There are many reasons why your pet may need surgical care, whether it’s due to an injury, an abnormality that requires removal, or a misaligned bone that needs repositioning. Whatever the situation, we’re here and ready to take on the challenge with care and expertise.
Spaying and neutering are common surgical procedures that offer numerous health benefits for pets. Spaying, also known as an ovariohysterectomy, involves the removal of a female pet’s ovaries and uterus. This procedure eliminates the risk of uterine disease and significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer in dogs . It’s generally recommended for all female dogs due to these health benefits and to help control the pet population.
Neutering, or castration, involves the removal of a male pet’s testicles. This procedure reduces the risk of benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostatitis, and hormone-related diseases such as perianal adenoma and hernias in dogs. Neutering also helps in reducing certain behaviors like roaming and aggression, which can lead to injuries.
We offer a wide range of soft tissue surgeries that focus on the health of internal organs, skin, and muscles. These procedures include the removal of masses, lumps, or tumors, spaying and neutering, removal of foreign bodies obstructing the intestines, and airway unblocking.
Our experienced veterinary team is equipped to perform a variety of orthopedic surgeries, addressing muscular and skeletal concerns. This includes treating joint, bone, and ligament issues caused by injury or degenerative conditions, such as hip dysplasia, alignment problems, fracture repair, and muscle tears.
TPLO is a very intensive and specialized orthopedic procedure which requires precision and exact planning. Our veterinary surgeons have performed thousands of bone & joint surgeries and gained invaluable experience which enabled them to perform TPLO surgeries ranging from 5-10lbs dogs and cats to more than 110lbs dogs with 95% of success rate.
We accept patients from all over the Washington state, waiting period is only few days at Animal medical and surgical center of Bellingham. Thanks to our compassionate veterinary support team and safe anesthetic protocols which reduce the pain and patient be able to send home same day after TPLO Surgery.
TPLO is an advanced surgical technique to correct injured/ruptured cranial cruciate ligament in knee joint of dogs. Most orthopedic veterinary surgeons prefer TPLO surgical technique for large active dogs because of consistent outcome in even the most athletic patients. Recently newer generation TPLO orthopedic plates enables us to perform this Surgery on very small breed dogs as well which has same consistent positive outcome of the TPLO procedure.
As each dog and cat have different bone geometry, we utilize advanced computer software for all of our orthopedic procedures to measure geometry of a patient’s skeleton. These measurements are precisely and carefully executed by our experienced surgeons into actual surgical procedures which significantly enhance the outcome of that procedure.
The TPLO Surgeries computer software program enables us to know the Tibial plateau Angle, the size of the orthopedic Plate, the size of the osteotomy to be made, and the Rotation to be made to achieve the desired final Tibial Plateau Angle even before we do surgery.
The TPLO technique involves making a circular cut around the top of the tibial bone and rotating its contact surface (Tibial plateau) until it attains a near-level orientation (Appx 90 degrees) relative to the attachment of the quadricep muscle. This renders the knee more stable in the absence of CrCL. The cut is stabilized with an orthopedic bone plate and screws.
If your dog has experienced recent trauma such as jumping from a large height or twisted his/her back leg while playing or running, your furry friend should be assessed by orthopedic surgeon. A sudden blow to knee joint can potentially cause a cranial cruciate rupture, making the particular knee joint unstable and painful.
Recent studies showed senior dogs are prone to degenerated changes in cranial cruciate ligament in which ligament breaks fiber by fiber and eventually leads to a complete rupture. If your dog has intermittent lameness in their back legs it could be the start of the disease. Further progression of the disease can be arrested by medical management, regenerative medicine such as stem cells, platelet rich plasma therapy, or surgery.
Pain medication and rest will help to some extent, but cranial cruciate ligament deficient knee joint will develop arthritis more quickly. Unfortunately, arthritis once developed will not be reversed and will serve as continuous source of pain in the joint. Your furry friend may need pain medications for all of his or her life to mitigate pain generated by arthritis.
Although TPLO surgery is considered gold standard as it has most success and repeatable results but numerous other surgeries such as Tibial Tuberosity advancement, (TTA) Cora based leveling osteotomy (CBLO) Extra capsular repair are the other options. Discuss all your options with veterinary surgeons.
TPLO surgery involves various variables such as anesthesia cost, which fluctuate with weight of your furry friend. Cost of TPLO implants, which pain medications are utilized during and after surgery, experience of the veterinary surgeon and standard of care at the facility. While taking quotes from different facilities please make sure you compare apples with apples.
