$ 983.74
That is how much Calhoun's vet bill was yesterday when I went to pick him up. He had knee surgery this Thursday after I brought him in on Tuesday since he has been limping since July.
One sunny summer day Calhoun was chasing his sister in the yard when all of a sudden his leg gave way and he fell to the ground. All of us jumped up to see if he had tripped on anything, but he hadn't. We thought he just needed some time to rest and it seemed (to us) that the leg was getting better.
But after the snow and cold and lots of running around outside last weekend, he took a turn for the worst. So I brought him to the doctor.
We had a decision to make....and fortunately for Calhoun the price was high... but not to high (if you know what I mean).
So right now he is sitting in our living room. Restricted in a crate with one shaved leg (looks pretty darn sad). He has to be confined for 2 weeks, then on house arrest for 4 more. Which means every time he needs to go potty we have to walk him out on a leash. He is not allowed to run or walk freely at all. We walk him to his food bowl and to his water dish.
Its only been a day and a half... but it seems like forever!
psst.... anybody want to buy a watch? We are selling one on Ebay to help pay for all of this!
3 comments:
Our dog Harley had the same deal. See some pics at our site.
Just so you know, we let Harley get a little active a little too soon and we had to do the surgery all over a second time. My advice would be to rigorously follow the vets instructions.
Good Luck - Will.
Oh no, poor Calhoun! Too bad for him, and too bad for you! Hope he gets well soon!
Lisa
I feel ya! Scout's intestinal surgery was over $1000 when all was said and done.
*rubs and pets to Calhoun* Get better soon, buddy!
Love ya, J!-Nora
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