Whenever a dog suffers from a broken leg, he’s going to need a dedicated plan to fix it and to get him back to being able to use it again. Obviously, we give a lot of thought to the appropriate plan of action to repair the leg. Which often means a costly surgery and a period of rest for recuperation after the operation.
However, one of the most important aspects of repairing broken legs, especially in dogs, is having a plan for his rehabilitation during this recuperation and after the bone has been repaired. This is very important because it ensures that the break heals as well as possible. And at the same time makes sure that he learns to use the limb properly and in a timely fashion. It’s also something that is still not always used as much as it could be in veterinary patients. But it is definitely a growing field with an expanding body of evidence and appropriately dedicated professionals.
