@drroyhassoun: Zest arrived with Grade 4 thoracolumbar IVDD, leaving her unable to walk but with preserved deep pain perception. Within 25 hours of arrival, an MRI confirmed spinal cord compression, followed by surgical decompression through a hemilaminectomy. Just 24 hours after surgery, Zest took her first steps! ❤️ While approximately 90–95% of dogs with Grade 4 IVDD regain independent walking following surgery, recovery typically takes days to weeks, making Zest’s early progress especially encouraging. Hundreds of kilometers for a second chance. Every step made the journey worth it. #DrRoyHassoun #VeterinarySurgery #IVDD

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