Yes, there was another dog in the home at the time.  I was living with my BFF and her husband at the time and they own an Australian Shepherd, Shelby, that has been Timmy's best friend since she was a pup.  I did act as a security guard though and kept her from being a pest.  Timmy gave me those sad eyes and dejected looks for quite some time.  I did notice that he "went with the flow" and accepted the new norm after a couple of weeks.  Thank DOG they live in the moment and not lament about the past or worry about the future.

Since I'm retired and spent 24/7 with him, I could leave the cone off for several hours at a time.  Sometimes I would nap in the xpen with him!  LOL  As time went on and we took more and more walks over differing terrain, he became more animated and enjoying the new adventures in the woods or to the beach, but always on lead.  I've read and believe that their recuperation is no different than the one we would have for a similar injury.

There's no 100% way of preventing the same injury on the other leg.  The best you can do is to strengthen the surgical leg and the non surgical leg slowly.  Other key is to build up exercise levels for overall fitness (not be the weekend warrior).  Keeping his weight down to the lowest level possible, making sure his muscles are warmed up before strenuous exercise, healthy diet, and as little constant twisting/turning movements as possible.  What that meant for me was no short ball tosses, only very long ones that he would run out straight for.  No jumping for frisbees or balls, only on the ground throws.  

My orthopedic surgeon said the injuries come from repetitive stress on the ligaments, not a single event like most people think.  By the time we see the injury (3 legging) the ligament was already partially torn and we didn't see the symptoms or ignored them (thinking he just overdid it).  In humans the ACL is generally from a traumatic injury, but in dogs almost all are from repetitive stress.

I've fully accepted that his other leg might go.  His insurance will pay for the repair and as long as he's healthy, we'll have it done.  I wish I could give you better news.  :((

The other leg was a concern for me as well.  That's why we did a really slow recovery, much more conservative than the vet recommended.  I didn't let him go all out crazy zoom until he was nearly a year out from the surgery.

My vet did say that "fetch" toys are an orthopedic vet's best friend.  LOL  So Timmy's days of playing fetch until he drops are done!  Now I limit how long he plays and vary up exercise to include strengthening ones (uphill walks) to tire him out.  I hated giving up on agility as well, but the turns and bursts of speed and repetitions would make his other leg likely go out as well.  I was told it was due to his conformation and play style.  Can't do much about the first, but I could alter the second.  

Good luck on the recovery and hope that Ricky does well.  Getting those stitches out will certainly make him feel better.

How is the big boy doing?  I hope he is much improved.

It's posted somewhere on my page.  I have the hardest time finding things here after I post them.

Heyyy! LOVED the link you sent. that dog was AMAZING..man how long did that training take? haha anyhow...i found out today from Juno's trainer that I was teaching him "shake" incorrectly....so we'll see how it goes w/ the correct change :D

Thats great that they have each other. Cass has a brother and sister of the feline persuasion.

Your corgis are beautiful dogs as well! Cassie will sulk somtimes also but she gets over it quickly lol! I cant imagine having more than one. I bet they keep you hopping!

Always been a fan of corgis as a breed. I grew up in a house where the breed of choice was Norwiegian Elkhounds. They are VERY loyal dogs. But then time passed and I wanted the same kind of loyalty in a smaller dog since I was living in a urban area. Corgis seemed to be the right choice. I will admit that since Cass has come into my life, some things I expected and some things I learned on the fly about the breed. I reasearched their traits beforehand. But nothing can quite prepare you for all the little Corgi quirks as you know lol! Sometimes she is a little TOO SMART lol! She can try your patience at times, but thats just part of the deal and I wouldnt trade her for a million bucks!! I had her catching a frisbee on the fly out of the air at about six months! She can learn anything I have the time and dedication to teach her! And some of the expressions I get from her! Somtimes Its easy to forget shes a dog lol! And she is great with other dogs, But definately has the dominant Corgi attitude! Not in a mean or aggressive way, but if some other pooch wants her toy they better have lots of determination!!!!!

Couldn't imagine life without my girl either. More trustwothy than most people I know lol!

Long time no talk!! How are you?

As we speak, the invisible vibes beamed by the Rafanator are causing Sparkle to feel a mysterious, persistent urge to gnaw on something conspicuous, expensive, and irreplaceable. 

I had to retire the smaller dog beds, Misty is very hard on them! She does seem to like the smaller ones better though. They are all funny with the beds, some are really popular and some aren't. The cats like them all but my husband doesn't love the look all over the house so I have to keep it under control.

Lol, thanks, I'm glad you like them!  Waffle suffers for a good chuckle.  (He always gets good snacks out of it though, so no big deal. :3 )

Happy b-day, Rafanator!  I never doubted you!   LOL

Wow Ricky,,,you and Wendy made it:) Happy Birthday and we all hope you had a great big party with lots of yummy treats!

Hi Ricky, I have a friend who live in Pasadena (close to Rose bowl area) owns two corgis.  As for my area (close to Colorado) not too many I found.

Thanks! Your corgis are very cute as well. :) a play date sounds great. Gatsby loves to play! perhaps when he gets a little older!