Medial Patellar Luxation - Hank's Surgery Day (0-1)

[@treasuretrovel3816]

RuffWear makes a climbing harness with a handle that works great for orthopedic surgery. The harness should just be left on so as to avoid over-manipulation right after surgery. I would recommend wet food like fresh chicken and steak instead of dry, carb laden kibble. The fresh, moist, real food can be introduced before surgery. For balanced meals, there are several commercial, lightly cooked diets that are low carb and made by reputable companies. The better the nutrition, the better the healing and the better the quality of life and health of joints long term. Hank is a lucky boy to have such caring owners. Thanks for the video.

[@rossanacapobianco7087]

Hi Courtney, I know that Hank had this surgery 7yrs ago, I I’m hoping that he is doing amazing! My little cavapoo Georgia had patella luxation surgery this morning. I can not explain how much your videos are easing my stress about caring for her after the procedure! We are not out of the woods yet(let’s hope for an ok night) but your information helped me anonymously! Thank you! ❤️Rossana and recovering Georgie

[@esthergarcia1]

Thank you very much for your help doing these videos! My little Toy poodle Bella she is 9 years old needs surgery in both her hind legs. I am dreading when the time comes poor little Angels to go thru so much pain 😢😢

[@kjmac1973]

I appreciate your videos SO much! My 6-year-old beagle will be having the surgery very soon, and this gives me a window into what the days/weeks following will look like.

[@veronicareyes4012]

I am glad I came across your videos my shi malt puddles who's 1 yr 10 month's will under go surgery this upcoming Tuesday. watching all your videos gives me hope for my baby boy. it will be a challenge but I will do all I can for his well being. I think he will stay over night the first day. thank you and hope Hank has made full recovery.

[@ap8408]

We have just learned of our dog having this condition. She is only 16 months old, so we won’t be doing anything yet. But I just have to say your videos are absolutely amazing. Thank you.

[@CharlesBurchell-u1u]

My young pom is scheduled for next Wed, they wanted to do this week but our vet became ill. I'm sick over my sweet little boy having to do this at only 8 months old and I was looking for accurate, real world information. I appreciate you sharing and your honesty. This greatly helps us make plans and adjust work schedules. Thank you, this helps more than you'll ever know.

[@AdamCraig-j5j]

Our 2-year-old Boston terrier Penny is going to have to have that same surgery next week. Curious how your recovery went?

[@shyeahright]

Thank you so much for this! My little guy is scheduled to go in next month and I’m trying to get super prepared for it. The sling is a great idea! I’ve got him a soft crate that’s like a little bedroom because he’s so young and excitable. Great tip on the ice pack! Glad your little one is doing well. 💕

[@chris33513]

Our dog will have this surgery. Very helpful advice with the towels and all the other Information. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@chainsawkitten3766]

My 5 lb chi has this, the vet has told me over the years, but he never limped or was in obvious pain. Until 2 days ago, when I woke up to his screaming at 6am. The vet gave me Metcam pain reliever, and he seems better, but she seemed to think surgery was risky since he’s so small. Poor little peanut, I don’t know what to do. I don’t want him to suffer, or be lame. The problem now is that he won’t eat if he’s in pain, and he can only have the pain reliever on a full stomach.

[@IXcircle]

Thank you 🙏 I am very thankful I found this series. My dog had surgery yesterday and I feel clueless.

[@oneulove126]

Could you please share the surgery cost? Thank you

[@mr.smilez312]

Great vid hope he’s doing better I’m taking my pup next week I can’t imagine the pain they go through

[@newsonlife]

I feel so blessed to have found this video. Thank you so much

[@Francescadbg]

My dog just had this done 3 days ago. We took him home the following day though. he got a bandage wrap on the other back leg which had the Fentanyl patch in it that we just removed today. The leg that had surgery had no wrap but it is stitched tight. After removing the fentanyl patch, my dog seems to want to move around more so he's in the crate right now. I have to do this for 2 weeks until his 2 week check up. I feel bad for him and I don't want him to think that I'm just locking him in while his brother roams around. Today after removing the fentanyl patch, I'm hoping he'll be able to keep his food and drink. I gave him a teaspoon of wet dog food (he normally doesn't get that.. he gets dry dog food normally) about an hour ago and so far so good... keeping the fingers crossed.

[@AKIYIAKELLY]

How's your pup doing now?

[@gavinwigg8057]

Our morkie just had the surgery - stage 3 luxating patella. Floating all over the place. She had a fully exposed incision area which is different from what you had. Definitely a challenge to keep her from getting zoomies and running around horseplaying. Anyway, hope Hank is doing well, Courtney.

[@cicada2022]

Thank you for making this video. My sweetie needs this surgery. ❤

[@melissagrace740]

Thank You! I have 2 Great Pyrenees who just had the operation,

[@angelavanrheen5830]

Thank you for sharing this! Oliver has to have this operation soon.

[@323v6]

Thanks for the post, very similar to my pups first night, I'm also keeping a diary.

[@choosenickey7562]

Today is the first night and boy it is rough y’all!! We went to warm springs pet hospital in Fremont.. these ding dogs sent him home with no wrap so all of his incisions are open.. keeps whining due to pain even though I just gave him meds.. won’t go potty still

[@chloehill510]

My chichon is on day 0-1 Of post op. Why has my vet not bandaged her leg? Also thanks for the post it's put my mind at ease

[@howard2710]

Thank you very much for these video series. Really helpful and informative. What should we do if we have a full time job while trying to attend to our dog post surgery?

[@Matt-by3yd]

Thanks so much for this I’m just about to pick up my dog from this surgery. thank you thank you thank you!

