Dogs may also seem unsteady on their feet and have trouble walking normally,” says Dr. Hood. “In severe cases, the shaking can make it difficult for the dog to eat or drink.” ...

Your vet is likely to then try tapering your dog off the immunosuppressant medication to see how they respond. If symptoms reoccur, they will work on a suitable long-term treatment plan.

Depending on the type of treatment, recovery from an ACL injury can take 3–12 months. Recovery depends largely on injury severity and a person’s commitment to physical therapy and rehabilitation.