Update on Bella's Leg

[Bellas_mommy]

We just returned from the vet and it turns out that Bella has LP in both of her knees. According to the new vet that we visited, it was a genetic condition caused by too shallow of a grove for her knee cap. She has grade 1 in her right hind leg and grade 2 in her left hind leg. I am shocked by this considering that she was checked when she was younger and she had no signs of problems and she has never exhibited any problems.

The vet showed me how to manually rotate her little knee into place, which is going to be very hard for me to do because I hate to see her in plain. She was also proscribed two medications and we will be checking in with the doctor on Friday to chart her progress.

I am very sad that she has LP, but I am slightly relived that it has not progressed into anything more severe. And the vet said that most of his patients that have had this condition have had their symptoms controlled without the use of surgery.

Do any of you have babies that have a smiliar situation? Did they require surgery?

[Elaine Benise]

I'm so sorry the news wasn't what you wanted to hear. But hopefully they'll be able to treat it without surgery and she'll be just fine. These little turds sure do pull on our heart strings!

[John Stelting]

Bently has stage 2 in one of his back legs. I put him on a supplement I got that is a chew, since he disliked the liquid one put on his food, and he's doing great. I haven't seen him hopping for over 3 weeks now. I also increased his daily walks to 2 times per day and now walk him apprx. 1 mile in the afternoon and 1/2 mile in the morning.

If I can remember the name of the supplement I'll email it to you.

Good luck.

John

[BonBon]

Did the doctor recommend giving her a glucosamine supplement? A lot of us have had great success with our yorkies joint problems because of glucosamine. I'd recommend looking into Cosequin. I'm sorry the doctor didn't have better news for you.

[John Stelting]

The supplement is zuke's hip action. Beef flavored. I think they also come in Chicken flavor. I give him 1 treat each day for lunch and he's doing great. The supplement isn't expensive as the liquid one was so I was able to save some money too.

Good luck

[Bellas_mommy]

Originally Posted by Elaine Benise

I'm so sorry the news wasn't what you wanted to hear. But hopefully they'll be able to treat it without surgery and she'll be just fine. These little turds sure do pull on our heart strings!

They definitely do capture a special place in your heart. Thank you so much for your support.

[Bellas_mommy]

Originally Posted by John Stelting

Bently has stage 2 in one of his back legs. I put him on a supplement I got that is a chew, since he disliked the liquid one put on his food, and he's doing great. I haven't seen him hopping for over 3 weeks now. I also increased his daily walks to 2 times per day and now walk him apprx. 1 mile in the afternoon and 1/2 mile in the morning.

If I can remember the name of the supplement I'll email it to you.

Good luck.

John

Thank you so much John. Your post gives me so much hope for little Bella's condition. And I definitely appreciate any additional information you could provide me with.
I pray that Bently continues to progress.

[chandracz]

Originally Posted by Bellas_mommy

We just returned from the vet and it turns out that Bella has LP in both of her knees. According to the new vet that we visited, it was a genetic condition caused by too shallow of a grove for her knee cap. She has grade 1 in her right hind leg and grade 2 in her left hind leg. I am shocked by this considering that she was checked when she was younger and she had no signs of problems and she has never exhibited any problems.

The vet showed me how to manually rotate her little knee into place, which is going to be very hard for me to do because I hate to see her in plain. She was also proscribed two medications and we will be checking in with the doctor on Friday to chart her progress.

I am very sad that she has LP, but I am slightly relived that it has not progressed into anything more severe. And the vet said that most of his patients that have had this condition have had their symptoms controlled without the use of surgery.

Do any of you have babies that have a smiliar situation? Did they require surgery?

Bailey's knee used to pop out when he was a baby and I did a ton of research on it (before I knew anything about YT). I am avid about taking vitamins and a firm believer in how vitamins can help you. Anyway, after doing much research I found something called Synovi granuals and after asked my vet about it. Turns out they sell it in their office and were the cheapest place around. I give it to him every day on his food at night on his food. Since then, his knee has not popped out (knock on wood). I'm not saying this is going to happen for you but it's worth a try to look into some vitamins for your baby. They really do work IMO...

Oh, I should also add that Bailey is now almost 5 years old (on May 7th).

[Bellas_mommy]

Originally Posted by bonbon

Did the doctor recommend giving her a glucosamine supplement? A lot of us have had great success with our yorkies joint problems because of glucosamine. I'd recommend looking into Cosequin. I'm sorry the doctor didn't have better news for you.

Thank yo so much for your support. I asked the vet about the Cosequin and he said that it may be something to look into, but he didn't prescribe any during this visit. From researching on YT I discovered a ton of positive reviews for this product, and I plan to get her started on this too (along with some additional vitamin supplements).

[Bellas_mommy]

Originally Posted by John Stelting

The supplement is zuke's hip action. Beef flavored. I think they also come in Chicken flavor. I give him 1 treat each day for lunch and he's doing great. The supplement isn't expensive as the liquid one was so I was able to save some money too.

Good luck

Thanks so much John!

[Bellas_mommy]

Originally Posted by chandracz

Bailey's knee used to pop out when he was a baby and I did a ton of research on it (before I knew anything about YT). I am avid about taking vitamins and a firm believer in how vitamins can help you. Anyway, after doing much research I found something called Synovi granuals and after asked my vet about it. Turns out they sell it in their office and were the cheapest place around. I give it to him every day on his food at night on his food. Since then, his knee has not popped out (knock on wood). I'm not saying this is going to happen for you but it's worth a try to look into some vitamins for your baby. They really do work IMO...

Oh, I should also add that Bailey is now almost 5 years old (on May 7th).

Thank you so much for the advice on the vitamin supplements. I will definitely look into these. And I'm so glad to here that Bailey is doing well.

[FlDebra]

Can't offer any first hand experience, but want to pass on well wishes for your little Bella. I know many of the Yorkies here with LP are doing well. Sounds like you caught it early and with the right meds and attention, she should do fine. Praying she will be able to avoid surgery and be pain-free.