Hi All.. Newbie here hoping for some advice. I Have an 8yo Border Collie who back in May totally ruptured her Anterior Cruciate Ligament in her right hind leg (vet couldnt find it when he did op).. Had the op to fix it, and it has been a slow recovery since.. (strains, swelling etc) 2 days ago whilst out walking she somehow managed to strain it again (was on leash) and here I was thinking we were getting back to 'normal'. Anyway, whilst at vet he suggested removing 'replacement ligament' as there would be enough scar tissue etc there to keep it stable, and that the replacement ligament may be what is causing her ongoing problems?
My only concern with this is .. what if we remove it, then find that we did need it!!??? I dont want to put her through any unnessecary pain etc. Ant thoughts on this?? Anyone had this done??
Please help!!
Thanx in advance!!
Nooks 'worried' mum!!