What is the femoral head ostectomy (FHO) procedure?
Femoral head ostectomy is removal or excision of the ball portion of the hip joint. After removal, the bone is smoothed so there is no bone to bone contact occurring between the pelvis and the remaining portion of the femur. Removal of the portion of the femur that articulates with the hip joint then causes formation of a false fibrous joint. Estimated cost of surgery is $1200 per hip. Turke will need 3-6 months of rehab, which includes exercise and swim therapy, to recouperate from each hip surgery. Dogs that have this procedure (even on both hips) usually do quite well and go on to lead a normal life. Turke is just the sweetest boy with so much character! He is truly an exceptional dog. GSRCA cannot deny him the chance at that life, but we need help financially to make this happen. GSRCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization and all donations are tax deductible. Please visit our main webpage for all details about our organization. www.gsdcentral.petfinder.com Many thanks for your supp
