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Orthopedic surgery, demystified.

What TPLO, FHO, and total hip replacement actually involve, what recovery looks like week by week, and the gear that makes both easier on dog and owner.

A dog in a clean clinical setting after orthopedic surgery, bandaged and resting calmly
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A dog with a bandaged hind leg resting on a blanket during the early weeks of TPLO surgery recovery

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TPLO Surgery Recovery: A Week-by-Week Guide

Tibial-Plateau-Leveling Osteotomy is the gold-standard repair for canine cruciate disease. Here's what to expect, week by week, and the gear that makes recovery survivable.

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