[@cindydiegoaguirre]

Thank you so much! Im going through the same thing rn. I got no sleep lastnight

[@tamaras643]

Just had my dog done today. He will come home tomorrow. How is yours doing now?

[@nikkicomelli7797]

Wow, it seems Hank had a hard time after surgery! My dog Lily had this surgery 4 weeks ago & she is doing amazing! I brought her home the same night also but our vet had her walking out the door. I was very surprised Hank had an epidural! I know this was 3 yrs ago but could you give me an update? Is Hank still doing good? I watched the other videos but our vet had us walking her 2x a day for 10 mins the day after & doing passive ROM. I wonder if because she is a larger dog, recovery was easier on her? Or if medical research just advanced? What are your thoughts? I work in the health field on a Medicare/Rehab unit & the doctors want the patients up walking after surgery. It promotes circulation & prevents the joints from getting stiff. Anyways, I’m so happy with Lily’s surgery & would do it again. Her quality of life is already better than it was before!

[@courtneyklocke]

Wow Nikki. That is fantastic that Lily is doing great! Good to hear! Hank is doing great today! I would love to know who your vet is in the case I ever have to live thru this again :) I would travel far to be assured post surgery goes well :)

[@nikkicomelli7797]

Courtney Klocke Her name is Angela Madden-Heinzen. She is the owner of Port Cities Veterinary Hospital in Manitowoc WI. She is amazing!

[@tgall2013]

How is Lily doing?

[@destineeeverette6767]

Thank u so much for this video!!! I was so worried about why my puppy is having such a rough first night . She just had her surgery today 😩 . How are we supposed to handle them for when they have to pee ?

[@liacristinasaldana8442]

Hi. How is life after surgery? My dog will have the surgery I am worried about surgery & post surgery, but also at how his life will look in the long run. Play, run, walking, etc. Any information will be great!

[@autumncitie]

currently 3:30am the first night for my chihuahua 🫠 it's been rough but these videos make it easier to manage mentally!

[@AKIYIAKELLY]

How's your pup doing now?

[@bajagilgm8116]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU taking my chihuahua today for surgery 1 of 2 feeling anxious

[@ams75]

How did it go? My morkie is having this surgery next week.

[@wendyatkin1]

How long did the surgery itself take do you know?

[@staceywadsworth1847]

My baby girl going through this in a week

[@jamessurname2285]

What grade was it? Did it require relocating the tendon or just filing the patella groove

[@joypadee4289]

My vet said I have to Crete rest her for 2 weeks . How do I do that without her crying . 😢

[@courtneyklocke1744]

This is video #3 of 11. I have posted each week since Hank's Medial Patellar Luxation surgery. Click or copy the following link to view previous videos. kzbin.info/door/Mm0Ov9Jby-zs95eE6LjwFg

[@annalindback1606]

Hi, your sling that you created to lift is back up, what is the purpose of it? Does it make him walk slower or tricks him to move both his hind legs without putting weight on it?

[@AngieDolecki]

Hi Courtney! I was wondering if you could please email me your excel sheet?! I’d love to use it for my pups progress.

[@clarehorvath168]

Thank you for sharing hope he is better now

[@charmaineincorvaja9408]

My dog is 8 yrs old we have an appointment for this surgery for next week it's a grade 4,and I'm really scared about it, sometimes thinking of cancellation

[@Manon_Ferrari]

Mine just got it, she is 11yo... a Chihuahua and she was a grade 4 too... have faith... I was scared to death.... now it's time for recovery ❤ I wished I known when she was 8yo....

[@nevergiveupK]

Thank you for the video

[@muratsumen3846]

Thank you for the info.It helped a lot.

[@wancheng100]

hi! I have a toy poodle and have the same problem as yours! Could you please share the surgery cost with me?

[@joypadee4289]

Mine cost 3,500 pounds

[@crystal4336]

Thank you!!

[@AshwiniRaj98]

Hi Courtney, My 8 months old Lab puppy had his surgery yesterday and today is his 1st day after operation. He is trying to stand on his leg and we are unable to control him He is trying to sleep on operated leg please help me here. Is this normal ? Or do I have to worry on this. It would be great help if you could address this 🙏

[@stevenvelasquez5658]

This is normal. I have a 2-year-old with high energy who had the surgery about 3 weeks ago. She tends to forget something is wrong with her knee and will try to jump on people she knows in the neighborhood. This is not good at all. Her knee actually reluxated and we have an appointment with her vet today. HIGHLY recommend you get Trazedone which helps calm dogs and does wonders!

[@lucifinley-mcdonald416]

currently 3:13am of my first night😅 poor girl but i’m hoping she’ll sleep with the cone off now

[@shaleenchand7331]

Did you leave your dog overnight after the surgery...

[@courtneyklocke]

We did not leave Hank overnight. I do not have advice one way or another on that.

[@shaleenchand7331]

@@courtneyklocke Thank you I know I wont love my baby also...

[@shaleenchand7331]

Soo my baby had his procedure today. Just got him home. His doing well....we love u sparky.

[@shaleenchand7331]

Noticed that my dog has start to limp on the same leg that he got surgery on...I'm so worried

[@skyehuang5447]

@@shaleenchand7331 oh no, is she ok so far?

[@Manon_Ferrari]

Thank you for your advice. My dog his next to me currently. She has a grade 4 on her left paw... she didn't pee... although she drank a lot of water, she refused a treats as well... I am monitoring her like a kids ❤ this surgery is not a joke at all. You really need to cancel everything for at least the first 3 days....