Beanie's knees

[lute]

I'm not sure of Beanie's age. Luxating patella can be corrected by surgery. It is usually (not always) a genetic problem. I can give you a link with several articles of info:

http://www.bichonfriseusa.com/ref/luxpat/home.htm

Regarding Rimadyl. The Senior Dog Project found that the side effects heavily outweighed any benefits, and determined that Rimadyl is not safe for older dogs. Can you get a substitute? Tramadol and Matacam are the two suggested substitutes.

I'll say some prayers for Beanie that you and the white coats can figure out a way for his to be more comfortable.

Thanks for the link! I'll definately give it a read. I know a Luxating patella is fixable, but Beanie is 10yrs old and showing his age in other ways. I just don't know if it would be worth it.

[lizbud]

Thanks for the link! I'll definately give it a read. I know a Luxating patella is fixable, but Beanie is 10yrs old and showing his age in other ways. I just don't know if it would be worth it.

I'm sorry Beanie is having pain. The meds from the Doctor should help
him feel better.Considering his age surgery might be harder on him.If you
can keep him from leaping off beds & such, the meds should do the trick.
Hugs to the little guy.