Coping With Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture

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2 yr. Lab - torn CCL - TPLO surgery
by: PJ on Mon, Aug 06 2007

I have a 2 year old Lab who tore her CCL while playing. Since she’s a very active, large dog, her regular vet suggested we see an ortho vet for TPLO surgery. Although VERY expensive we went with it. The healing process is long and was very difficult at first as she had to be crated 24/7 for the first month (except for quick bathroom breaks at which time she was assisted using a belly sling).

We’re now in the second month post-op. She’s progressing well and has started 5 minute walks on a short leash along with hydrotherapy and Physical Therapy. She really wants to run but we’re sticking with the doctor’s orders because we want our young dog to have a full recovery. I think TPLO was definately the way to go.

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August 2007

2 yr. Lab - torn CCL - TPLO surgery - by PJ - (Mon, Aug 06 2007)
I have a 2 year old Lab who tore her CCL while playing. Since she’s a very active, large dog, her regular vet suggested we see an ortho vet for TPLO surgery. Although VERY expensive we went with it. The healing process is long and was very difficult at first as she had to be crated 24/7 for the first month (except for quick bathroom breaks at which time she was assisted using a belly sling). [more..]

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