Today was a long, sad day for me. Last night, my little yorkie, Lindy, lost the use of her right leg. This morning, she lost the use of her left leg. Now, she cannot walk at all. She tries to stand up, and her little bottom won’t respond.
I took her to the vet who told me there is nothing they can do. Her knee caps are positioned in the center of her legs, instead in front.
He told me surgery could possibly help, but without a rigorous physical therapy after surgery, they would probably permanently lock up.
We discussed a ‘home-made’ splint on each leg, and even a little ‘wagon’ with wheels.
But, all in all - there is nothing they can do for a twelve year old little precious yorkie.
My heart is so sad.
Oh, Yorkie! I am so sorry! ((((hugs))))
I know how much you love your precious little Lindy! I hope
she will be all right.
Ohhh ... Yorkie. My heart breaks for you. That is so sad.
You and Lindy will be in my prayers.
Hugs
((((( Yorkie )))))
Have you included supplemental chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine in her diet? They usually work well at healing general wear in the joints. Also salmon oil relieves the inflammation that leads to the pain and lethargy in older dogs.
I really am so sorry for the sad news. We all know we will face things like this with our precious pets at some time, but it doesn't make it a bit easier when the time comes. I get tears in my eyes every time I hear something like this from my friends.
I am sorry to hear this! I have a friend in NC who had this problem with her pup & the pup for several years did great with the help of “mom” along the way. The pup dragged itself around marine style & still had a lot of love & life. Dont give up. Fortunately Yorkies are small & easy to carry!
My friend continued hikes with all dogs- carried special pup in one of the kids chest packs. On outings now & then would put pup down to smell & play. It rolled around & had fun with other dogs. This all happened before I had dogs & now I more fully get “the big picture” which I did NOT prior
We people fall apart physically & have to change the way we do things also
Oh, yorkie..This is so heartbreaking..Bless her heart.
I send love and hugs to you..How very hard this must be.
One of my daughter’s many dogs has bad hips and cannot stand or walk. They built it a cart that straps on under the dog’s back legs. The dog can then pull itself with it’s front legs and it goes all over with the cart. The only problem is that the dog is too big for my daughter to put into the cart without help. You wouldn’t have that problem with a yorkie.
OH Yorkie!!! I am so so sorry about your furry friend. It is so hard when our beloved pets begin to wear down. They are truly a part of us. We have a teacup poodle that is about the same age as your Yorkie. She has a enlarged heart, and has started wheezing almost constantly from fluid build up.We know each day is a gift when we have her with us.... I am praying for you today. I would try the splints. 
I am sending you love and hugs. I have been where you are and I know how it hurts. I will say a prayer for you and and your precious little dog that God will lead you gently through this difficult time.
Thank you all for your caring thoughts and prayers. After a good night’s sleep, I got to thinking - my little Lindy has taught me a lot in 12 years. I must think positive thoughts, and put to use, all that I have learned from her.
So, this morning, I came accross this YouTube clip - about what we can learn from our canine friends. (Warning - you might need a kleenex - or two.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2Lq9FmjOAE
Again, thank you all - and big hugs to each one of you.
Thank you all for your caring thoughts and prayers. After a good night’s sleep, I got to thinking - my little Lindy has taught me a lot in 12 years. I must think positive thoughts, and put to use, all that I have learned from her.
So, this morning, I came accross this YouTube clip - about what we can learn from our canine friends. (Warning - you might need a kleenex - or two.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2Lq9FmjOAE
Again, thank you all - and big hugs to each one of you.
Depending on the full diagnosis there might be things you can do. The cart like you mentioned, supplements may help. Another vet if you have that option.
Plus remember our pets are mighty adaptable. My mom had a cat hit by a car that lost the use of its legs, completely in the rear legs, partially in the front, and that cat "swam" happily around the house for years when one day it started walking again.
Prayers for you, Sweetheart, and your best bud.
God Bless.
Oh gosh, (((Yorkie))), I am so sorry for Lindy and for you...:(
Sorry about the turn of events for Your dog...Hope a wagon for aide will be do-able. I’ve seen those & the pets seem to do well with them...They seem to remain active & happy despite the loss of leg useage.