How much does a tplo standard of dog acl tear (cruciate ligament) cost?

TPLO Standard of dog acl tear (cruciate ligament) typically costs $4,000 to $5,500. Medium to large dog with a standard TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) procedure.

How do I know if my pet's case is a tplo standard?

Common indicators of a tplo standard include: Medium to large dog 40-80 lbs; Complete CCL tear; Active or athletic dog; Standard knee anatomy on X-ray; Single-knee TPLO surgery. Contact your veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.

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TPLO Standard

Dog ACL Tear (Cruciate Ligament): TPLO Standard

Medium to large dog with a standard TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) procedure.

Typical Cost Range (TPLO Standard)

$4,000 to $5,500

Based on national average veterinary pricing for tplo standard of dog acl tear (cruciate ligament). Your actual costs may vary by location, clinic, and individual case.

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How to Tell If This Matches Your Situation

This cost range applies when the following are true. If your situation does not match, check the other severity levels for a closer estimate.

Medium to large dog 40-80 lbs
Complete CCL tear
Active or athletic dog
Standard knee anatomy on X-ray
Single-knee TPLO surgery

What Treatment Typically Looks Like

Pre-operative bloodwork, TPLO surgery by board-certified surgeon, pain management, overnight hospitalization, and 8-12 weeks of restricted activity with rechecks.

After-hours or emergency clinic visits may add a 25% surcharge to these costs.

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Other Severity Levels

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Lateral Suture Repair

$2,500 - $4,000

Small dog with a partial tear or full tear that can be managed with the less expensive lateral suture technique.

TPLO with Meniscal Damage

$5,000 - $6,000

Large athletic dog with CCL tear plus torn meniscus, requiring extra surgical repair and extended rehab.

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