Hip Dysplasia & Luxation

Hip surgery restores your dog’s confident stride.

A healthy hip makes all the difference in how your dog moves and lives. We help resolve chronic discomfort and restore confidence with each step.

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Is Surgery Needed?

Symptoms of hip pain in dogs you shouldn’t ignore

Many pet owners mistake these signs for normal aging, but they may be treatable joint problems.

  • Stiffness or reluctance to rise after rest

  • Difficulty standing, climbing stairs, or jumping

  • Audible popping or clicking in the hip

  • Pain when touched near the hips

Why is Surgery Important?

Why does treating your dog's hip problems early matter?

Chronic hip pain won’t resolve on its own.

Without surgery, joint damage often worsens over time, making recovery harder and less effective.

Early action leads to better outcomes.

Waiting too long allows arthritis and muscle loss to set in—making surgery and recovery more difficult.

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Treating the cause is better long-term.

Addressing the root issue surgically helps prevent further degeneration and improves daily mobility.

Hip stability is essential to movement.

Repairing the joint gives your dog the ability to walk, run, and play with less strain and more confidence.

What to expect before & after surgery

From initial consultation to full recovery, we provide clear guidance and support at every step to ensure the best outcome for your pet.

  • Before Surgery

    Your general care vet performs a pre-surgical workup to assess your dog’s condition, helping ensure they are ready for the procedure.

  • Surgery Day

    We bring expert orthopedic surgery to trusted veterinary clinics in Tri-Cities and Spokane.

  • Recovery Process

    A check-in at two weeks helps monitor healing and ensure a smooth return to normal activity.

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We provide a better experience for you & your pet.

We make orthopedic surgery easier for pets and their people. Get clear, compassionate care tailored to your pet’s needs.

  • Orthopedic only – We don’t offer general care—just targeted procedures.

  • Cost-conscious care – High-quality treatment without inflated pricing.

  • We come to you – Surgery is done at trusted clinics near you.

About Us
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We are incredibly grateful for the quality of care we received to a very important member of our family. The procedure as well as the follow-up was amazing. The smooth recovery is thanks to the the great care. We are grateful.

Robert Brickett

This was the best experience I could have asked for in the situation. We were able to schedule our appointment within a week of diagnosis, this was amazing as most places were 5 weeks out plus. All my questions were answered even after hours. Expectations for recovery were clear and easy to follow. My Miss Penny is back to playing, running and being her happy little self.

amanda walter

I've had nothing but wonderful experiences here with both Dr. Pilgeram and Dr. Alley, and the techs! From the very beginning when I was panicking about what to do about my dog's luxating patella, they were helpful and extremely quick about getting him in for a consultation and then surgery. They took so much time explaining everything to me, and reassuring me when I was being a neurotic mess about my boy. He ended up having both patellas done (on separate occasions) and both times the process was extremely smooth and my dog is doing great! The post-op instructions are extremely clear and thorough and Tattle is doing better than ever, and I expect he'll be back to all of his regular activities soon. It's so scary having to go through anything like this with your dog, but if you have to, I highly recommend Pet Orthopedics. Tattle and I are so grateful to get back to what he loves (going fast).

Nicole Worley

Dr. Alley performed the TTA surgery on our 9 year old chocolate lab, Nala. We (and Nala) could not be more pleased with the outcome. Two months post-op, she seems totally restored to her old athletic self. Amazing results!

Scott youngren

Dr. Alley and the crew were wonderful with Zeus. Their instructions, and responses when I had questions after surgery, were quick and thorough. Zeus is making a splendid recovery.

Sara B

Can’t thank you guys enough I have my dog back. It was a long eight weeks, but it was so worth it. She’s back to swimming and playing and being herself.

Renee Hawk

My dog Roxy had patella surgery and it was the best decision we made for her to have it. She had stopped moving a few months prior; it was obvious she was in pain. She is a small dog, so we were fortunate Dr. Ally and Dr Pilgeram took on her case. The surgery was a success and within a couple of days she was back up and moving, putting weight on her leg with ease. It has been two weeks, and you would have never have known she had surgery, she is doing great!

Laura Van De Graaf

They took excellent care of our girl Penelope. Her surgery went great and she has healed perfectly. We just had her last xray and vet visit and they said she has healed incredibly well. She is a bigger breed and weighs 125 lbs. They handled her perfectly. We are so happy with the results and the service we received. Thank you so much taking care of our girl❤️

Angela Johnson

I was very happy with my experience here. They did the surgery less than a week after calling and were extremely good on the follow ups. Now my pup is up and running around on all four legs again!

JB
Hip Dysplasia & Luxation FAQs

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Our goal is to help you understand the condition and the solution. This section covers the facts, options, and recovery expectations you’ll want to know.