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Luxating Patella
Has anyone's dog ever been diagnosed with Luxating Patella? My bulldog has been recently diagnosed with that and its really been worrying me alot. I dont think its in its asvanced stage though but he does tend to stiffen up his rear leg after every show. I believe its when he's in his cage and starts turning around looking for a right position that he starts to stress on that patella. Could anyone tell me anything about this disease. Is he inherant? If I opt for a surgery, which my vet has adviced, will the leg totally heal and allow him to continue his show or do you think his gait will most likely change permanently?
I love my bulldog to death and he's shown ALOT of potential in the ring but I very much willing to give all that up for his health to be better....I'm just curious though whether theres still a chance for him even after operation.
Hope to hear advice from you guys soon! Thanks!
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