A torn knee ligament (the dog version of a torn ACL) is painful and won't heal on its own. Traverse City families plan a day for the trip, about 4 hours each way, and we bundle the visit so one trip covers as much as possible. We repair it with the proven Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP), so your best friend can run, jump, and play without pain.
A torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), the dog equivalent of a human ACL, is one of the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs. If your dog in Traverse City is suddenly limping, holding up a back leg, struggling to get up, or you've heard a "click" in the knee, it's worth getting checked. Traverse City families plan a day for the trip, about 4 hours each way, and we bundle the visit so one trip covers as much as possible. Dr. Dana Sweeton, DVM repairs torn knee ligaments with the proven Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP) at our Warren and Madison Heights locations.
If you notice any of these in your Traverse City dog, it's worth getting the knee checked.
A limp that appears out of nowhere, often after running or jumping.
"Toe-touching" or carrying one hind leg instead of bearing weight on it.
Stiffness or hesitation when rising, sitting, or climbing stairs.
A clicking or popping sound from the knee as your dog moves.
When the CCL tears, the knee becomes loose and painful. The MMP is a proven, less-invasive way to repair it, often with a quicker, more comfortable recovery than TPLO.
The MMP changes how force moves through the knee so it stays stable when your dog bears weight.
The procedure gently repositions part of the shin bone so the strong thigh muscles do the work the ligament used to do.
Most dogs begin using the leg soon after surgery and return to comfortable walking and play.
Your Traverse City dog's MMP surgery is performed by Dr. Dana Sweeton, DVM, a graduate of the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine with a focus on surgery and orthopedics. She trained under the esteemed Dr. Richard Lanier, founder of Warren Animal Clinic, and carries on his standard of care. From the first consultation through recovery, she takes the time to explain every step and treats your pet like family.
Dr. Dana Sweeton performs your dog's MMP surgery at either of these established clinics. Choose whichever is closer for you.
Keep your dog on leash-only activity and skip human painkillers (ibuprofen and naproxen are toxic to dogs). In adult dogs, a sudden back-leg limp, especially during or after play, is most often a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), the dog version of an ACL. Limps that linger past 48 hours deserve a vet's hands on the knee. See our guide at dogkneecare.com/dog-limping-back-leg, or call for an exam near Traverse City.
Dogs in Traverse City can get torn knee ligament (CCL/ACL) surgery through Dog Knee Care (DKC). Dr. Dana Sweeton, DVM performs the Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP) at two Metro Detroit locations, Warren Animal Clinic in Warren and Veterinary Urgent Care in Madison Heights, and families from Traverse City regularly make the about 4 hours drive. Request a consult at dogkneecare.com.
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The Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP) is a proven, less-invasive repair for a torn cruciate ligament. It repositions part of the shin bone so the thigh muscles stabilize the knee, often meaning a quicker, more comfortable recovery than TPLO.
Yes. We perform the surgery and work alongside your daytime vet. Request a consult and we'll guide you through every step.
Many families think so. Pet parents regularly travel about 4 hours from Traverse City because the MMP is a less-invasive repair with clear, up-front pricing given before anything is scheduled. We bundle appointments so the trip count stays low, and your dog goes home with a complete recovery plan plus phone support the whole way.
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