Our front desk team has expertise in dealing with pet insurance so we can get pre approval of the cost of surgery if your insurance permits. Most pet insurance covers the cost of the surgery, Individual variation exists in between pet insurances so we strongly advise you to consult with policy maker, If you need any assistance our front desk will navigate through necessary paper work.
Answer: Our 98% of cases recover in 12 weeks after TPLO surgery. We provide comprehensive care, advise and answer all your questions to navigate you through the recovery phase of TPLO surgery. We do timely follow-up care to prevent any complications.
We provide necessary rehabilitation services at Animal Medical and Surgical Center. We provide you with a comprehensive list of instructions on how you can deliver rehabilitation exercises at home for your furry friend after TPLO surgery.
Patellar luxation is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs, The patella, or Kneecap is normally located in a groove on the end of the femur, or thighbone, Patellar luxation (dislocation) is a condition where kneecap rides outside the femoral groove with the knee flexed.
The condition affects primarily small dogs, especially breeds such as Boston terrier, Yorkshire terrier, Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Bichon Frise and Miniature poodle, The incidence in large breed dogs however has been on the rise over the past ten years.
In almost all cases of patellar luxation, the dog will end up with terrible osteoarthritis in later life. A dislocating kneecap is very uncomfortable to begin with but after years of rubbing the cartilage under the patella on the ridge of the knee, severe arthritic changes will develop. Whether your pet is young or whether the problem has caused severe degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis, experienced veterinary Surgeons at Marine and Fraser veterinary Clinic may offer Patellar Groove Replacement as an alternate solution to conventional Surgical methods.
Bone & joint injuries are not uncommon in dogs and cats. Especially in kittens and puppies, these injuries are seen more often because of soft bones due to age factors. Jumping from height & bone cancer is the most common cause of bone fracture in adult dogs and cats.
Veterinary surgeons at Animal Medical and Surgical Center of Bellingham have years of experience of treating these injuries. If you have a pet or patient with bone or joint injuries don’t make them wait longer than they need to. We are new advanced veterinary center with a full team, state of the art modalities and we are ready to help you.
Sudden limping, crying, whiny or hiding are the common behavior indicators seen in bone or joint injuries. Bone fractures can occur with or without an external open wound, Asymmetry, bending, twisting, bruising or swelling can be seen at the area of bone fracture.
If you suspect a bone fracture in your dog or cat, the first step you should take to in this situation to remain calm. Your dog or cat is likely frightened in pain and will be counting on you to get them veterinary care and attention they need. Never try to make the broken bone straight again as doing so sharp edges of fractured bone can injure vital nerve. Restrict the movement to avoid further insult to injury. Call emergency veterinary care immediately.
Treatment depends upon the nature of bone fracture such as minor fracture or major complicated fractures. Minor non-displaced fractures can be treated by external splint, however more complex and major bone fractures need to be corrected with surgery to keep the normal alignment and angle of the bone and joint.
At Animal Medical and Surgical Center of Bellingham we understand how busy we are in our daily life; our veterinarian and support staff will work as a team with you to get through this difficult time easily and quickly. Where feasible our veterinarians use MIPO technique (Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis) to correct the broken bone, which is much faster to treat any fractured bone.
Our facility has capability to render Regenerative medicines which would be utilized such as bone graft, Platelet rich plasma or stem cells to accelerate the internal potential of the body to heal bone injuries much faster than traditional techniques.
Our primary goal is to treat the bone fracture or joint injury quickly to make comfort to your furry friend, Cost of the fracture is variable which depend upon weight, age and complexity of the procedure. Our veterinary Surgeon will discuss various options and expected outcomes with those procedures during consultations after performing thorough assessment of the patient.
Note: The advice provided in this post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice regarding people or pets. We recommend consulting with veterinarians to get tailored treatment plan for your fury friend.
Our practice offers advanced laser therapy services that are fast, non-invasive, and completely pain-free. Utilizing photobiomodulation, laser therapy enhances patient recovery by reducing inflammation, preventing scarring, and speeding up healing times for your pet.
Laser therapy is especially beneficial for pets during and after surgery, as it helps improve the local biochemical environment of the tissue, promoting better repair and recovery. It can also aid in managing pain and inflammation, particularly in dogs prone to osteoarthritis, improving their mobility and overall quality of life with just a few sessions.
In addition, laser therapy is effective for treating oral surgery, superficial injuries, and acute physical trauma, making it a valuable tool in a wide range of veterinary procedures. Consult with our veterinarians to learn how laser therapy can support your pet’s healing process during surgery.
We offer Minimally invasive surgeries such as foreign body removal from the digestive tract using an endoscope, biopsy of the digestive tract, urinary stone removal, ear poly removal, and minimally invasive fracture repair using fluoroscopy modality.
