Byron,
Sorry to hear of Boxster's ailment. You know I have 3 black kiddles as well - all siblings about 6 year's old.
Not sure if this would help but my vet does stem cell treatments for pets.
Stem Cell Treatment for Dogs with Hip Dysplasia or Arthritis Pain | Val-U-Vet
Here's his contact info if you want to give him a call. It's not cheap but then again how better to spend money than on a loved one?
Dr. Dan Evers
Val-U-Vet Animal Health Inc.
1620 Old Daytona Street
DeLand, Florida 32724
E-mail:
delandmanager@valuvet.com
Telephone: 386-736-9711
He is at this location (Deland) on Mondays and Tuesdays. Not sure which clinic he is at on Fridays but the receptionist could tell you.
His personal email:
airdvm@hotmail.com
Maybe just email him directly.
HTH....Baz