Dog owners....one of my babies has a torn ACL...anyone experience this? F****k! | |
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(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:10 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | my poor fluffin. FFS.... way to start the new year. JUST had her at the vet for a bladder infection. "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:11 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | what is F****k? Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1228979oh sorry. FUCK. Care to contribute now or are you just going to be an asterisk nazi? "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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User ID: 1229024 United States 01/13/2011 07:13 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | And from what I understand, that's not uncommon. The good news is that, according to the Obama administration, the rich will pay for everything. The bad news is that, according to the Obama administration, you're rich. ~P. J. O'Rourke |
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User ID: 1228973 Estonia 01/13/2011 07:14 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Dog meat,yummmm...yeah,sure bring 'em over i'll fix her up! But honestly i think you should just find a different vet...i don't get people who go to the doctors or to an appointment,end up with a total fucktard treating them,and then they are unable to find someone better and end up going along with a shitty decision that they'll regret later. YOU CAN DOOOO IT!! “The desire of power in excess caused the angels to fall; the desire of knowledge in excess caused man to fall.” - Francis Bacon, Sr. quotes (English Lawyer and Philosopher. 1561-1626) You will now All->Save->Undo->Cut->Copy->Paste->Bold->Print->Home->Alt->Ctrl->Pause->Break->Page Down->Page Up->Enter Insert->End->Delete Choose your destiny. Sub-atomic <-> atomic sub |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 1218598 United States 01/13/2011 07:16 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I would assume it needs some type of brace to offer support to at least have a chance at healing properly. Your pup will learn to walk on the brace I'd assume. I dont really have any experience with dogs, just trying to relate it to a human knee injury. |
schizy User ID: 1229090 United States 01/13/2011 07:17 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I used to be a partial owner in a dog kennel and a groomer/rescuer - 10 years experience. Depending on how old the border collie is -- -health issues, etc.etc. would determine what I would do. Your only option is surgery. Being blunt - I understand your pain and your attachment, believe me - when I had it I spend several thousand on my dogs..... But heres the reality and my opinion --- border collies are busy dogs that are HARD to rehab. That dog will have to stay in a cage for probably a couple of weeks solid to immobalize the joint and leg for healing. Do you think this dog is "sedate" enough to handle it? You would more than likely have to sedate him/her to get her through it...do you have the patience and the thousands its gonna cost? 5g is not out of the question..... I'm sorry for you and your dogs pains! But surgery is all you can do. You can find a holistic specialized vet who can do chinese herbs and acupuncture to aid the healing but you HAVE to get it surgically fixed first. Best wishes -- ---- |
Opeth
(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:17 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Dayum, Opeth, sorry to hear that. My BIL's dog had the same thing happen. They had the surgery, the dog was on bed rest for weeks, the whole deal. Within days after being given the "all clear" on that knee, the dog tore the other one. Quoting: D's PetAnd from what I understand, that's not uncommon. Thx darlin :( No it's pretty common in some breeds. Gypsy is a super spaz. I want her to have full use of both legs. She's 7. I'm so upset. When I say my dogs are my kids, I am not exaggerating. I'm all mind fucked with this. She doesn't appear to be in any pain but she's a real toughie. My vet didn't even feel the need to do an xray which pissed me off. I need to know if it's partial or not. IDK....just doing alot of research. Going to schedule with my parents vet because he's done MANY surgeries on their dogs. I'm just so upset and I don't want to rush into surgery if it's not really the best alternative. *sigh* "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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User ID: 521603 United States 01/13/2011 07:17 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | If it is the ACL, it won't fix it's self. Both of my Shepherd mix dogs tore theirs. Since they were still quite young my wife and I had them operated on. If you don't fix it the poor pup will live in chronic pain. Wonderful companionship! Great watch dogs! Would never harm a child! $1850.00 to operate on ACL! PRICELESS You gotta do-watcha gotta do! Bless you. |
