LED BY
15+ years in orthopaedic surgery
ENVIRONMENT
ICU recovery
Quiet, monitored aftercare
BEST TIMING
Fully grown
Usually 9-12 months
SUCCESS RATE
90-95%
Full, lasting mobility
WHY IT MATTERS
Why should your dog see a vet for hip pain?
Many dogs suffer quietly from hip discomfort, often showing only subtle signs, stiffness, limping, or reluctance to climb stairs. These can seem minor at first, but they're often early indicators of chronic conditions like hip dysplasia or arthritis, which gradually worsen without treatment.
A timely evaluation identifies the underlying cause and ensures your dog gets the right care to preserve mobility and quality of life.
Left untreated, hip pain can lead to:
Reduced mobility
Muscle loss
Blood clots
Strain on other joints as your dog compensates
THE BENEFITS
What will your dog gain with the surgery?
Beyond reducing pain, a successful hip replacement changes what your dog can do day to day. Here's what most owners notice once recovery is complete.
Better mobility day-to-day
Moves more freely, with reduced stiffness and limping, making daily activities easier.
Stronger overall health
Better mobility supports muscle strength, joint stability, and long-term weight control.
Reduced reliance on medication
Long-term painkillers become less necessary as the new joint consistently relieves chronic discomfort.
Lasting surgical outcomes
With proper care and follow-up, THR implants provide reliable function and comfort for many years.
A real return to activity
Walks, play, and normal movement become possible again, without ongoing joint pain limiting what your dog can do.
Protects other joints
Relieves the extra strain your dog's spine and other legs were carrying while compensating for hip pain.
IS YOUR DOG A CANDIDATE
Who is a good candidate for THR?
Total hip replacement is generally suitable for dogs who are:
Fully grown (usually over 9-12 months old)
In otherwise good health, without untreated systemic conditions
Experiencing chronic hip pain that no longer responds to conservative management, such as medication, exercise restriction, or physical therapy
If your dog struggles daily with mobility and comfort, THR may be the right next step to restore normal movement.
THE PROCEDURE
What to expect during the procedure?
WHO WILL PERFORM THE SURGERY?
Dr. Sarabjit Singh
Dr. Singh is based full-time at our DIP hospital, where he focuses on small-animal orthopaedics and surgical care, including total hip replacement.
His patient-centred approach focuses on explaining the available options clearly and helping owners understand exactly what surgery and recovery will involve.
Master of Veterinary Surgery
15+ years in small animal orthopaedic surgery
Performs total hip replacement and TPLO using the Arthrex system.
Handles fracture repair, joint stabilisation, and ligament reconstruction
SECOND OPINION
Already been told your dog needs hip replacement?
A surgery recommendation like this is a big decision. If another vet has suggested total hip replacement for your dog, Dr. Singh can review the diagnosis, walk you through the alternatives, and confirm whether THR is genuinely the right next step.
FOR REFERRING VETS
Refer the hip cases you can't fully work up in-house
How referral works
Send the case notes, and we'll confirm an appointment, usually within 48 hours
Urgent cases, including fracture-related hip trauma, are seen the same day
A full written report with imaging back to you after every consultation
We treat the hip only. Everything else stays with you
Call Dr. Singh directly to discuss a case before referring
