So Suja has it right - growth plates in the ulnas closed faster than in the
radius. Radius not closed now . So, surgery ASAP before arthritis develops
in the joints which are rubbing. We are scheduled for the 14th.

What they do for this is cut the ulna in half. And usually they just leave
it that way. Sometimes they put rods in. the idea is to have the ulna then
regenerate and grow new ends until they meet and are the same length as the
radius. Sometimes they heal too quickly.

Luckily, this isnt' the kind of surgery where the dog has to remain still
for weeks on end. They want them walking quickly Apparently they are
"pathetic" for the first couple of weeks and on limited activity for 6-8
weeks but by the time we go to australia the dr feels that pirate will be in
good shape - able to climb stairs to go to bed, etc.

Its going to be expensive (today alone was 425$) but I feel better knowing
its not some pie in the sky number i really don't know how I am going to
come up with. I mean, I don't have this much laying around but I've got zero
percent credit card and the means to pay for this.

"Beth In Alaska" wrote in message
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(snip)
Luckily, this isnt' the kind of surgery where the dog has to remain still
for weeks on end. They want them walking quickly Apparently they are
"pathetic" for the first couple of weeks and on limited activity for 6-8
weeks but by the time we go to australia the dr feels that pirate will be
in
good shape - able to climb stairs to go to bed, etc.

Its going to be expensive (today alone was 425$) but I feel better knowing
its not some pie in the sky number i really don't know how I am going to
come up with. I mean, I don't have this much laying around but I've got
zero
percent credit card and the means to pay for this.

This is the best use of a credit card, an emergency. I read somewhere that
you should never charge anything that you won't have after it's been paid
for-like gasoline, or a restaurant tab. But you'll have Pirate for years
and years and it's his well-being and health you're paying for.

I'm glad you're feeling more optimistic. You'll be in our thoughts, and
watch out for the vibes coming your way-they be powerful!
Karla

"Beth In Alaska" wrote in message:

So Suja has it right - growth plates in the ulnas closed faster than in
the
radius.

Damn.

What they do for this is cut the ulna in half. And usually they just
leave
it that way. Sometimes they put rods in. the idea is to have the ulna
then
regenerate and grow new ends until they meet and are the same length as
the
radius. Sometimes they heal too quickly.

I hope it goes well, he heals quickly and completely, and is back to his old
self in no time.

Suja

"Beth In Alaska" wrote in message
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snipped

Its going to be expensive (today alone was 425$) but I feel better knowing
its not some pie in the sky number i really don't know how I am going to
come up with. I mean, I don't have this much laying around but I've got
zero
percent credit card and the means to pay for this.


Although it sounds expensive, it does sound like the news was better then
what you had feared it could be, so in that respect, that's a positive. And
as you say, the recuperation period isn't as bad as had been feared. That
breeder is damn lucky it was you who set your sights on Pirate. And it goes
without saying that Pirate is lucky to have found such a great home with
such caring and responsbile owners. Have you talked with monk about all
this? Curious as to how much he understands, etc.

best,

td

Beth said in part......
About Pirate......So Suja has it right, growth plates in the ulna closed
faster than in the radius........
___________________________
Beth, I am really sorry that poor little Pirate has to have surgery, at
the same time, I am also glad he can be repaired and that you have the
means to pay for it.
I know I am repeating myself, but I believe he was meant to end up in
your home. He is a lucky dog. If I am half way reading this right
without the surgery, he would be crippled or deformed? Not everyone
would save him, dogs are disposable to some...I know I am suspicious by
nature, and it really doesn't matter at this point, but I am wondering
if the breeder already knew about Pirate's little leg? Sending healing
thoughts Pirate's way....


Be Free.....Judy

"Judith Althouse" wrote in message
...
Beth said in part......
About Pirate......So Suja has it right, growth plates in the ulna closed
faster than in the radius........
___________________________
Beth, I am really sorry that poor little Pirate has to have surgery, at
the same time, I am also glad he can be repaired and that you have the
means to pay for it.
I know I am repeating myself, but I believe he was meant to end up in
your home. He is a lucky dog. If I am half way reading this right
without the surgery, he would be crippled or deformed? Not everyone
would save him, dogs are disposable to some...I know I am suspicious by
nature, and it really doesn't matter at this point, but I am wondering
if the breeder already knew about Pirate's little leg? Sending healing
thoughts Pirate's way....


if pirate didnt' have the surgery he would get terrible arthritis for sure.
And maybe his legs would become so curved he might be deformed. Corgi's are
sort of deformed to begin with but in Pirate this is accentuated because of
this issue.

The breeder called and sounded concerned. She wants to take a digital
photo of the xrays to show her vet friend. I said sure.

Its crossed my mind that the original owner relinquished him to her because
they couldnt' afford the surgery.....I'm going to call the vet clinic they
used and see if they will get me this information.

"montana wildhack" wrote in message
news:2007110322322875249-montana@wildhackcominvalid...
On 2007-11-02 21:53:09 -0400, "Beth In Alaska"
said:

Its crossed my mind that the original owner relinquished him to her
because they couldnt' afford the surgery.....I'm going to call the vet
clinic they used and see if they will get me this information.

I'm not sure they would divulge that information, but it's worth a try -
and I wouldn't be surprised that your conclusion is correct.

if they won't I'll contact the former owners. i just need to know.

I'd bet the breeder is concerned. Is this the first time it has happened
with one of her dogs?


she didnt' even know what it was. Which quite frankly, as a pem breeder,
strikes me as irresponsible.

"Beth In Alaska" wrote in message
...

Luckily, this isnt' the kind of surgery where the dog has to remain still
for weeks on end. They want them walking quickly Apparently they are
"pathetic" for the first couple of weeks and on limited activity for 6-8
weeks but by the time we go to australia the dr feels that pirate will be
in good shape - able to climb stairs to go to bed, etc.

Oh that is good news. And we'll keep good thoughts toward you both next week
as he goes in for surgery. This sort of thing is never easy to deal with,
and I completely understand how nervious _you_ are going to be until he's
all healed and gets the a-OK from the vet. I remember just how nerve
wracking and upsetting things were when we went though Gobo's surgeries and
recoveries this past summer. Wish you a full and happy recovery.

Davina