My puppy has genetic issues. What's his life quality and lifespan?

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My 6-month-old -neutered, male-puppy has several genetic issues (ectopic cilia, osteochondritis dissecans, beginnings of hip dysplasia.) He has had the cilia removed, and will go through arthroscopy to fix the OCD. I am concerned about his overall life quality and lifespan because he has had some severe issues considering his age. How should we proceed with his care? What can we expect his life quality and expectancy to be like? Is it the most humane thing to put him through several surgeries? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 6 months and 8 days old | 57.5 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Poor Isaac! Generally ocd surgery is quite succesful and would be expected to provide a return to near normal mobility. Most birth and growth defects tend to surface by 9-12months so it is likely he has been through the worst of it so far. If however you believe he is suffering and his character is being affected by pain and discomfort which is not responding to medication then euthanasia is indeed an option to relieve him of discomfort

My puppy has genetic issues. What's his life quality and lifespan?

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