ACL tears are the most common orthopedic injury in dogs, and it’s estimated that between 30% and 50% of dogs who tear one ACL will tear the other ACL within a few years. Why is this? Let’s take a closer look. What happens when a dog tears their ACL? When a dog tears their ACL…
Imagine, for a moment, that you’ve had a bad day. Think of how it would feel like to go through it alone – making dinner by yourself, maybe watching TV as an attempt at distraction, the feeling of being unable to sleep. Now, imagine going through it with a dog. Think of how a dog…
When a dog’s ACL (or cranial cruciate ligament) breaks, the stifle (AKA knee) becomes painful, unstable, and prone to arthritis – causing a limp. It’s important to understand that there are many degrees of ACL tearing that can occur in dogs. Here are some simple guidelines to follow: If your dog is not putting any…
