When injury or disease steals your pet’s ability to run, jump, and play, our advanced orthopedic surgical solutions can help them return to the active, pain-free life they deserve.
Watching your once-active dog struggle to stand or seeing your agile cat unable to jump breaks your heart. Whether from trauma, genetic conditions, or age-related wear, orthopedic problems don’t just limit mobility—they cause constant pain that medications alone can’t fix.
That’s where surgical intervention makes all the difference. At Morgan Hill Animal Hospital, we don’t just perform surgery. We create a personalized plan that gives your pet the best shot at a long, healthy life.
Whether it’s a torn ACL or a fracture, here’s how orthopedic surgery gets your pet moving comfortably again.
The most common orthopedic injury in dogs
Your dog was running and suddenly yelped, now holding their back leg up. Sound familiar? Torn cruciate ligaments affect thousands of dogs yearly, especially active breeds and overweight pets.
Our Surgical Solutions:
Expected Outcomes: 90-95% of dogs return to full activity within 3-4 months
When genetics fail your pet’s comfort
This inherited condition causes hip joints to develop improperly, leading to painful arthritis, sometimes in dogs as young as 6 months.
Surgical Options:
Life-Changing Results: Most pets experience dramatic pain relief and improved mobility within weeks
Common in small breeds but fixable
If your small dog occasionally skips or holds up a back leg while running, they likely have a luxating patella—a kneecap that pops out of place.
Corrective Procedures:
Success Rate: Over 90% of pets have excellent outcomes with no recurring luxation
From simple breaks to complex reconstructions
Accidents happen. When they do, proper surgical repair means the difference between full recovery and lifetime lameness.
Our Fracture Solutions:
Healing Timeline: Most fractures heal completely within 8-12 weeks with proper fixation
Multiple conditions, tailored solutions
This complex condition includes several developmental abnormalities causing front leg lameness, especially in large breeds.
Treatment Approaches:
Before any surgery, we use:
Because comfort is non-negotiable:
Surgery is just the beginning:
Thorough Evaluation Includes:
Preparing for Success:
What Happens While You Wait:
The First 24-48 Hours:
The Road to Full Function:
While here for orthopedics, ask about:
Every day your pet lives with orthopedic pain is a day stolen from their quality of life. Modern surgical techniques can restore comfort and mobility, giving back the joy of movement.
Take the first step toward your pet’s pain-free future.
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Serving Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy, and San Jose
Where advanced orthopedic care meets compassionate healing
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our support team is always ready to assist you. Your pets health, our priority anytime, anywhere.
Signs include persistent limping, difficulty rising, reluctance to jump or climb stairs, crying when touched, or decreased activity. A thorough examination and X-rays will determine if surgery is needed.
While initial healing occurs in 8-12 weeks, full recovery typically takes 3-6 months. Each case is unique, and we’ll provide a specific timeline for your pet.
Age alone isn’t a barrier. We evaluate each pet’s overall health. Many senior pets do excellently with proper anesthetic protocols and pain management.
We’ll provide a detailed checklist including: non-slip rugs, baby gates to prevent stair access, comfortable bedding at ground level, and easy access to food/water/litter.
We work closely with board-certified veterinary surgeons. For complex cases, we can arrange referral or have a specialist perform surgery at our facility.
Pain control is our top priority. We use multiple medications before, during, and after surgery. Most pets are comfortable and many seem to feel better immediately due to fixing the underlying problem.
At Morgan Hill Animal Hospital, we provide a full range of services to keep your pets healthy
Spay/neuter, tumor removal, and wound repair with advanced monitoring throughout.
Personalized spay and neuter timing based on your pet's breed and size.
Surgical extractions, oral mass removal, and jaw fracture repair guided by dental X-rays.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our support team is always ready to assist you. Your pets health, our priority anytime, anywhere.
We offer wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, diagnostics (X-rays, ultrasound), and surgeries (spay/neuter, orthopedic) for dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
Call (408) 779-7325 or use our online contact form to schedule a visit.
Trusted since 1970, Morgan Hill Animal Hospital delivers compassionate care with an experienced team, advanced technology, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. With a 4.3-star Google rating (59 reviews) and a 4.4-star Yelp rating (174 reviews), we’re a top choice in Morgan Hill. Call (408) 779-7325 to experience our care.
At Morgan Hill Animal Hospital, we provide expert veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in Morgan Hill, CA. Our services, including wellness exams, dental care, diagnostics, and surgeries, are tailored to meet the unique needs of each pet. Call (408) 779-7325 to schedule an appointment.
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