Hi, I have a 1 year old spriger spainiel/ lab cross, and she needs surgery for a torn tendon in her hind right knee. I have read some articles, where some say the surgery can prove very painful for the dog afterward, their changes of arthritis increase and in some cases, the dog does better without the surgery ?
Does anyone have any information about this surgery ? Apparently they are going to take the torn tendon out and put in an artificial replacement? Any info with regards to recovery time and sucess rate ?
Thankyou
2007-11-12 01:35:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
It is a pretty common surgery. There is an increase in arthritis years after, as with any surgery. There is also an increase that the other knee will suffer the same problem. Only your vet can tell you if NOT doing the surgery and managing the condition medically is a good choice. You can seek a second opinion also.
The post-op pain is not that bad. I have had many dogs have the surgery and all did fine. It is a pain because they are on one leg for a while, which is what increases the chances of the second knee going.
Maybe seek a second opinion. And if the dog is overweight, take weight off ASAP. That help with or without the surgery.
2007-11-12 01:41:00 · answer #1 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would get a 2nd opinion from an orthopedic DVM. Previous poster is correct in saying that many dogs will have this problem in both knees.
The recovery period, and limited movement, is very important. If the aftercare is not correct, the surgery can be for naught.
Pain pills are given to the dog for the first 10 days or so, generally.
I have had this surgery done in several dogs (and several of those, both knees). It is pricey, but given a young dog, necessary.
I would, however, also contact the breeder if known and ask if they have had this problem before, etc. This may be a problem common in their line and if so, they need to know it. Never hurts to call. A good breeder will want to know.
It may also require rethinking of the types of exercise the dog is given (e.g. no fly ball, etc.) to minimize impact to the knees.
2007-11-12 09:46:43 · answer #2 · answered by cany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as for the pain and arthritus, as you know humans have pain and arthritus from having surgery too. dogs are no diffrent. of course it will be painful for the healing but if you want your dog to be better it needs it. as for the recovery, it can take as long as 8 weeks. just depends on the severity.
2007-11-12 09:40:05 · answer #3 · answered by Ashley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are a couple of different ways to do this surgery so please ask your vet about other procedures and get a second opinion. the veterinary teaching hospital in your state would be an excellent place to go for a second opinion and surgery options.
2007-11-12 10:14:17 · answer #4 · answered by mups mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the Red Bank animal hospital in Red Bank NJ. They are probably the best dog hospital in the US, and they will tell you. Best of luck.
2007-11-12 09:39:48 · answer #5 · answered by JeffyB 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Please get a second opinion.
2007-11-12 09:38:43 · answer #6 · answered by cathythecook 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