Hi
I have posted previosly in the SM specific forum about my Mum's dog Rex who was displaying signs of distress and pain.
He has now been diagnosed by x ray with having a prolapsed disc. My vet has said he wouldn't put his dog through surgery, but I'm not sure whether this is best for Rex (and my Mum) or not.
Does anyone know what the prognosis is if he doesnt have surgery? I am worried as to whether he will stay as he is (not great) or get better on his own, or maybe progressively get worse (my fear) as the vet wasn't clear and I didnt want to push it when my Mums there in tears two days before Christmas and I'm terrified she's going to lose him and fall apart.
Should we take him to a specialist? Should we operate? Anyone have any experience or suggestions? He's 9 and has only a very slight heart murmer.
many thanks
Ketty
I have posted previosly in the SM specific forum about my Mum's dog Rex who was displaying signs of distress and pain.
He has now been diagnosed by x ray with having a prolapsed disc. My vet has said he wouldn't put his dog through surgery, but I'm not sure whether this is best for Rex (and my Mum) or not.
Does anyone know what the prognosis is if he doesnt have surgery? I am worried as to whether he will stay as he is (not great) or get better on his own, or maybe progressively get worse (my fear) as the vet wasn't clear and I didnt want to push it when my Mums there in tears two days before Christmas and I'm terrified she's going to lose him and fall apart.
Should we take him to a specialist? Should we operate? Anyone have any experience or suggestions? He's 9 and has only a very slight heart murmer.
many thanks
Ketty