Torn Cruciate

[GoetheMommy]

So how much did you spend on the procedure? How much are you spending monthly on medicines? Has anyone ever tried orthopedic devices like braces or sleeves to help?

[manda99]

I think it was almost $2000 for the surgery (including meds, surgery, the hospital stay, etc). If I was smart I would have had insurance earlier (since they only cover that after a certain time period). But again, I feel it was our best option.
I spend about $70 every 3 - 4 months for his Glucosamine. He is my baby and I would do anything I need to for his health. As much as I hated seeing him in pain & uncomfortable after the surgery it's better than seeing him in pain daily.. ( Smokey is a pit bull who tolerates pain a lot but he was limping before the operation and I hated seeing him like that)

P.S. Am I the only one that has med insurance for my dog but not for myself? heh