How much does a TPLO cost?

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In general pet owners can expect cat and dog TPLO surgery cost to average $3,500 to $5,000 and capsular suture stabilization to cost between $1,200 to $1,5004, which often includes the exam, surgery, anesthesia, operating room use, hospitalization, medications, checkups and physical therapy.

What is the success rate of TPLO surgery in dogs?

90 percent
The success rate of TPLO surgery is extremely high, with as great as 90 percent of dogs who undergo TPLO surgery returning to normal or almost normal function. Because of the high degree of success, it has become the treatment of choice in large-breed and/or athletic dogs.

Do dogs fully recover from TPLO surgery?

Recovering From TPLO – Dog Recuperation Times Recovering from TPLO surgery is a long process for dogs, but the recovery time for TPLO surgery is still much shorter than comparable surgeries, coming in at around 12-16 weeks. Expect your dog to return to full physical activity approximately 6 months after TPLO surgery.

How long does dog TPLO surgery take?

45 minutes to 1 hour
The total anesthetic time for a TPLO procedure ranges from 1.5-2 hours depending on the specific patient. The surgery itself ranges from 45 minutes to 1 hour.

How often does TPLO fail?

With the TPLO procedure there is a reported 90-95% good to excellent outcome. An excellent outcome is one where your pet can run, jump and play and you will not notice your pet has ever had a problem.

How painful is TPLO surgery?

Dogs Will Be in Significant Pain Following TPLO Surgery The combination of the bone plate and screws used to stabilize the dog’s leg helps the dog feel much more comfortable compared to many other types of surgery. There will still be some discomfort, but significant pain usually isn’t common.

How long after TPLO can dog jump on couch?

Recovering from TPLO surgery is a long process for dogs, but the recovery time for TPLO surgery is still much shorter than comparable surgeries, coming in at around 12-16 weeks. Expect your dog to return to full physical activity approximately 6 months after TPLO surgery.

Can my dog walk around the house after TPLO surgery?

If there are stairs leading in or out of the home, or if there are stairs required to navigate in the home, it is typically acceptable for your pet to walk up or down them. However, it is extremely important that you not let your pet run up or down the stairs, or jump off of the stairs.