Hip Dysplasia...we has it.

Well, I had posted in the forum about Grover's limp and his recent diagnosis. I just wanted to let you all know how much I appreciate everyone's advice and support!
I think I'm still pretty heart broken to hear that he has dysplasia, but don't think I'll be gettin over that anytime soon.
But I do really appreciate being able to come here and get the advice and encouragement! He's my best little friend and I love him SO much. I don't think many of the people in my life really have this kind of attachment with animals. I feel like I can come here and you guys get it.
Thanks! And any advice that you guys have for dealing with hip dysplasia would be much appreciated!
Oh and HAPPY Easter!

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Comment by Susan Stanton on April 27, 2009 at 11:26pm: Can you tell me a bit more about the symptoms and also what the vets recommend for treating it? My 5 year old Corgi limps on and off -- back right leg bothers him -- especially after a rest after exercise, he seems very stiff and painful. And you understand, he's my bubby, my little soulmate, and I hate to see him in discomfort. We have some Rimadyl (anti-inflammatory) that I give him for a few days, and it seems to clear up, then comes back, sometimes months later.

Comment by Amanda on April 13, 2009 at 4:39pm: Daisy and Einstein have it too. Daisy's is worse-she's only 2 and limps a lot when she first gets up. It takes her a while on walks to get going. I feel awful for her but she well loved. We use glucosamine tabs which seems to help some. Good luck with your pup and hope you had a Happy Easter too!

Comment by Bev Levy on April 13, 2009 at 8:48am: Sorry to hear about the dyplasia. My previous had it. Unfortunately she had a lot of other things wrong with her and is no longer with us. You have probably been told to keep his weight down. That is very important! I understand there are surgeries available but I don' know how successful they are and they are probably very expensive. We just tried to keep her excercise regular, jumping to a minimum, and I found a stroller at a garage sale that folded flat. She loved stting in it for long walks even though people laughed at her. She was fine for walks of about a half hour but much longer was too much for her. He still has a lot of love to give you.