my pit bull had to have surgery on his knee. he tore his, i guess you could call it, ACL. he had the surgery almost 3 3 monthes ago and hes limping agian. does it just take a long time for dogs to heal or did he probably tear it agian?
2006-08-08 12:51:09 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
My little guy had a knee cap the kept moving, so they had to tie it down with surgery. He limps every now and then and this was almost 5 yrs ago. Arthritis developes with most knee injuries. Try a product call HIP CHIPS, by Greenie, Go to EntirelyPets.com They're not expensive (4.99 per bag). They contain Glucosomin and Chondroitin and MsM. Best thing I ever gave my little one.
2006-08-08 12:57:18 · answer #1 · answered by modelmaster2@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cruciate repair can be done in a couple of ways. The most recent type is a TPLO surgery where they cut and rotate the bone to stabilize the knee from the torn ACL (best for bigger dogs). The other way is where they use a nylon line and tighten up the joint to stabilize. If this way is don ethere is the chance the line has loosened or even broken, which is common in larger breed or very active dogs. The meniscus, if intact at the time of surgery and left in place, may have torn also. Both a loose/broken line or torn meniscus can cause limping. There is also the possibility the dog has developed severe arthritis in the knee, which is very common after surgery.
See your vet, discuss the type of surgery he had, and where to go from here.
2006-08-08 13:14:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
These kinds of questions should be to your vet, hon. Your pup may or may not need further help, possibly even some type of physio. Just call the vet, no need for another visit. Take care of that puppy!
2006-08-08 12:54:46 · answer #3 · answered by shire_maid 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have the vet look at it. It can tear again, so it is best to get it checked. Sometimes, they will recast it, but other times they want to redo the surgery or just hope it recovers.
2006-08-08 12:54:33 · answer #4 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't say he tore it, but the injury could have still flared up. I'd make him get plenty of rest, no real strenuous activity. Call a vet and ask their opinion.
2006-08-08 12:53:57 · answer #5 · answered by the_gurl_in_ur_liquid_dreams 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would ask ur vet about that. he might of twisted his knee the wrong way. usually when u break or tear something it doesn't heal all the way it will always bother u.
2006-08-08 12:57:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My pit bull's leg got ripped off.
2006-08-08 12:53:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll need to get him evaluated by the vet again .It is possible that he reinjured himself if his activity wasn't restricted enough for as long as it needed to be.
2006-08-08 12:56:18 · answer #8 · answered by Nikki 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the bandage could have been removed too soon...he may need more support for a longer time..check with your vet..poor little guy...
2006-08-08 12:56:18 · answer #9 · answered by Happy Summer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on which knee the ligiment was torn, there are three, the right knee, the left knee, and the wee-knee
2006-08-08 12:55:57 · answer #10 · answered by Ryan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