Following TPLO surgery, dogs will be able to walk on the leg within
24 hours
, and most will be bearing moderate amounts of weight on the leg within 2 weeks.
How long before dog puts weight on leg after ACL surgery?
Some dogs will begin walking on the affected leg almost immediately after surgery, whereas others may take
24-48 hours or more
to start toe touching and/or placing some weight on the leg.
How do I get my dog to walk after TPLO surgery?
Using a sling or folded bath towel under your dog’s belly
can be used for support when walking on slick surfaces such as tile or wood floors, and even on other surfaces if they are unsteady on the surgical limb. The sling can also be used to help slow your pet’s pace down if they are pulling hard on the leash.
How long after ACL surgery will my dog walk?
How soon can a dog walk after ACL surgery? Dogs can start to go on gentle, controlled walks from 5 weeks after ACL surgery. Walks can increase in length during the remainder of the recovery period with longer walks possible as soon as
7 to 8 weeks
after ACL surgery.
Should my dog be limping 3 weeks after TPLO surgery?
How Long Should You Expect Your Dog to Limp After ACL, TPLO, Or TPA surgery?
It is both expected and completely normal for your dog to limp for a period of time after extensive knee surgery
.
Can my dog walk around the house after TPLO surgery?
Go slowly enough so that the leg is placed on the floor and weight is placed on it. Continue to prevent running, jumping, and playing. You may increase the walking time by 5 minutes every 1-2 weeks.
By 8 weeks you may be walking as much as 20-30 minutes up to 4 times daily if your dog tolerates this without limping.
What happens if my dog jumped after TPLO surgery?
There are typically no complications involved with recovery from TPLO surgery, so
your dog will likely be fine after a single infraction of exerting the knee too early
, but it’s best to limit jumping or running as much as possible.
What happens if my dog jumps after knee surgery?
Do not allow your pet to run off leash until fully recovered. Otherwise, soft tissue injuries can be expected during recovery. Stairs, like jumping,
will overstress the joint and inhibit repair
.
Can dog lay on leg after TPLO surgery?
For example,
it’s not a problem for a dog to lie down on his sore leg after TPLO surgery
.
Can I leave my dog alone after ACL surgery?
Leaving your dog alone after surgery can be hard on you, however, you may not know that giving them space will allow them to rest easier. You don’t need to feel bad about leaving them alone, as long as otherwise stated by your vet,
leaving them alone is perfectly okay
.
What can go wrong after TPLO?
Complications occurring during or after TPLO can range in severity from
swelling and bruising to fracture and osteomyelitis
. Ten to 34% of TPLO surgical procedures are reported to experience a complication and approximately two to four percent require revision surgery to address a complication.
How do I get my dog to walk after surgery?
Limit their movement and don’t let them jump or run during recovery. A mellow game of tug of war using something soft, like a stuffed animal, can give them a bit of exercise without excessive movement. Once your pet gets through their initial recovery,
resume daily walks, but keep the time and speed minimal
.
