I know expressing bladders is no fun for any of the participants but is necessary. It may help to make it a two person job- one to express, the other to help distract and reduce scratches/bites. As for raw meat: 1) All raw meat carries the risk of illness: Salmonella with chicken; trichinosis with p...

I would have Sugar Ray checked by your vet to see if he tore a CCL- not uncommon in active dogs.
Unfortunately, the best cure is surgery and rehab. (Can be expensive) Forgoing surgery will lead to early arthritis. (Not good for the dog)