Thread: Hip Displasia

Very sorry here too,I know it can be a problem with MC's but luckily have never had a hint of it in mine & haven't known anyone who has,seems very weird at 5yrs old for it to all suddenly become so apparent in both hips at the same time you very often pick up dysplasia through a strange "gait" when they are a bit younger,what did the xrays show....? Did the vet say how bad they were...? Have you been in touch with Watseka's breeder,two reasons really,one that she could hopefully help advice & guide you but also she needs to be made aware because of the breeding from cats that could carry the gene......
I am not sure if there is anyone on the forum who has gone through such a nightmare but hopefully if there is they will come on & help you all I can say is once you get over the shock of this diagnosis go back to your vet & have a discussion with him on the advantages & disadvantages of the two options..... Yes it is awful to think of an animal on painkillers at such a young age & yes there are side effects from drugs but some animals can be on medications from a very young age & as long as they are monitored still live a normal life span but some as with humans will chuck up a side effect that can in some cases be worse than what it is being used to treat for,op wise I would take it that they would do one side,most probably the worst if there is a difference then once Watseka had recovered from that one then do the other which is a long time being restricted & on cage rest but that against medication at such a young age could be the way to go... I have come across a lot of things working at a vets for 40 years & I have seen many young dogs with this problem but never ever a cat so although I don't wish this on any one I do hope someone can come on & help you,love to you all at this difficult time & a special cuddle to Watseka & whatever you decide will be right for both of you....xxx
Just an afterthought haven't heard about a special diet for this would be interesting to know what it is .....x