{"id":4183,"date":"2022-04-29T11:14:33","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T11:14:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/"},"modified":"2022-04-30T11:15:39","modified_gmt":"2022-04-30T11:15:39","slug":"do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/","title":{"rendered":"Do dogs need surgery for torn ligaments?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Do_dogs_need_surgery_for_torn_ligaments\" title=\"Do dogs need surgery for torn ligaments?\">Do dogs need surgery for torn ligaments?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#How_much_does_it_cost_to_repair_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog\" title=\"How much does it cost to repair a torn ligament in a dog?\">How much does it cost to repair a torn ligament in a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#What_happens_if_you_dont_repair_a_dogs_torn_ACL\" title=\"What happens if you don\u2019t repair a dog\u2019s torn ACL?\">What happens if you don\u2019t repair a dog\u2019s torn ACL?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Can_a_dog_recover_from_a_torn_ligament_without_surgery\" title=\"Can a dog recover from a torn ligament without surgery?\">Can a dog recover from a torn ligament without surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#How_much_does_ligament_surgery_cost_for_a_dog\" title=\"How much does ligament surgery cost for a dog?\">How much does ligament surgery cost for a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#How_do_you_treat_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog\" title=\"How do you treat a torn ligament in a dog?\">How do you treat a torn ligament in a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Can_knee_ligaments_heal_without_surgery\" title=\"Can knee ligaments heal without surgery?\">Can knee ligaments heal without surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Can_I_walk_my_dog_with_a_torn_cruciate_ligament\" title=\"Can I walk my dog with a torn cruciate ligament?\">Can I walk my dog with a torn cruciate ligament?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Can_a_dog_live_with_a_torn_ligament\" title=\"Can a dog live with a torn ligament?\">Can a dog live with a torn ligament?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Is_a_dog_in_pain_with_a_torn_ACL\" title=\"Is a dog in pain with a torn ACL?\">Is a dog in pain with a torn ACL?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Can_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog_heal_on_its_own\" title=\"Can a torn ligament in a dog heal on its own?\">Can a torn ligament in a dog heal on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_tore_a_ligament\" title=\"How do I know if my dog tore a ligament?\">How do I know if my dog tore a ligament?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#What_happens_if_ACL_is_not_repaired\" title=\"What happens if ACL is not repaired?\">What happens if ACL is not repaired?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#What_happens_if_you_cant_afford_surgery_for_your_dog\" title=\"What happens if you can\u2019t afford surgery for your dog?\">What happens if you can\u2019t afford surgery for your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments\/#Is_pet_insurance_worth_the_money\" title=\"Is pet insurance worth the money?\">Is pet insurance worth the money?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_need_surgery_for_torn_ligaments\"><\/span>Do dogs need surgery for torn ligaments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">A torn ACL in dogs is one of the most common dog injuries. A torn ACL requires rest, immobilization, and sometimes surgery. It is entirely possible for a dog to recover from an ACL tear without surgery. Many dogs heal through surgery alternatives like orthopedic braces and supplements.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-it-cost-to-repair-a-torn-ligament\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_cost_to_repair_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog\"><\/span>How much does it cost to repair a torn ligament in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Veterinary Cost<\/p>\n<p>TPLO and TTO tends to go for about $2,000 to $3,000 per knee. Extra-capsular repairs by board-certified surgeons approximate $1,000 to $2,000, but I\u2019ve seen some general practitioners offer this latter option for as low as $750.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-you-don-t-repair-a-dog-s\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_dont_repair_a_dogs_torn_ACL\"><\/span>What happens if you don\u2019t repair a dog\u2019s torn ACL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you do not have sugery for your dog with cranial cruciate ligament rupture, there is a very high risk of meniscal injury. If your dog was a bit lame but is now non weight bearing lame on the leg, there is a very high likelihood the meniscus has been damaged. A meniscal tear is a disaster for the stifle (knee).<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div style=\"margin: 50px 0px 40px; clear: both;\">\n<h2 id=\"can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_recover_from_a_torn_ligament_without_surgery\"><\/span>Can a dog recover from a torn ligament without surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116592\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without-surgery.jpg\" alt=\"Can a dog recover from a torn ligament without surgery?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without-surgery.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without-surgery-300x297.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without-surgery-1024x1012.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-recover-from-a-torn-ligament-without-surgery-768x759.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Brumett said dogs who have a cruciate ligament rupture that don\u2019t have surgery, rehab or bracing can develop some level of stability on their own in six to 12 months \u2013 but these dogs typically are not comfortable going on long walks, running or jumping. With a brace a dog can be back out playing in a just few weeks.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FZGbvQIHbrE\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-ligament-surgery-cost-for-a\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_ligament_surgery_cost_for_a_dog\"><\/span>How much does ligament surgery cost for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general pet owners can expect cat and dog TPLO surgery cost to average $3,500 to $5,000 and capsular suture stabilization to cost between $1,200 to $1,5004, which often includes the exam, surgery, anesthesia, operating room use, hospitalization, medications, checkups and physical therapy.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-treat-a-torn-ligament-in-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog\"><\/span>How do you treat a torn ligament in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conservative, non-surgical treatment for CCL injuries is typically only used for dogs weighing less than 30 pounds. This includes rest and anti-inflammatory medications for six weeks to two months, followed by a gentle program of exercise and, if obesity is present, weight loss.