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Dog owners....one of my babies has a torn ACL...anyone experience this? F****k!
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[quote:Opeth:MV8xMzIzMjc1XzIxNzE3Njg4X0UxQUY3Q0JG] [quote:MountainTux] I hear ya, although to be quite honest, I've always found that a vet that is NOT good with humans is also not as good with animals. I think it's a lack of compassion, which might make for a great mechanic or technician, but does NOT make for an excellent healer. I don't have any pics of Nikita on this machine, but I'll dig one up for you. I CAN show you a pic of my big beautiful boy taken yesterday, though: :einie: That's Einstein. He's Mr. Personality, and a big love bug (emphasis on BIG... LOL) I'll send you one of his sister too, when I get a good one. And I hear what you mean about the whole work thing, I'm lucky to work from home so that in a pinch, I can make time for whatever I need to, within reason. And you don't need to describe it to me, that feeling, because I'm just as protective of MY babies :) And no need to thank me... you'd do the very same for me. And a big XO right back at'cha! [/quote] :sweetest: Wowwwww, he is GORGEOUS! What a beautiful boy! Are they mixed or pure bred? How old are they? Names? Feel free to PM if ya want...as I'm sure our doggie love may bore others, not that I give a flying *f* If I ever get a dog that I do not *rescue*, I wish to own a Newfoundland. I just vibe with those cuties! I like my dogs big and playful AND SMART! All of my babies have been obscure mixes that I got from the shelter as pups or have come across abandoned :crying:. I have that whole 'save me thing' going on. So many are brought into this world already abandoned, it's hard for me to just go get one from a breeder when this is the case. My history with animals has proven 'mutts' far superior to most fancy dogs!...at least in comparison to the other ridiculous dogs in my family. (My parents have chinese cresteds. I rest my point! lol!) Please do send me pics of them when you get some (pm or whatever, or post here). You've helped me through a really rough night and I cannot express my gratitude enough! Always good to bond with a fellow canine lover. You've made my night! : :snogging: :cheers: [/quote]
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Anyone that knows me around here knows I'm a hardcore dog mommy.
To make a long story short. Gypsy, my border collie mix...was having snow shenanigans yesterday and came down bad on one of her back legs. She let out one little yelp and proceeded to remain 3 legged gimpy for the night. I gave her some buffered aspirin and cold compresses, yadda yadda.
Fast forward to today. She was still not walking on the affected leg so I took her to the vet. FUCKING TORN ACL. They are recommending surgery. Clearly I am going to get a second opinion with another family vet but shiiiiit.
It's not about the money, I would sell everything I own to care for my furry babies. I'm just wondering if anyone has experienced this and if it's really the BEST option.
The vet she saw today is SUCH A DOUCHER that I'm not even sure if it's a partial or full tear. If it turns out to be partial, I was thinking I'd rest her and do some home therapy for a few weeks.
Anyone have experience in this arena? I know there are alot of animal lovers on the forum.
Thx guys... I'm seriously a wreck over this. Lost one of babies 2 years ago and I'm always a mess when something goes wrong ...
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