----- Original Message ----- From: "Gilarski, Kevin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I > am in the process of getting the films back and sending them to the > breeder's vet for a more personable second opinion. If any of you have > experienced anything similar and have some advice for me, please let me > know.
Well, dogs which have clear parents can indeed have displaysia--there in a complex series of genes that goes into creating orthopedic issues; I should know, as my seven year old horse has a orthopedic issue (OCD) in spite of a healthy mother, healthy father, many many healthy 1/2 siblings, and athletic and sound grandparents. Sometimes, you just get unlucky. If your young dog is stiff and uncomfortable after lying down, there is *something* going on. I will cross my fingers that the issue is just some growing pains, and not ED. Best luck and good wishes! Oh, also, a consultation fee is *not* unusual. You are asking vet #2 for an expert opinion, and to take time out to look at films and discuss it with you. I had a specialist looking at a very ill cat last fall, and he also charged a consultation fee (which was steep, just like the one quoted to you). I didn't *like* it, but I do understand why he wanted to charge for his time and experience! Eileen Morgan The Mare's Nest http://www.enter.net/~edlehman --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.410 / Virus Database: 231 - Release Date: 10/31/2002