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-knee-ligaments-heal-without-surgery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_knee_ligaments_heal_without_surgery\"><\/span>Can knee ligaments heal without surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Very minor tears (sprains) may heal with non-surgical treatments and regenerative medicine therapy. But full ACL tears cannot be healed without surgery. If your activities do not involve making pivoting movements on the knee, physical therapy rehabilitation may be all you need.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-walk-my-dog-with-a-torn-cruciate-ligament\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_walk_my_dog_with_a_torn_cruciate_ligament\"><\/span>Can I walk my dog with a torn cruciate ligament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At the moment when the ACL tears, a dog will experience sudden pain and often hold their leg up. Depending on the severity of the tear, they may then avoid putting any weight on the leg for a day or so, and when they do use it again will have a limp that often continues for several weeks.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4r7E1T-t2Ng\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-a-dog-live-with-a-torn-ligament\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_live_with_a_torn_ligament\"><\/span>Can a dog live with a torn ligament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116593\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-live-with-a-torn-ligament.jpg\" alt=\"Can a dog live with a torn ligament?\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-live-with-a-torn-ligament.jpg 800w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-live-with-a-torn-ligament-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Can-a-dog-live-with-a-torn-ligament-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sure, it is possible to survive with a torn ACL. Sadly, it may be the only option if you absolutely cannot afford surgery. However, if you can afford surgery, it will dramatically improve your dog\u2019s (or cat\u2019s) quality of life.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-a-dog-in-pain-with-a-torn-acl\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_dog_in_pain_with_a_torn_ACL\"><\/span>Is a dog in pain with a torn ACL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pain. Patients with an acutely torn ACL are typically in pain. When the tear becomes chronic, pain might subside to some degree, but it stills hurts.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-a-torn-ligament-in-a-dog-heal-on-its\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_torn_ligament_in_a_dog_heal_on_its_own\"><\/span>Can a torn ligament in a dog heal on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A torn ACL in dogs is one of the most common dog injuries. A torn ACL requires rest, immobilization, and sometimes surgery. It is entirely possible for a dog to recover from an ACL tear without surgery. Many dogs heal through surgery alternatives like orthopedic braces and supplements.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-tore-a-ligament\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_tore_a_ligament\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog tore a ligament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>5 Signs Your Dog Has an ACL Injury<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Lameness. This can come on without warning when the weakened ligament gives way as the dog is running or playing.<\/li>\n<li>Sitting abnormally.<\/li>\n<li>Lameness &amp; stiffness in both back legs.<\/li>\n<li>Knee thickening &amp; swelling.<\/li>\n<li>Clicking<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PYZv1hp48J8\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-acl-is-not-repaired\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_ACL_is_not_repaired\"><\/span>What happens if ACL is not repaired?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If nothing is done, the ACL injury may turn into chronic ACL deficiency. Your knee may become more and more unstable and may give out more often. The abnormal sliding within the knee also can hurt cartilage. It can trap and damage the menisci in the knee and can also lead to early osteoarthritis.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-you-can-t-afford-surgery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_cant_afford_surgery_for_your_dog\"><\/span>What happens if you can\u2019t afford surgery for your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Check for state-specific financial assistance programs for pet healthcare. If there\u2019s no fund designed for your specific situation, RedRover\u2019s Urgent Care Grants might help. RedRover provides almost 700 grants every year for pets whose owners can\u2019t afford treatment, with an average grant amount of $200.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">Is a cruciate ligament tear painful for dogs?<\/span><\/div>\n<div><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116594\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-a-cruciate-ligament-tear-painful-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"Is a cruciate ligament tear painful for dogs?\" width=\"400\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-a-cruciate-ligament-tear-painful-for-dogs.jpg 400w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-a-cruciate-ligament-tear-painful-for-dogs-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/div>\n<p>The ligament can rupture completely (complete cruciate tear) or partially (partial cruciate tear.) The complete tear is also called an ACL or CCL tear, A ruptured cruciate is a painful and immobilizing injury. While not life-threatening, it must be addressed.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-pet-insurance-worth-the-money\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_pet_insurance_worth_the_money\"><\/span>Is pet insurance worth the money?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every pet owner should consider pet insurance. Even if you believe you have enough money to cover veterinary costs, pet insurance could still save you thousands of dollars if your pet gets sick or injured. Especially if you have multiple pets, your out-of-pocket costs could add up considerably without insurance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do dogs need surgery for torn ligaments?How much does it cost to repair a torn ligament in a dog?What happens if you don\u2019t repair a dog\u2019s torn ACL?Can a dog recover from a torn ligament without surgery?How much does ligament surgery cost for a dog?How do you treat a torn ligament in&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":116591,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4183","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-animal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Do-dogs-need-surgery-for-torn-ligaments.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4183"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4183"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4183\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":116595,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4183\/revisions\/116595"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/116591"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4183"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4183"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4183"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}