My dog twisted leg after CCL surgery; can't bear weight. What's wrong?

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My 4 year old golden retriever had cruciate ligament surgery 6 days ago. He has been Making a great recovery but today while walking on a lead he twisted his leg and now cannot put any weight on it. My vet does not know what could be wrong he says that the bone and joint are in place do you have any suggestion. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 10 months old | 80 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

It probably just sprained it. It is not uncommon for dogs to do very well post-op and then have a bit of a set back. You didn't mention which type of surgery he had to correct his CCL tear. Did they put in a false ligament? Was a TTA done? Was the meniscus involved? All of that can play a factor on what may be going on. I suggest you just rest him very strictly and ice the knee for 10 minutes 3-4 times per day (both the outer and inner portions of the knee). Continue all the medications that your vet has prescribed. If not much improvement after ~7 days of this I suggest you get a referral from your vet to an orthopedic surgeon for a second opinion. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My dog twisted leg after CCL surgery; can't bear weight. What's wrong?

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