Jetty Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I have a dilema. I have just got back from the vet. As on my previous post: http://www.dolforums.com.au/index.php?showtopic=170309 As instructed by the Vet we need to get an xray over the next couple of days and if it is what they think it is (fibula vertosis or something) he needs to be operated on not long after otherwise it will get worse and cause him pain for the rest of his life. This operation will cost us $2000. So fingers cross that the xray shows us some better news! However, My mum said if they say it is that to go get another opinion as well from the vet to make sure before spending the money, as well. Just wanting to know everyones opinions as I am pretty upset! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I have a dilema. I have just got back from the vet. As on my previous post: http://www.dolforums.com.au/index.php?showtopic=170309 As instructed by the Vet we need to get an xray over the next couple of days and if it is what they think it is (fibula vertosis or something) he needs to be operated on not long after otherwise it will get worse and cause him pain for the rest of his life. This operation will cost us $2000. So fingers cross that the xray shows us some better news! However, My mum said if they say it is that to go get another opinion as well from the vet to make sure before spending the money, as well. Just wanting to know everyones opinions as I am pretty upset! Oh Crap. Get the X-Rays done.. hopefully it won't be as bad as that. Did the vet suggest how it might have happened? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetty Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 No he didnt say why it happened i just told him how the puppy was jumping around etc and then started limping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redarachnid Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I highly recommend you get a second opinion, for peace of mind. Ask other DOLers for a reference in your area. Best of luck with your pup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puggy_puggy Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 I would recommend you get the xrays done then take it from there. Invest in a crate to keep him confined in as well. The wire ones are the best. Is it the actual knee cap that is fractured or is it the knee cap that is slipping out of it's correct position or has the top of the fibula fractured? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetty Posted June 27, 2009 Author Share Posted June 27, 2009 Update: I ended up deciding to get a second opinion this afternoon and I am glad I did! We took him into a new vet, they were great and I will now be sticking with them! The vet said he his knee most likely has a green stick fracture. He gave us pain killers (the other didnt), gave us good advice and he gave Jet a needle (Which Jet completely ignored and didn't move or notice at all!) Very pleased. Taking him on monday for his xrays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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