2007-06-02 09:04:27 · 8 answers · asked by rain 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You will not be doing the operation for the dog. It would be for you. Dogs are not human, they can not think, they do not get sad or remorseful. Your dog does not know that it isn't supposed to be blind. All it knows is that this is normal. I've had blind dogs, I've had deaf dogs, and I've had blind and deaf dogs. They do fine and are just as great as normal dogs except for some limitations. So don't believe that you will be doing your dog a favor, you will be doing it for yourself.
2007-06-02 09:21:33 · answer #1 · answered by DaveSFV 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Really depends on you. Do you love your dog enough to spend that money. Some owners have the money to throw away while others are more on a budget. I know what i'm saying here is not what everyone would like - but with every operation there are also risks that your dog might not wake up - especially small dogs where vets can overdose on anesthesia. It's really a decision that can not be made by someone outside the family.
2007-06-02 16:11:03 · answer #2 · answered by Chibi 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Take him to vet & follow the instructions & go through this paper
Research Project:
Juvenile Cataracts
The Foundation is currently investigating priorities in research. If you
are concerned about cataracts please contact us.
A cataract is defined as a loss of the normal transparency of the lens of
the eye. Any spot on the lens that is opaque, regardless of size, is
considered a cataract. They may affect one or both eyes. Some are clearly
visible to the naked eye, appearing as white or bluish dots.
The prudent approach is to assume that progressive cataracts are
hereditary. However, cataracts may result from injuries to the eye,
exposure to great heat, radiation, diabetes, and old age (senile).
Cataracts can also occur from ocular inflammation, specific metabolic
diseases, persistent pupillary membrane ( PPM ), or nutritional
deficiencies. http://www.jrt-research.com/research/cataracts.html
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2007-06-03 02:26:09 · answer #3 · answered by sandeep k 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I would say it is worth it to have the operation and give your dog back it's sight.
I'd do anything I could for my dogs.
Talk to the vet, and see if you can work out a payment plan. If not, the vet might know of an organization that might be able to help you pay for the operation.
2007-06-02 16:08:30 · answer #4 · answered by Jocelyn7777 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
'Cataract' operations are carried out quite frequently now and are highly successful. Whether you consider it is "worth it" as you put is up to you, however I know that love my dogs and they are my responsibility so they would have the op even if I had to sell my computer. Get the idea?
2007-06-02 16:11:19 · answer #5 · answered by Collie 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Put a blindfold over your eyes and try to get around and see what it's like to be blind.
If you don't have the surgery done, that's what your poor baby will go through. Since he's so young, have the surgery done and give him a chance to enjoy life a while longer.
2007-06-02 16:08:59 · answer #6 · answered by KittyKat 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i depends on how well it gets around without being able to see.
its kind of a young dog so maybe you want to consider it
my lab tore his ACL and the operation is like $5000 with a 50% chance hed tear his other one
but we didnt get it done and he's fine
2007-06-02 16:10:30 · answer #7 · answered by kaaaaaaaaaaatttttttieee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My animals are FAMILY and I would do anything for my family. Pleas find it in your heart to help your friend.
2007-06-02 16:09:39 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