Unfortunately, the primary trauma had occurred too long ago to easily repair Mabel’s pelvis: it was already in the process of healing. With the help of a talented orthopedic surgeon, Silicon Valley Pet Project was able to have a femoral head osteotomy (FHO) performed, allowing her pelvis to continue healing while restoring her ability to walk. Mabel wasn’t quite out of the woods yet- balancing the crate rest necessary for her pelvic fractures and the exercise and physical therapy needed for her FHO took some careful thought and planning. 

Mabel has made a remarkable recovery, thanks to a team of dedicated fosters, a fantastic surgeon, and WeHelpDogs.org. Watching her trot down the sidewalk or wrestle with another dog is a delight. She’s got a wag and a lick for everyone she meets and we’re confident that she’ll make the perfect pet for a lucky family.