Bad, bad news - it's severe hip dysplasia

We just got back from the vet, and it's not good. I posted a discussion about how last night, in mid-stride, Sidney suddenly yelped in pain and would not bear weight on his hind left leg. Our vet took xrays and he has very severe hip dysplasia. His femur on the left side is completely out of what little hip socket he has.

Right now he's on Rimadyl for pain, and he's to be getting glucosamine to help build cartilage. He's acting normal and happy, but won't put weight on the bad hip.

We're going to a surgical specialist today to have a consult. They may recommend surgery. I know there are a member or two here who have had this done.

I'd really appreciate if anyone with experience with hip dysplasia could let me know about your experience.

My poor boy...he's been my hiking buddy and we would go on several walks each week. I feel so sad. He's only three.

***UPDATE***
We've had the consult and the vet says that it typically has amazing results. They remove the femoral head (that's right, making a corgi's short legs even shorter!) and the hip joint becomes a floating joint instead of a ball-and-socket.
They'll want him to start walking on it after a week...only a week! They say exercise is very important in healing. That's good since Sidney and I love our walks. He should be back to normal walking/running after he heals with maybe just a slight hitch in his giddy-up.
It was a quick decision to schedule the surgery. He's going in tomorrow morning (Wednesday). Please send prayers/good thoughts/corgi kisses Sidney's way.

Now to pay for it. Oy. He's worth every penny!

*** Second update ***

We have to postpone surgery to Tuesday. Our DemonCat knocked some chocolates off the table and we didn't know if Sidney ate any. We gave H2O2 and there was no chocolate in SId's tummy, but the doc wanted to be safe and postpone.

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Comment by Frankie on September 3, 2010 at 1:26am: So sorry to hear of his troubles. Keep us updated and we will be thinking of you!

Comment by Geri & Sidney on September 2, 2010 at 1:12pm: John, does that stand for "Out On Trail"?

Comment by John Wolff on September 2, 2010 at 1:05pm: I'll be OOT with Al next Tuesday, but we'll send good vibes.

Comment by Juel on September 1, 2010 at 9:07pm: oh my! I am so sorry to hear about Sydney! I will be thinking of all of you on Tuesday! positive thought and Prayers your way!

Comment by Gail L on September 1, 2010 at 6:28pm: Geri, so sorry Sidney is going to have to go through surgery. He will be in our thoughts Tuesday, hoping all goes well and a very speedy recovery.

Comment by Jennifer Markley on September 1, 2010 at 4:42pm: Was wondering how surgery went today, and if mom and dad were holding up OK? It's hard to see your little ones hurting, but so worth it when they are all better!

Seanna said to tell Sidney to be brave, and that the owie will all be better soon!

Comment by Judi, Dawn, Soffie & Griffyn on September 1, 2010 at 2:41pm: Geri & Sidney,
So sorry I missed your blog post earlier!! I can't imagine what a blow that was for you to find out!! All I can say is we will be keeping you and Sid in our prayers!! And keeping positive thoughts for a sucessful surgery and speedy recovery!!!

Comment by Geri & Sidney on September 1, 2010 at 12:26pm: ^^^ update,postponing surgery until Tuesday.

Comment by christy fry on September 1, 2010 at 6:47am: Get well soon Sidney!!! =)

Comment by Jane Christensen on September 1, 2010 at 12:59am: Oh, I'm sorry but now that you know it will be good to have it done and over! We're all here for you Sidney (and Geri)...you're in our thoughts and prayers!