My 4 year old Rottweiler, Guiness, tore her knee ligaments in both of her legs. One vet said it would cost just over $6000, and another said around $5000. Readers Digest printed that surgery for this, just the repair (x-rays, anesthetics, etc. would be extra), should cost $383. I'm a nanny and can't afford $5000. If I can't find a cheaper vet, or another alternative to surgery, I'm going to have to put her down. I can't stand to see her in pain, or not be able to play and be happy. If anyone can give me advice, I'd really appreciate it. I live in the Chicago-land area, northeastern Illinois. I can travel to southeastern Wisconsin, and northwestern Indiana. Any help would be great. Thank you. Meara.