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Orthopedics: Luxating Patellas
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This orthopedic surgery is performed to stabilize the knee cap (patella) and keep it from slipping out of the groove that it usually slides within. This procedure deepens the groove and alleviates the forces pulling the knee cap out of alignment. Obesity is one major factor that predisposes dogs to this condition. Keeping your dog a healthy weight will greatly decrease their chances in having to undergo this procedure.

While other orthopedic problems like ruptured ACLs are usually caused by acute injury or obesity, luxating patellas are often genetic and common in small dogs.  Often signs of this orthopedic conditions are limping or hopping.

If your pet has had this surgery you will receive post operative care instructions when picking them up. You may also check out our online post-operative instructions here.

 

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