boxer kelpie cross with a bit of husky in him, we got him from SA Dog Rescue, only 2 years old.
It's only a partial tear from what the first vet told us, but they don't operate on bigger dogs.
Meadows vet quoted $3500 but we don't have that kind of money to just spend on the spot.
It's not an easy decision. The money is a factor, I don't care what anyone says when it comes to their pets, there is most certainly a line. People say "I'll do anything, any cost". No, you have a line.If the dog is in pain or unable to live a "normal" life, then the money becomes less relevant.
Beasley was much older, losing the weight helped him and my biggest concern was the post surgery rehab. If it's not adhered to then likely hood of a repeat injury is high. Good luck mate, it's a tough decision process.
We went through with the surgery 10 days ago, plate inserted into the bone to stabilise the knee joint. Shit loads of drugs, time of work and $3750 later Henry is on the mend. Needs to be in a crate for 6 weeks except for toilet breaks but to see him get better each day makes it worth it. At only 2 we couldn't let him continue in pain for 10+ years.