The Dreaded Luxating Patella Before I got Seleena, I knew nothing about luxating patella; yesterday I got a crash course on it. Much like everyone else, she stared limping on and off earlier this week so I took her to the vet. They gave me the news, showed me diagrams and pictures, and said the "s" word (surgery). Since they don't perform this surgery there, I was referred to an orthopedic surgeon and we have an appointment with her on the 15th. I wasn't told what grade it is, and now that I've armed myself with more information, I'm going to ask the surgeon tons of questions. Luckily, from what I've read about this vet, she's not one to push surgery unless it's needed (in this case, I think it is).
I had a breakdown last night. I know it's something she was born with, but I felt guilty for not taking her earlier, felt guilty that she was uncomfortable, felt guilty for thinking about how much is going to cost, even though I'd do anything for her...just had an overall breakdown. Seleena came and licked all those tears away!
So, anyone in the Austin area who has gone through this know the approx. cost of the surgery? I've seen it vary from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on what part of the country you live in, so I'd like to be a little prepared for the cost when I get there.
Thanks! Austin girl. |