wrote in
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Thanks for all the hope this thread has given me.
I do think the problem is mild. He walks and runs perfectly, but can't
do stairs sometimes.
-Pete




OK then if you are going that route, how about shorter walks on leash?
Sure, the dog will want to run around but at least you will be
preventinh further damage. If the fella is 10/11 years old, slowing down
a bit is not a bad thing and the stairs might be do-able again for a
while.

You have to save the dog from himself and his instincts and desire to
play.

Sounds like you have a couple of good years left together if you do this
right, and no need to overdo it, just enjoy each others company.