Client Instructions

Ramon does not seem to have any abdominal or thoracic injuries.  However, both his 
back legs are fractured. The right tibia and the left femur have a complete mid-diaphyseal 
fractures, which requires surgery for repair.  We would like to refer this case to 
orthopedic surgeon.  The surgery will entail the use of bone plates, pins, and wires to 
properly reduce the fracture and to restore proper bone anatomy.  After surgery, he will 
require cage rest until he is discharged from the hospital.  Post-surgical care would 
require restricted movement of the hindlimbs.  However, it is important that Ramon uses 
the legs to encourage healing.  A course of physical therapy should be discussed.  Ramon 
will need extra care and periodic follow up veterinary visits, including radiographs to 
ensure proper healing and alignment of the bones.  Approximate recovery time is around 
2 Ð 3 months.  Ramon will benefit form a higher quality large breed maintenance diet, 
which will provide the nutritional plane needed for healing.  We would suggest Science 
diet maintenance or Iams chunks.