Well said Clare; I think that is exactly when we need the most support. I'm so sorry things seem to have stalled with Frankie's recovery, so sorry for all the stress you're experiencing. In my eyes, he really doesn't look that bad, considering what he's been thru, on top of being a Tripawd already; he IS putting that foot down, maybe not as much as you'd like, but doing it nonetheless. The frustrating thing is these injuries take so much time to heal, and in his situation, even longer. I would imagine getting him to rest is way harder than doing all the rehab exercises, I shudder to think how that would have gone when Nitro was in his prime - near impossible! It seems so inadequate to tell you to be patient, "just breathe", and stock up on chocolate. (You're not diabetic, are you? )

Can't wait to see you! As my dad always says, "You know what the barber said, don't you? Won't be long now!"

Many hugs coming your way...hang in there

Paula and Warrior Angel Nitro

Oh Sally my dear darling! I have just jumped around very quickly to see if I can see any alternative to Meniscus damage, but can see nothing right now! I will keep digging! 

Keep in mind that your rehab may feel strongly about something by looking at the video, but I do hope 🤞 she is incorrect!!! Can you give your vet a call and ask some questions in regards to the possibility of a torn meniscus and if their are any other options other than surgery? It’s amazing how new technology can change things overnight Sally! 

Stay on good bed rest Frankie until Mum can get this figured out for you lovey! 

I am keeping you all in my prayers and hope that you can get some positive answers Sally!

Hugs and love to you all

Petra, Stewie and his Kittens

Hey there,

I looked around a bit, hoping to find something new but I haven't found anything yet.

The bad of what I know is that just like people with bad knees, after surgery on the bad side, sometimes the"good" side has over compensated and undergoes the same problem. 

On the other hand, and this is the hand I'm sticking with until you know for sure otherwise, is that without a physical you will not know for sure. I'm sorry, I think it's unfair for somebody to tell you that without having the patient right there for a proper physical. Even if his knee has a little crackle doesn't mean it's torn. Crepitus can be present without injury. We all get a bit crackly as we age 😉

Maybe he just strained it and needs confinement and pain meds to make sure it doesn't get worse.

I love ya Sally, I'm so sorry you are going through all this s#$t . It's just so unfair. Please know this is NOT your fault!!! I've seen it both ways. Some came back for surgery on the other side, most did not. I'm praying his leg is just sore.🙏🙏🙏

Sending you big hugs and lots of love

Here are a couple of links for braces. Interesting information, might be helpful.

Dog Leg Braces    <-- The founder of this company is an amputee. Pretty cool site.

Ortho Dog Brace

This one also looked interesting. To be honest, I even found some on Amazon. 

A lot of them seem to be reasonably priced. This may be a non surgical option to look in to. Just from what little I have found so far looks like many have had good success with them. I haven't totally researched as I am not home right now but I think we should definitely look further into this option and see if it's viable for you.

Big hugs, hang in there!  We will get this figured out 🤗🤗  Are you feeling all of our love yet? 😉💕💖💕

Sally, I’m a useless lump on a log here, but I just want to send you all massive hugs and love!

Frankie darling... keep taking your medicine and stay rested for Mum until she can get you into a vet to check out what is going on!

Myrtle lovey, you can help by just being a terribly good girl for Mum!

Massive amounts of love and prayers are coming your way Sally, for all three of you!