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Thank you, yes I"m on the hunt for a cheap 2nd hand one. I actually used to have one when he was a pup to stop him bounding up the stairs before he was toilet trained. Meanwhile I have a makeshift fence to keep him confined. Next will be to train him in the crate before the op so the transition is a bit easier. Having him confined is going quite well, considering he's so active. He seems quite content despite his limited activity. Lots of toys and plenty of positive encouragement helps

Thank you, yes I'm definitely getting my head around things a bit better than the other day lol. So glad that I found this forum. Now just need to win the lottery lol. I am waiting for approval to join the CCR group of facebook, cheers. I've also spoken to a few people including a dog trainer who has given me some tips. I'm just wondering how I will encourage getting back into the cage after a toilet run, but we will cross that bridge.

Thank you yes I've got a specialist and am currently getting another quote. Fingers Xd for saving a few dollars and getting a good specialist.

Thanks so much everyone for your responses. I"m sorry I can't reply to all your posts individually, so a great big thank you, all your responses have been very helpful. It's so good to know there are alternatives and there is the strong possibility of a good recovery. I am definitely overwhelmed and I think I need to talk more with my vet or another one, when I get another opinion. The recommended surgery is TTO, which involves re-positioning the bone, done by a specialist. I am hoping to get more advice and a better quote soon. I have been a total mess for most of the day thinking about my dog's options. I just want him to have the best possible quality of life and I have been trying to imagine him confined in a crate/cage and I just know he won't cope. I don't want him to be the kind of dog who turns aggro or further withdrawn from lack of stimulation and activity. Even now he's trying to run around and wants to play and chase things. I had to block the staircase coz he ran up after me so he could snuggle with me on the bed. I love him so much, my cheeky boy. I'm already missing our afternoon walks. If there's a way we can get thru the weeks/months then I'll give it a good go. Mental exercise is definitely important and hopefully we can come up with some innovative ideas to try out. I will definitely check out the Facebook page, thank you. I"m not sure I will be able to afford physio as well, but perhaps I can get some helpful tips to try out and also get some family involved to help out. Again, I really appreciate everyone's feedback. Bless you all x

I have a large male 6yo cross breed. I love him dearly and can't imagine life without him, but have just found out he has a ruptured cruciate ligament. I am familiar with the different types of surgery and also the repercussions of not having surgery. My main concern is that he will be confined either in a cage or small space for up to 6 weeks or longer. He is a very active dog and I don't think he (or I) will cope with this restriction. My other dilemma is that even if I am able to pay for the surgery, there is still a chance his other leg will go (another 5-6 grand) and there is a possibility of arthritis, which he already has in his hips. I am prepared to pay for the surgery, but I do shift work and live alone. It seems really cruel to leave him alone unable to move around for that long every day. I am so torn. I don't think I could live with myself for not trying to give him a better quality of life, but the thought of him suffering breaks my heart too. I will talk it over with another vet and get a second opinion. Appreciate any feedback/advice.