I just posted (you even quoted it) that I have worked with dogs on both sides of the spectrum. More specific? I'll give you an example of each.Originally Posted by SnowShredder
One is an Akita who had the surgery (TPLO) when he was 5. The dog is now 8. He has to take Demerol, fish oil and glucosamine amongst other medications daily.
Another is a young Black Lab who tore both her ACLs and that is the reason I was hired to take care of her. I have seen from day one the extreme measures that have been taken to keep a constant eye on her and to rehabilitate her. She is absolutely healed 9 months later with no lameness.
It's your choice and you have chosen surgery. Ok, thats great! It's you and your dogs lives not mine. Like I keep repeating over and over I was just trying to help. I am going off of real life experience. Not through someone who makes their living off of selling their surgeries and pills. I agree it is more humane in the short run for sure. Not always for the long run...
