Pet Orthopedics in Cookeville, TN

Dog and Cat Orthopedic Services

At Copeland Veterinary Hospital in Cookeville, TN, we understand how important mobility and comfort are to your pet’s quality of life. Our team offers advanced orthopedic surgery to treat injuries, joint issues, and chronic mobility problems, so your pet can get back to moving pain-free.

Orthopedic Procedures We Offer:

We provide the following orthopedic procedures:

  • TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy)
    A torn cranial cruciate ligament—similar to an ACL tear in humans—is one of the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs. TPLO is the most common surgical treatment. During this procedure, the tibia is reshaped and stabilized with a plate and screws to relieve strain on the ligament and restore long-term knee stability.

 

  • FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy)
    This procedure is used to relieve pain caused by severe hip arthritis, hip dysplasia, or trauma. The femoral head and neck are removed to eliminate bone-on-bone contact. Over time, a functional “false joint” forms, allowing pets to move more comfortably.

 

  • Pinning & Plating Fracture Repair
    When a fracture is suspected, X-rays are taken to determine the location and severity. Treatment may include a splint, cast, or surgical stabilization using pins, plates, or screws. Healing is monitored closely, and rehabilitation may be recommended.

 

  • Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL) Surgery
    Medial patellar luxation occurs when the kneecap shifts out of its normal position. Surgery helps realign and stabilize the kneecap to reduce pain, improve mobility, and prevent long-term joint damage.

 

Some orthopedic conditions require different approaches. If your pet needs a surgery not listed here, please contact our team to discuss the best options for their care.

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Kudos to Copeland Veterinary Hospital

These people are wonderful!! I rushed my boy in as fast as I could because he was having an emergency and even though they had closed the front desk, they let me in to make sure he would be okay! Absolutely my new veterinarians from now on!

-- E. Moses

I have been using Copeland for my pet services for several years and while I always receive such amazing service and the staff is always so helpful just have to brag on them a little more. My dog began to be violently sick on a Saturday. I called the emergency number and was immediately connected to a doctor. Even it being so late on a Saturday evening, Dr. Josh came to the office and prescribed medication. He was friendly, great bedside manner and put me to ease right away. I could go on and on about the great staff of Copeland Veterinary. Not only do they treat your pet like their own, they take both their safety and the safety of their clients very seriously during this pandemic. In my life, I have seen many vets, many people who work in the animal business but everyone at Copeland is the very best and I couldn't imagine going anywhere else.

-- B. Lynch

Staff and doctors are amazing. My little puppy broke her leg and they were so fast to get her in and taken care of. Dr Baker is an amazing surgeon and him and the whole staff are so caring. He kept us informed the entire time our baby was with them and he personally called to check on her several times after she came home just to make sure was doing ok. I would highly recommend them!!

-- C. Roark

We couldn't be more pleased with the wonderful advice and care that we have received from Copeland's staff. If you want to work with people who truly care about your pet's well-being, Copeland's is the way to go.

-- The Pagillo's

Have been to this vet twice with the same dog and two different emergency situations and the second time was on Christmas Day and they were great both times with my fur baby! Sent text message updates with pictures and daily phone calls to let us know how she was doing!

-- A. Reed