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Tarsal Arthrodesis in Dogs

Tarsal arthrodesis surgically fuses an unstable hock joint.

Tarsal arthrodesis surgically fuses an unstable hock joint. Suitability and the recovery plan depend on the underlying injury or disease.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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