Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that your pup suffered this trauma! I am, however, perplexed that the vets are unable to give you any prognosis re: return of bladder and bowel control. Have they ever mentioned the extent of nerve damage to the spinal cord/nerves following the rupture? Does she have any sensation in her lower extremities? Does she respond to painful stimuli in her legs, i.e. does she "respond" to a slight pinch or prick in her legs working downward to her feet? Since you say she is walking, I'm assumig that she does have quiet a bit. Have her motor skills been progressively improving? That would be an indication of nerve regeneration, and a hopeful indication that bladder/bowel control may improve as well. Alos, after surgery and trauma such as this, it is not uncommon for those smoot internal muscles that help to control bladder control may have suffered some temporary atrophy and her anal sphincter may have less sensation; she doesn't get the "gotta go" signal! Sorry to overwhelm you with questions! Any chance of seeing a doggie neurologist/neurosurgeon in your area? As to the chance of your other pup suffering from the same condition, I don't know of any predispostion of Cockers to disc probelms. But you really should ask your vet about that. Was your doggie engaged in some physical activity when the disc ruptured, or did the vet mention any specific cause, e.g. degenerative disc disease? I would definitely seek advice from a vet more experienced in this area if your vet is unable to answer your questions; for your peace of mind! By the way, did he/she prescirbe any physical/hydro therapy? Give your pup a big get well kiss from me, and and a HUGE hug for being such a good patient! If I come across any further info., I'll pass it along. But please let us know how she's doing! And welcome to you MickiD! I hope you'll stay around! Fondly, Sandra, Cody and Star