Tell him Aunt CR is coming to get him. I took the seats outta my van for that handsome. We will go on a road trip. that will cheer him up. And I guess you can come too, hate to see you drink alone. :razzberry: But if you pass out I cannot promise that I will not take off with that man of yours.
Have you looked into seeing a rehab vet? They are truly miracle workers. If you need recommendation, join Canine Conditioning and Body Awareness Exercises on FB if you have FB. Otherwise, I can look it up for you.
Hugs to Mr. Mateo from me and P.
Absolutely NO exercise for at least a month, or more, I mean NONE, only out to do his business and then back to as stationary as you can make him. If it is a tear then the tendon needs to repair itself and it takes time. The less stress on the leg the better, its up to us to make them be as still as possible. I also agree with the hydrotherapy but only after he is not limping anymore.
Sorry I missed this post. We're sending healing vibes Mateo's way! Here's another article on Non Surgical options from Whle Dog Journal. I didn't see that anyone had posted it.
http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/issues/13_2/features/Canine-Ligament-Injury-Options_16198-1.html
Zeek has a minor tear that we are managing. Our holistic vet recommended swimming (of course) and gentle leashed walks up hills to build the supportive muscles and tissues.
Please keep us posted!
My vet advised against walking up or down hills as the leg/knee slides forward when walking on inclines/declines and subsequently creates pressure on the ligaments causing the tear to eventually increase in size.
I was wondering about that, too... Anyway, no inclines around here. And of course, no stairs-- there are 3 steps up to my building, but I help him up those.
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Kryten was a little different because his was an elbow instead of a knee and he had surgery but one thing that was stressed was that the joint needed to be stable before I started working on restoring muscle strength in that leg. The first 2 months after surgery he was allowed 10 minute on leash potty breaks where every move was controlled. He got to active on one break and set his recovery back to the start so ensuring that activity levels are controlled is important.
What's your mantra?
Restriction! Restriction! Restriction!!!
Ya'll can do it. Mateo will adjust. You just have to have faith in him. He already has faith in you.
I would never leave you lol!! Promise
Hang in there hun this is a huge change for you and Mateo!!!! I know you are very active with that boy of yours. Rest rest rest!!! Don't feel bad or that you are cheating him. Being a mom is never easy, we have to do what is best for our babies.
Hi we're new members and came upon your post. We wanted to just tell you we hope you both get through this and we're rootin for Mateo's full recovery.
Meanwhile, we haven't read all the responses but wanted to mention ..that 2 of our family members both humans- actually have gone through this and at points along the way surgery was felt to be the one and only option as per our respective doctors.
After literally months of limited mobility, frustrating/excruciating pain and disrupted sleep.. rest, ice, etc. One person (me) went to see an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. Well, it was expected he was going to recommend surgery be scheduled but surprisingly he didn't. Instead, the surgeon prescribed a medication called Mobic/Meloxicam and in a matters of weeks it was as if it Never ever happened. It felt like a miracle.
One of the sad parts was not being able to even walk our dogs never mind play with them. Well, just today the dogs and I went running together and played ball.
Our other family member subsequently, went from undergoing an MRI and a scheduled surgery.. to seeing this doctor and is now back to horseback riding and cross country eventing.. having been prescribed the same medication in a different dosage. The doctor did initially prescibe a few days dosage of prednisone but after that just the meloxicam.
The reason I'm mentioning this, is some months back I was reading about it and learned they actually are now prescribing this same medication to canines!
I thought well, it certainly can't hurt to share.
Again, Well Wishes and pawsitive thoughts your way!!
Sorry to hear about your pups knee. My pup slipped and my first fear was a ligament tear or rupture. Did your vet do a sliding drawer test to diagnose his knee? I am not a vet, but have background in Biology and the sliding drawer test seems to be the best way to access a torn knee ligament. i completely respect your opinion on surgery. I cam accross the same information on this surgery and it only seems to have a 50-60 percent full recovery success rate and a 60 percent chance that the other knee will tear in a year. You also have to take into consideration the size and age of the dog. It's a lot to consider, no matter how much you love your pup surgery is not always the best choice. Good luck and I hope your pup feels better soon.
Last February my dog was diagnosed with a CCL, even though they could not get a confirmation VIA the drawer test. in 3 weeks she was back to normal. Hope your dog recovers.