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Hi there,
I have an adorable 18 month old cat, and has been diagnosed with a grade 3 luxating patella requiring surgery. I would like to ask if anyone has managed this condition:
a) without surgery with no poor outcomes
b) where spontaneous healing has occurred
c) used alternative treatments
The reason being she is an indoor cat, and is not super active, and it does not appear to be giving her pain or discomfort.
I would welcome any views where someone looked at their case on balance, as I am aware of the long term risks of arthritis.
However am slightly sceptical, given its often in the vet interests to suggest surgery. She is on the best food, and gets good intakes of omega 3s, so before I put her through this ordeal, I want reassurance that this is the correct course of action for her.
Thanks for any advice on this,
I have an adorable 18 month old cat, and has been diagnosed with a grade 3 luxating patella requiring surgery. I would like to ask if anyone has managed this condition:
a) without surgery with no poor outcomes
b) where spontaneous healing has occurred
c) used alternative treatments
The reason being she is an indoor cat, and is not super active, and it does not appear to be giving her pain or discomfort.
I would welcome any views where someone looked at their case on balance, as I am aware of the long term risks of arthritis.
However am slightly sceptical, given its often in the vet interests to suggest surgery. She is on the best food, and gets good intakes of omega 3s, so before I put her through this ordeal, I want reassurance that this is the correct course of action for her.
Thanks for any advice on this,