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Shortly after his intake his foster home had him examined by a rehabilitation veterinarian because she suspected a serious condition was likely. The rehab vet agreed and after over a month of working to obtain Stryker's records from his previous vet and subsequent tests the diagnosis finally came.
Stryker suffers from Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of his left shoulder. OCD is an extremely painful condition but the good news is that Stryker has a very good prognosis once he undergoes arthroscopic surgery to repair the affected joint.
His surgery is scheduled for May 3rd and will be performed by an orthopedic surgeon. Radiographs of his right shoulder show a possible defect so he may also need to have that shoulder scoped at the same time just to ensure that no OCD is present.
The surgeon is generously offering a reduced fee for NADSR but Stryker's surgery will still cost thousands of dollars and he will also need to undergo at least two months of rehabilitation post-surgery.
NADSR is committed to getting this happy and goofy boy healed and ready for adoption but we need your help.
Due to the misdiagnosis by previous vets, Stryker has been in pain for much of his life and is currently unable to truly be a dog and it is also not possible to currently know what type of home will best suit him as his true potential has been masked by the limits of pain.
Stryker will remain with his current foster through his surgery and rehab and until his temperament and drive level can be fully evaluated. We will continue to update on his progress after surgery.
He is a joyful dog full of so much promise...please help us get him on the path to his forever home.
More information on OCD: https://www.acvs.org/small-animal/osteochondrosis-of-the-shoulder
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