The Road TO Recovery
Part 1: The History, The Heartbreak, and The Team
Written By: Joe Conwell | Kimbos Owner
"He Saved My Life"
The bond between a human and a dog is often described as companionship, but for this specific Olde English Bulldog and his owner, the definition is profound. When a dog who has given so much faces a medical crisis, finding a solution becomes a non-negotiable mission.
Today marks the beginning of a documented journey—a case study in perseverance, veterinary science, and the refusal to accept "impossible" as a diagnosis.
The Medical History: When Surgery Fails
To understand the significance of the upcoming treatment, we must look at the complex path that brought us here.
1. The Procedure
Initial TPLO Surgery: Years ago, After 1 Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) to stabilize the stifle joint after a ligament rupture on his left leg. His CCL ruptured on his right leg. While common and often successful, the procedure carries risks.
2. The Complication
Rejection & Explant: Following surgery, Kimbo suffered recurring, aggressive infections. The TPLO hardware was identified as the source and is waiting to be surgically removed to resolve the biological rejection.
3. The Aftermath
Lameness & Atrophy: While the infection cleared, the leg was left without stability. Years of disuse led to significant muscle atrophy and a loss of confidence.
"I tried the 'One-Size-Fits-All' internet braces. They offered money-back guarantees with clauses, but they didn't offer results. I felt hopeless."
Meet The Experts
Scott Wolffe
Owner | Wolffe Puppy Training
Scott Wolffe, founder of Wolffe Puppy Training, serves Northern Virginia with over a decade of experience. An APDT member and AKC Certified Evaluator, Scott prioritizes positive reinforcement—strictly avoiding aversive tools—to build trust and safety. He empowers owners to achieve peaceful lives with their pets.
Scott’s deep commitment to canine care is personal; he has trained Kimbo an Olde English Bulldog since puppyhood. So, When Kimbo suffered leg lameness from a rejected TPLO surgery, Scott went on a mission to find help, eventually meeting Jaron Kensok.
Jaron Kensok
Certified Orthotic Fitter and Veterinary Orthotist & Prosthetist | Infinitely Able Pets
Jaron is a Veterinary Orthotist & Prosthetist at Infinite Technologies dedicated to restoring mobility for animals. With degrees in Kinesiology and O&P Technology, combined with an Animal Behavior certification, he bridges the gap between technical fabrication and animal welfare. This specialized expertise made him the ideal provider to help Kimbo, an 8-year-old Olde English Bulldog referred by Scott Wolffe at Wolffe Puppy Training, find a better quality of life. Jaron’s passion, rooted in his history of working with rescues on the West Coast, drives him to deliver life-changing orthotic care to animals in need.