#20
omega Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: MN Posts: 7,575	Is it possible for you to find a vet who will let you make a payment plan? I'm sorry, but I really, really hate to see a dog lose a leg because of a money issue. Have you tried any of the organizations that can help with vet bills?

05-29-2009, 07:51 PM	#21
JoshieBoy No Longer a Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 2,114	We would all love to fix a broken leg surgically, but sometimes surgery may not be the best option. I have seen a lot of dogs live a happy life with three legs, so I think Moses will be O.K. I wish you and Moses the best of luck. I would love to hear the outcome after his amputation.

06-07-2009, 02:32 PM	#28
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	IMO, since he had infection from all of this, which could of been far more serious, something had to be done emediately. If it had gotten to the point of losing the yorkie's life, or losing a leg, then cetainly you had made the right decsion. I hope Moses feels better soon so he can run and play, and be happy. I feel badly that there was not anther alternative then to amputate. __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

07-18-2009, 04:37 PM	#29
sherile Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pewee Valley, KY Posts: 48	For any interested, it's been a month since the amputation. Moses is fine. He runs like crazy, plays, eats well and is a normal little puppy. If I hadn't just spent $2000 in January trying to save the life of my other yorkie, it would have been much easier for me to spend what ever was needed to save his leg. But, there is only so much money to spend, even with CareCredit. I hope no one else has to make the decision between going further in debt or not when it comes to the health of their pet. I feel we made the right decision and expect this guy to live a good, long life.