My dad has a 7 month old chocolate lab that has been diagnosed with hip dysplasia in both hips. Does anyone know of alternatives to surgury or is that the best bet? She is a companion animal that my dad got after my mom passed away last July, so putting her down is not an option.
I actually I have Golden ret. that had the surgery done, when he was young, he’s like 7 now and does fine, though we do find if he’s really active that his hips seem to bother him a little so we don’t try and walk him a whole bunch or let him play really rough and hard for too long with my inlaw’s golden doodle.
The wife had this done before I met her, she had it done at the U of M, 6 or so years ago, something like $1600 or so, I’m not sure there is any other alternative. 
I actually I have Golden ret. that had the surgery done, when he was young, he’s like 7 now and does fine, though we do find if he’s really active that his hips seem to bother him a little so we don’t try and walk him a whole bunch or let him play really rough and hard for too long with my inlaw’s golden doodle.
The wife had this done before I met her, she had it done at the U of M, 6 or so years ago, something like $1600 or so, I’m not sure there is any other alternative.
Eye Finder. Is it already affecting the dogs quality of life? If not the vet should have some options to keep the swellign down and prolong the issues that will be associated.
As for surgery. My last golden had both hips done when she was about 5 or 6. The surgery did wonders. She was actually able to hunt (On a limited basis.) for a number of years after. This was a number of years ago so there may be other options now, but we had a positive experience with surgery.
Good luck
Eye Finder. Is it already affecting the dogs quality of life? If not the vet should have some options to keep the swellign down and prolong the issues that will be associated.
As for surgery. My last golden had both hips done when she was about 5 or 6. The surgery did wonders. She was actually able to hunt (On a limited basis.) for a number of years after. This was a number of years ago so there may be other options now, but we had a positive experience with surgery.
Good luck
Chriss,
She gets up a little slow, but other than that she’s alright. The vet said she hasn’t developed arthritus yet. If surgury is the best option, that’s probably what my dad will do.
Thank you,
Adam
Chriss,
She gets up a little slow, but other than that she’s alright. The vet said she hasn’t developed arthritus yet. If surgury is the best option, that’s probably what my dad will do.
Thank you,
Adam
Dr. Allen Dunbar is in eastern Wisconsin and is one of the premier ortho vets in the nation.
He is a sporting dog expert who trains and judges trial dogs across the country – not you’re average vet.
[email protected]
Phone: 920-498-2808
Fax: 920-498-1365
http://www.packerlandvetcenter.com
Good Luck!
Dr. Allen Dunbar is in eastern Wisconsin and is one of the premier ortho vets in the nation.
He is a sporting dog expert who trains and judges trial dogs across the country – not you’re average vet.
[email protected]
Phone: 920-498-2808
Fax: 920-498-1365
http://www.packerlandvetcenter.com
Good Luck!
A coworker of mine just got back from Iowa State University with his Golden Retriever. My coworker’s vet suggested surgery, but the vets at Iowa State did not recommend surgery for his dog because she was in the early stages. They ended up prescribing the dog some pain reliever medicine and a supplement to her food that would promote ligament growth. The vets at Iowa State did say that surgery may be necessary in the future, but they didn’t recommend at the time. This was only last week, so I do not know the progress of the dog.
If I find out the name of the medication, I will post it. I believe it is a prescription and not over the counter.
Good luck.
A coworker of mine just got back from Iowa State University with his Golden Retriever. My coworker’s vet suggested surgery, but the vets at Iowa State did not recommend surgery for his dog because she was in the early stages. They ended up prescribing the dog some pain reliever medicine and a supplement to her food that would promote ligament growth. The vets at Iowa State did say that surgery may be necessary in the future, but they didn’t recommend at the time. This was only last week, so I do not know the progress of the dog.
If I find out the name of the medication, I will post it. I believe it is a prescription and not over the counter.
Good luck.
My co-worker’s golden was prescribed these by the Iowa State Vet.
Anti-inflammatory drug – Previcox
Supplement for joints – Chondro-Flex II Joint Care Formula
Suggested Dog Food – jld Canine (I think to manage weight.)
Hope this helps.
My co-worker’s golden was prescribed these by the Iowa State Vet.
Anti-inflammatory drug – Previcox
Supplement for joints – Chondro-Flex II Joint Care Formula
Suggested Dog Food – jld Canine (I think to manage weight.)
Hope this helps.
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