Hiya!

Thank you for all you've contributed.

I have decided to do the surgery. After all the research I've done, it really seems that it's my best option. Especially with her size. Medium-Larger dogs just really seem to need the surgery to regain full activity levels.

It's been nearly a full week and she's still hobbling around. She keeps testing the leg but it's pretty evident now that surgery is the best plan. :(

All of the concern and advice is MUCH appreciated. Her surgery will not be until late in the month but I will keep updating the thread.

Thanks so much everyone!