FHO (Femoral Head and Neck Ostectomy). Used for: Hip dysplasia, hip fractures, Legg-Calvé-Perthes. Also called femoral head ostectomy, hip excision.
What it is
Removes the ball of the hip joint so a pain-free false joint forms. It is used for hip dysplasia, hip fractures and Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, especially in smaller dogs.
Your vet is the right person to say whether FHO suits your dog. This page helps you find who offers it nearby.
Questions to ask a surgeon
1.Is the surgeon board-certified (ACVS), and will they do the surgery themselves?
2.Will the surgery happen at this clinic, or at your regular vet's with a visiting surgeon?
3.What does the estimate include: exam, X-rays, anesthesia, implants, medications and rechecks?
4.What will recovery at home look like, and do they offer rehab?