Is it a pulled muscle or a torn ACL? Can cats get luxating patellas? How early can you run with your Lab? In Part 2 of our expert conversation, Irreplaceable Tails hosts Dr. Gershon Alaluf and Mallory Dickinson, RVT welcome back Dr. Justin Grecco, board-certified veterinary surgeon, for an unfiltered dive into the gray areas of orthopedic diagnosis, post-op misconceptions, and wild stories from the surgical front lines (yes, including a lion and a bomb-sniffing dog).What you'll learn: – Muscle strain vs. joint disease: how to actually tell the difference– Why ACLs almost never need an MRI– How to film your dog’s limp like a pro– What’s visible (and not) on X-rays, CTs, and MRIs– The hidden dangers of long-term patella issues– When to operate on luxating patellas—and when to wait– Why bulldogs breathe like they’re using a straw (and how to fix it)– Surgical stories you’ll never forget (lion, bald eagle, bomb dog 🦁🦅🐾)Who should listen: – Pet owners dealing with lameness, breathing, or joint issues– Bulldog and Frenchie lovers– Veterinary professionals and vet tech students– Anyone who loves a wild (but educational) surgery storyTimestamps: 00:00 – Intro + How to tell strain vs. joint issue 02:00 – MRI myths & ACL truths 05:00 – Limp videos: helpful or not? 08:00 – X-rays vs. CT vs. MRI explained 13:00 – Luxating patellas: When to treat, when to wait 20:00 – Bulldogs, soft palates & stealth mode recovery 29:00 – Most memorable surgeries: lions, bald eagles & bomb dogs 🦁Stay Connected: Like if you’ve ever wondered if your dog’s limp was “just a sprain”Comment with your pet’s post-op recovery experience Subscribe so you don’t miss the next animal care deep dive Irreplaceable Tails: Because every pet’s story matters.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 📸 Follow: @Pacific.Lens.Studios 📥 Contact: [email protected]. 12#IrreplaceableTails #VetSurgery #VeterinarySurgeon

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