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User ID: 1176427 United States 01/13/2011 07:18 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of four major knee ligaments in a mammal's leg (that would be us humans and for instance your dog). While humans can wear a brace in SOME cases, the need for a surgery reduces the healing time - a lot. It also means that the patient will be up and running in short order, instead of barely moving for up to a year. I imagine that a dog would require the surgery simply because they are a dog and will not follow doctors orders (keep off the leg, ice it, don't chase squirrels, etc). In HUMANS approximately 50 percent of ACL injuries occur in combination with damage to the meniscus, articular cartilage, or other ligaments. Additionally, patients may have bruises of the bone beneath the cartilage surface. I would imagine that similar damage takes place with dogs too. HUMAN patients who have instability in the knee with an ACL will almost always be giving surgery. Those who still maintain stability will be given the option, being told right off the bat that they will be in a brace for months, potentially a year and in a decent amount of pain for all of that time. We have to remember that with animals and injury, letting them 'heal' on their own is not the best idea. When I was a kid we had a dog that had a ACL, the dog was put in a splint, then two weeks later she ran out into the woods, snagged on a bit of debris and completely wrecked the knee. This sort of risk is greatly reduced with the 'quick' repair method of surgery. I'm willing to bet that your second and third and fourth opinions from vets will all say that surgery is the best route. Sinkhole list: Thread: Sinkholes Updated 28 Dec 2010 find a sinkhole, add it to this thread, please. "Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him." (1 John 3:15, NKJV). |
INK User ID: 1222484 United States 01/13/2011 07:18 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 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 ... :crying: Yikes! Sorry about your doggy, but can you wait a few days? My three year old dog fell down the icy stairs outside and was gimping around for a few days, but got over it by day four. Maybe it's really only a sprain (or strain)? Good luck. |
Opeth
(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:18 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Dog meat,yummmm...yeah,sure bring 'em over i'll fix her up! Quoting: Xibalbá beBut honestly i think you should just find a different vet...i don't get people who go to the doctors or to an appointment,end up with a total fucktard treating them,and then they are unable to find someone better and end up going along with a shitty decision that they'll regret later. YOU CAN DOOOO IT!! There are 2 different vets in that practice, been with them for years. The entire time I've had these dogs. Anyway, I'm going for a follow up with another vet. I want an xray, not a pompous opinion. Fucking bastards. "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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User ID: 1190839 United States 01/13/2011 07:22 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | our dog had it on front leg (she likes jumping over fences)... Vet didn't know if it was partial either, but said either way it will finish tearing, so surgery is needed. We didn't let our dog run for several weeks, gave some anti-flamatory meds for a while. It's been over 4 months, she seems to be fine now, not limping. |
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(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:23 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I used to be a partial owner in a dog kennel and a groomer/rescuer - 10 years experience. Depending on how old the border collie is -- -health issues, etc.etc. would determine what I would do. Your only option is surgery. Being blunt - I understand your pain and your attachment, believe me - when I had it I spend several thousand on my dogs..... Quoting: schizy 1229090But heres the reality and my opinion --- border collies are busy dogs that are HARD to rehab. That dog will have to stay in a cage for probably a couple of weeks solid to immobalize the joint and leg for healing. Do you think this dog is "sedate" enough to handle it? You would more than likely have to sedate him/her to get her through it...do you have the patience and the thousands its gonna cost? 5g is not out of the question..... I'm sorry for you and your dogs pains! But surgery is all you can do. You can find a holistic specialized vet who can do chinese herbs and acupuncture to aid the healing but you HAVE to get it surgically fixed first. Best wishes -- ---- Hey, thank you. That's the thing, Gypsy is your stereoptypical BC. ...on the positive side, she is VERY intelligent and is able to discern danger and act with caution. She has never been crated, nor is it an option. Again, she is 'scary smart' and I'm not that worried about her ability to cope. I am just thinking that if it's a small tear that other options might be more beneficial to try first. Then if that didn't work, of course surgery. The $$ factor sucks but as I said, we will make it work. There is nothing we wouldn't do for them...like most people with their kids. We don't have human children, we have our doggies. BTW, she is 7. Had parvo as a pup. A few urinary tract