My dog's luxating patella recurred. How severe is a second surgery?

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How severe is recurreance of a luxating patella (grade 3 both legs)? My dog had the surgery done four years ago, and now she's gonna be operated again next week. I just want to be prepared in case there is a change of her needing to be put down. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 8 years old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Not that severe usually to require a euthanasia. Usually this surgery (especially if Peppi is a small breed) is resolutive,but the most delicate part of it, I would say, is the post-operative period, in which initial strict rest has to be followed by gradually increased and proper exercise. I am sure you vet will give detailed explanations about it, based on specific type of surgery they are going to perform. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My dog's luxating patella recurred. How severe is a second surgery?

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