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If your pet needs orthopedic surgery, you probably have questions—we’re here with clear, honest answers about care, recovery, and everything in between.
Before your pet's surgery...
Your regular veterinarian can evaluate your pet’s condition and determine if surgery is the best option.
Not necessarily! But generally, your primary vet confirms that surgery is needed prior to contacting us.
We perform surgeries at local veterinary clinics, eliminating the need for travel to specialty hospitals.
On the day of surgery...
You’ll drop your pet off at the clinic in the morning and take them home later the same day – an outpatient procedure. They’ll go home with clear recovery instructions and pain medications. We’re always available to answer questions as they settle in.
In most cases, no. Consultations happen the day of surgery unless something unusual needs to be reviewed in advance.
Yes, beginning at 8 pm the night before, please make sure your pet does not eat or drink. You’ll receive detailed instructions before your appointment.
After the surgery...
There are three key follow-ups:
- Week 2: An incision check to make sure healing is on track. If all looks good, physical therapy can begin.
- Week 5: A phone call to review progress and adjust your dog’s exercise plan if needed.
- Week 8: An X-ray appointment to confirm bone healing and determine next steps.
Not yet. For surgeries requiring bone healing for the first 8 weeks, all activity must be on-leash—even in the yard. Off-leash activity can lead to re-injury before the injury is fully healed.
