This sweet 9-year-old Golden Retriever girl came to us after limping on her back left leg for several months. The lameness was on and off, but her owner noticed she was having a harder time getting up and would wince when putting weight on that leg.
After a thorough orthopedic exam and radiographs, we diagnosed a cranial cruciate ligament tear and recommended TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) surgery to restore stability and comfort.
Before surgery, we performed comprehensive pre-anesthetic bloodwork to ensure she was healthy and safe for anesthesia. We always highly recommend pre-surgical testing, as many conditions—such as liver or kidney issues, blood abnormalities, or heart concerns—can only be detected through bloodwork and monitoring. These tests are especially important before any surgery.
We’re happy to share that her surgery went smoothly and successfully!
She has been recovering beautifully and is healing very well. Watching her regain comfort and mobility is the best reward.