<< The choices I was
offered were referral to an orthopedic specialist @ about $3000.00 for hip
replacement surgery or to have the top of his femur removed at a cost of $250.
with about 2 months of recuperation in either case >>
Shari, I think
that I would at least make an appt with the ortho to see what he thinks about
both treatment options or he may come up with something else. You may want to
check around and see if there is a veterinary teaching hospital in your area
and make an appt for a consult there.
Elaine, Pico and Laela