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He's turning 4 next month. The surgery I would be getting done is actually quite common in dogs. We believe he has a partially torn ACL. He had X-rays done and the vet said he was 90% sure that it was partially torn...He told us to try and just let him rest for a couple months and see if there is any improvement. We've tried it but saw no improvement. He's not in obvious pain. He is always down to run around like crazy and he shows no sign of being hurt when he is on the run, but the next day he will be limping pretty badly and hesitates to put his leg down...After a few days it gets a little bit better, but again, he is ready to run like crazy at any time. Anyway, after a year of hoping it will get better, we have finally decided that surgery should be done ASAP to a. repair the current leg and b. prevent arthritis and damage to the opposite leg.
Money is truly not an issue whatsoever, however, I am sure there are surgeons out there that are very capable and are offering to perform the surgery at a very reasonable price. Like any sensible person, I am wanting to find that person. I haven't gotten a chance to look into it in full detail since I have exams right around the corner. I plan to fully research on the surgery and find out who has a good reputation once those are complete.
That said, if anyone can lead to me some sources to help me on my search and to those of you who already have, I will and do really appreciate it. Also, I live in Surrey, and the closer, the better.
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