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    The infamous Rare Luxating Patella

    Very surprised at what the clinic vet said. Cats are in pain but cats try to hide it....Our rocky had to have both knees operated on- X-rays confirmed damaged at 18 months old - we did both at separate times which is more costly but easier on the cat... he is now 5 years old and so happy . He...
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    The infamous Rare Luxating Patella

    Hi Tuvalu I am in your same situation. My Rocky is having first surgery tomorrow. Unfortunately there are many issues with chronic pain meds . Surgery is only option. Make sure u have an orthopedic vet to get best results. See if they offer care credit financing . Rocky is only a year and a half...
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    The infamous Rare Luxating Patella

    Hi Lokiboki Did you ever get a reply from Steel Panther? I'm having the same issue with my cat same age as yours.  I heard you have to crate them for 1-2 months each leg. Mine is a little athlete too. Thanks, Ritamarie
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    patella luxation

    Does anyone have any recent experience in patella luxation in cats? My 1 1/2 yr old tabby/mainecoon rescue has a bilateral problem. Orthopedic vet recommends surgery at 2 separate times costing about $4,000. He says its due to a developmental deformity  and will only get worse. I've read...
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