Medical Updates...
K-9 Dino (Ventura County Sheriff's K-9 SAR)
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How did National Police Dog Foundation & Pet Emergency Clinic help "K-9 Dino" from Ventura County Sheriff K-9 SAR?
Early March 2009, K-9 Dino was diagnosed with bi-lateral OCD (Osteochondritis Dessicans).
Osteochondritis dessicans (OCD) is a hereditary disease that occurs early in the development of most large and giant breed dogs. The condition is noted by cracks and flaps in the articular cartilage. The symptoms of OCD can include, but are not limited to:
Early March 2009, K-9 Dino was diagnosed with bi-lateral OCD (Osteochondritis Dessicans).
Osteochondritis dessicans (OCD) is a hereditary disease that occurs early in the development of most large and giant breed dogs. The condition is noted by cracks and flaps in the articular cartilage. The symptoms of OCD can include, but are not limited to:
Inflammation
Joint instability
Pain
Lameness
Degenerative joint disease
Barely noticeable to severe limp
Lameness worsens after periods of exercise
On April 15th, Dr. Eric Wright with Pet Emergency Clinic preformed surgery. The surgery lasted 2 1/2 hours and was completed without any complications. K-9 Dino was confined to kennel rest for 3 months. The total cost for this surgery was $5,400.00. Thanks to the skillful hands of Dr. Eric Wright, K-9 Dino certified in HRD (Human Remains Detection) 3 months after returning to work.
Today you would have no idea K-9 Dino every had any complications. Dino has made a full
recovery and is ready to start his training is Water - HRD.
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