Thanks for the replies. Those links are excellent. According to the one on breed-specific lifespan, Chip could have another four years, which is a long time.

I have bookmarked the other links for future reference. The vet surgeon should be calling sometime next week to tell me what my options are. We have tried pretty much everything recommended except actual surgery.

It is good to know that the success rate is so high and that most of the time only one hip needs to be done. Chip's right hip is the worst, about 80 percent displaced.

Chip got a short walk today and did not limp at all, which is good.

Thanks again.

fanfaire

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