Comprehensive Pet Orthopedics in Surrey

It can be easy to take your pet's mobility for granted, as they always seem to have boundless energy. Just as the human body's natural structures can be damaged or break down with age, so can your beloved companion. At Snowden Animal Hospital, we proudly provide dependable pet orthopedics to Surrey, Cloverdale, and their surrounding communities.

Our talented veterinary surgical staff will work to repair and protect your pet's musculoskeletal system and restore their mobility. You can breathe easy knowing that we'll work to make your cat or dog's time with us as stress-free as we can. Our team looks forward to meeting you and helping you discover the benefits of our pet orthopedic surgery services. Contact us today to schedule your pet's consultation appointment!

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What Is Veterinary Orthopedics?

Although many people have heard of orthopedics, they may not know what it entails. Pet orthopedics encompasses various surgical procedures that correct diseases and injuries of your pet's bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and other musculoskeletal structures. Our Surrey pet orthopedic services are ideal for pets of all ages, as a puppy can suffer from musculoskeletal problems just as an older dog can. From improving your pet's overall mobility to minimizing pain and discomfort, there are various benefits to our orthopedic offerings.

Our friendly and knowledgeable veterinary team is here to give you all the information you need to decide whether our services are right for your beloved pet. We can help you determine if you should bring in your pet for an appointment, as some of the signs of musculoskeletal problems include:

Lameness or a change in weight-bearing
Hesitation to go on walks or runs
Excessive head bobbing when walking
Apprehension of going up and down stairs
Hiding or avoiding socialization

Our Pet Orthopedic Surgery Process

When you first bring in your pet for their initial consultation appointment, our veterinarian will start by asking you various questions. Have you noticed a change in their behavior recently? Does your pet seem to be avoiding putting weight on one of their limbs? We'll then conduct an extensive wellness exam and take detailed images of any areas of concern using x-ray technology. Once we've pinpointed the issue, we'll schedule your pet's surgery and give you pre- and post-operative instructions. Depending on the severity of your pet's issue, we may have an orthopedic specialist surgeon come into the office to handle your pet's advanced case.

Some of the types of surgeries we regularly perform include:

TPLO Surgery: When your pet's cranial cruciate ligament is torn, it can severely reduce mobility and reduction in irreversible joint damage without surgical intervention. Tibial plateau levelling osteotomy or TPLO surgery is aimed at reducing the amount that your pet's tibia shifts forward during a stride and restoring their overall mobility.
MPL Surgery: Just as in humans, when your dog or cat's kneecap begins popping in and out of its groove because of excessive wear, it can cause pain and discomfort. Medial patella luxation or MPL surgery helps realign the patella, relieve pain, and restore normal knee function.
Amputation: One of our primary goals at Snowden Animal Hospital is to save your pet's limbs whenever possible. However, there are certain situations where amputation may be the best option to protect your pet's well-being and prevent your pet from dealing with unnecessary pain.

Orthopedics FAQs

We know how frustrating it can be to agree to a surgical service without fully understanding what it entails. That's why our experienced veterinary team is here to answer any of your questions. Some of the most frequently asked questions about our Surrey pet orthopedic surgery services include:

Do you provide referrals to other offices?

Yes. Our office can provide you with referrals for recovery therapy. Some of the services we can refer you for include hydrotherapy, laser therapy, and acupuncture.

Are orthopedic services only for accidents?

Not at all. Our orthopedic surgical services are also ideal for addressing age-related musculoskeletal degradation and trauma from accidents.

Will you have to anesthetize my pet?

Yes. We may have to anesthetize your pet during the initial appointment stage when we're taking x-ray images and during actual orthopedic surgery. You can rest assured we follow strict guidelines to help facilitate a safe surgical process.

Skilled Surrey Pet Orthopedic Surgery

Whether your dog has been injured in an accident or your cat is showing signs of lameness, our practice is here for you. At Snowden Animal Hospital, we offer time-tested pet orthopedic surgery to Surrey residents and those in its nearby areas. Our experienced surgical team will work to alleviate your pet's pain, prevent complications, and restore their mobility. Your pet is in good hands with our knowledgeable and compassionate veterinary staff. Reach out to us today to schedule your pet's next appointment and learn more about our orthopedic services!