![TTA vs TPLO: Why TPLO is the Modern Standard for a Torn Knee Ligament in Dogs]()
by Chase Atwood, DACVS | May 21, 2026 | Surgical Procedures
Quick facts TPLO is the procedure of choice for the vast majority of dogs with a torn cranial cruciate ligament (the dog version of an ACL). TPLO has over 30 years of peer-reviewed outcome data showing consistent return-to-function across dogs of every size at short...
![Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome]()
by admin | Nov 6, 2023 | Surgical Procedures
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome in Dogs What is Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome? Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is a common respiratory condition affecting certain breeds of dogs, characterized by anatomical abnormalities that...
![Understanding PennHIP Screening Radiographs]()
by admin | Sep 20, 2023 | Surgical Procedures
Understanding PennHIP Screening Radiographs Introduction In the realm of veterinary medicine, particularly in orthopedics, PennHIP screening radiographs have become an increasingly indispensable tool for early diagnosis and treatment of hip dysplasia in dogs. As pet...
![Medial Patellar Luxation and Surgical Correction in Dogs]()
by admin | Jun 22, 2023 | Surgical Procedures
This article discusses a common orthopedic condition in dogs, particularly smaller breeds, known as Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL), a condition that can often requires surgical correction. Understanding Medial Patellar Luxation The patella, or knee cap, is a small...
![CCL Disease and TPLO Surgery in Dogs: A Pet Owner’s Guide]()
by admin | Jun 14, 2023 | Surgical Procedures
Quick Facts: CCL Disease and TPLO in Dogs What it is: CCL (cranial cruciate ligament) disease is the canine equivalent of a torn ACL in humans, and it’s the most common orthopedic injury in dogs Most affected breeds: Labradors, Rottweilers, Bulldogs,...
