What to expect after surgery

You will be a member of your pet’s health care team. Your part at home is not difficult – it just takes compliance and diligence following the instructions provided.

Most THR patients are awake from anesthesia in about 30 minutes.
You will receive a call from the surgeon or a staff member after surgery.
Your primary care veterinarian will be kept informed.
Your companion will receive pain medication to be kept comfortable.
Patient care is constant after surgery including through the night.
About half of the THR patients are able to go home the day after surgery.
Dogs will walk to the car using the new hip with some assistance.
You will have the written home care instructions explained at the time of release.
Medications directions will be reviewed.
A staff member will assist your animal to the car to go home.
Stitches are removed 10-14 days after surgery.
Radiographic evaluation is done 5-6 weeks after surgery.
Annual communication and evaluation should be completed by the surgeon or your veterinarian.