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What Is a Staged Dental in Dogs and Cats?

A staged dental means splitting your pet’s dental treatment over two separate procedures and two anaesthetics. For example,
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Are Anaesthetic-Free Dentals Good for Dogs and Cats?

Anaesthetic-free dental cleaning can make a dog’s teeth look much cleaner. Tartar and plaque can sometimes be removed
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Dental Grades Mean in Dogs

What Do Dental Grades Mean in Dogs?

Dental grades help us estimate how severe a dog’s dental disease is, how difficult the procedure may be
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Why Does My Dog Have Bad Teeth?

Dental disease is extremely common in dogs. It usually doesn’t start with a rotten tooth. It starts with
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What Is the Coronoid Process in a Dog’s Elbow?

The coronoid process is a small piece of bone inside the elbow joint of a dog. It may
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Elbow Problems in Dogs: A Common Cause of Front Leg Limping

After paw injuries, the elbow is one of the most common areas we find causing front leg pain
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Paw Problems in Dogs: A Common Cause of Limping

Paw problems are one of the most common causes of limping we see at Sandringham Veterinary Hospital in
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Why Is My Dog Limping? How Much Does It Cost to Find Out?

If your dog is limping, you may be wondering what is wrong—and how much it will cost to
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Why Is My Dog Limping on a Front Leg?

Front leg limping is a common problem we see in dogs at Sandringham Veterinary Hospital in Bayside Melbourne.
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Why Is My Dog Limping on a Back Leg?

Back leg limping is one of the most common problems we see in dogs at Sandringham Veterinary Hospital
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What is a TPLO?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, we frequently perform Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery to treat cranial cruciate ligament
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What Is the Meniscus and How Does It Cause Knee Pain in Dogs?

If your dog has torn its cruciate ligament or continues to limp despite treatment, the problem may not
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How Long Does a FHO Surgery Take for Dogs?

How Long Does a FHO Surgery Take for Dogs?

A Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) surgery typically takes 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on factors like your
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How Much Does FHO Surgery Cost for Dogs

How Much Does FHO Surgery Cost for Dogs?

If your dog is experiencing hip pain from conditions like hip dysplasia, arthritis, or fractures, Femoral Head Ostectomy
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Will My Dog Return to Normal After FHO Surgery?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, one of the most common questions we hear from concerned pet owners is: “Will
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How Do I Know If My Dog Needs a Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO)?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, we often see pet owners worried about their dog’s mobility and hip pain. If
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What Is a Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) in Dogs?

FHO is a surgical procedure where the head and neck of the femur (thigh bone) are removed. Unlike
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Hip Surgery for Dogs: What Pet Owners Need to Know

Hip problems are a common issue in dogs, particularly in large breeds. When conservative treatments like medication and
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What Is the Recovery Time for Patella Surgery for Dogs?

If your dog has undergone patella surgery for a luxating patella, proper post-operative care is essential for a
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How Long Does Patella Surgery Take for Dogs

How Long Does Patella Surgery Take for Dogs?

If your dog has been diagnosed with luxating patella, surgery is often the best solution to restore mobility
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How Much Does Patella Surgery Cost for a Dog

How Much Does Patella Surgery Cost for a Dog?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, we understand how important it is to ensure your dog’s comfort and mobility. If
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Luxating Patella in Dogs

What Is a Luxating Patella in Dogs?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, one of the common orthopedic issues we see in dogs is a luxating patella—a
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Patella Surgery Dog

What Is Patella Surgery in Dogs?

At Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, we often see dogs struggling with luxating patella, a condition where the kneecap (patella)
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Will My Dog Return to Normal Activity After TPLO Surgery?

A cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear is one of the most common knee injuries in dogs, often requiring
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