infections, otherwise healthy. Seriously, thank you so much for your input! "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 222101 United States 01/13/2011 07:26 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 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 ... :crying: Aw, I'm so sorry. Poor Gypsy. This happened to one of my dogs, a shepherd/husky mix when she was around 8 or so. It was a full tear, and she did have the surgery and it went well. The hardest part was the separation, they kept her overnight. She was an abused, late in life rescue, and really bonded to us, and didn't trust people. So we paid the vet tech $100 to stay with her overnight because they wouldn't let me stay there with her. I was afraid she would think we abandoned her. The only issue is the day we brought her home, she had a little problem with urinary incontinence, that she had the rest of her life. I always wondered if it was a side effect of the anesthesia, or maybe it was her age and would have happened anyway. She was a wonderful and sensitive dog. I've also torn an ACL, it was very painful when it happened but not after a week or so. But I would fall without warning and I could feel the two bones hitting together, which was an eerie feeling. I had the surgery as well and walk normally. I also had 6 months of PT which the dog didn't need. I was amazed that she wanted to run in a weeks time. I wasn't allowed to do that for 6 months. They really do heal so much faster than us. That was years ago, and she is gone now. So, I imagine they are doing even less invasive surgeries now. My best wishes to you and Gypsy. |
Opeth
(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:26 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | If it is the ACL, it won't fix it's self. Both of my Shepherd mix dogs tore theirs. Since they were still quite young my wife and I had them operated on. If you don't fix it the poor pup will live in chronic pain. Quoting: MkguyverWonderful companionship! Great watch dogs! Would never harm a child! $1850.00 to operate on ACL! PRICELESS You gotta do-watcha gotta do! Bless you. Thank you friend. It's not the money at all. Granted is sucks but I don't have a spending limit on the needs of my loved ones...lol. DOGS INCLUDED! I have been doing some research and it says so many contradicting things. I guess I will just give it a few days, see this other vet and take it from there. She is not exhibiting any pain but again, she is pretty tough and althletic so I am sure she's suffering on some level....that breaks my heart so I'm not just going to let this go on forever. Just wanted some feedback from other dog lovers. Many thanks! "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
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(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:27 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | our dog had it on front leg (she likes jumping over fences)... Quoting: LA-LA-LAVet didn't know if it was partial either, but said either way it will finish tearing, so surgery is needed. We didn't let our dog run for several weeks, gave some anti-flamatory meds for a while. It's been over 4 months, she seems to be fine now, not limping. How old is yours La la? "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
Opeth
(OP) User ID: 1113610 United States 01/13/2011 07:30 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | $1000 surgery for my Jack Russell's torn ACL, had to carry him up & down the stairs for weeks, keep confined, no jumping, etc. A couple of months after it was healed the other one tore, cost another grand. Quoting: peachBut he is worth every $$$ & more! Hell yes they are. I'm looking at just under 2k. That's not the issue though, I just want to be sure it's the right thing. Also, want a damn xray, not some dick saying...'oh well, I didn't need to take one as it was an obvious ACL tear'. I want someone to sit and show me. Sadly, today I got the dr. in the practice that I do not care for. :( "Today young men on acid realized all matter is merely energy condensed to a slow vibration... that we are all one conciousness experiencing ourselves subjectively. There is no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. ...Here's Tom with the weather" :Opeth-1: |
LA-LA-LA
User ID: 1190839 United States 01/13/2011 07:31 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | our dog had it on front leg (she likes jumping over fences)... Quoting: OpethVet didn't know if it was partial either, but said either way it will finish tearing, so surgery is needed. We didn't let our dog run for several weeks, gave some anti-flamatory meds for a while. It's been over 4 months, she seems to be fine now, not limping. How old is yours La la? she is about 6-7 I am not an expert though, we just couldn't afford surgery, and had to try other ways to heal. We had a street cat we were feeding, he got hit by a car, and his back leg was hanging (lingament was torn)...Vet said to put him down or several thousand dollar surgery. We couldn't afford surgery, but didn't want to kill the guy...So we just kept feeding him....Several months later, he was only slightly limping, he was just fine. Last Edited by LA-LA-LA on 01/13/2011 07:36 PM |