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Is Your Pup Suffering From Hip Dysplasia? Learn More About TPO Surgery

With Triple Pelvic Osteotomy (TPO), young dogs with hip dysplasia can improve their symptoms by improving the poorly shaped hips dealt out by nature. The results can be life-changing and amazing for your pup. However, not all dogs are able to handle TPO surgery and ultimately are not good candidates. Read below to learn the important...

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When Should I Look Into Total Hip Replacement For My Dog or Cat?

If you have any concerns about your companion having hip problems; ask a veterinary surgeon when you should start considering Total Hip Replacement (THR)surgery for your fur baby, the sooner you get started – the better!  Hip dysplasia is a condition that is characterized by abnormal joint laxity in which the head of the femur does not fit tightly within...

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Protect Your Pets This Holiday Season

With the holiday season in full swing, many people may be scrambling to finalize plans for the weekend ahead while double-checking their various lists, including the following list of veterinarian-provided tips for protecting your pets during the holiday season. Beware of Holiday Foods As you prepare your holiday feasts and sweets, remember not to share any...

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Ask the Veterinary Surgeon: What is Secondary Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis (OA), also referred to as Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), is defined as the progressive deterioration of the cartilage surrounding the joints. The American College of Veterinary Surgeons characterizes it as a loss of joint cartilage, thickening of the joint capsule, and the development of bone spurs (osteophytes). That can result in inflammation, discomfort, and decreased...

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Will My Pet Need a Total Hip Replacement?

Treatment for hip dysplasia depends on the condition’s severity and your pet’s overall health. Typically, conservative treatment options such as pain management and exercise modifications are attempted before a board-certified veterinary surgeon will recommend a total hip replacement (THR), particularly for dogs and cats with mild HD whose symptoms have not progressed to the extent they...

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What is a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon?

Treating moderate to severe hip dysplasia – a painful condition characterized by abnormal joint laxity of the hip joint – surgically is best managed by a board-certified veterinary surgeon like Global Veterinary Specialists founder Dr. William Liska. A board-certified veterinary surgeon has completed additional years of training, successfully meeting the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) specific...

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