The risk of hip dysplasia/HD is relatively high, especially in large dog breeds. The joint disease causes pain and surgery is usually necessary.
Of course, it causes costs that are influenced by other factors.
Our guide Hip dysplasia in dogs will now explain all surgical costs and prices to you.
In a nutshell: how much does hip dysplasia surgery cost in dogs in total?
€6,113.52 – €9,256.56 excluding VAT
The total cost of HD surgery in dogs can range from €6,113.52 to €9,256.56.
Why this extreme range of costs or the horrendous costs? It always plays a role when the first surgery is performed on the dog.
In addition, very high costs arise from the insertion of an artificial hip or an artificial joint.
Furthermore, the cost of hip dysplasia surgery in dogs can be influenced to your financial disadvantage by other factors.
How can I prepare my dog for hip dysplasia surgery?
In order for your dog to survive hip dysplasia surgery well, your dog should Nothing to eat twelve hours before the procedure, nothing to drink two hours before receive.
In addition, you should ensure a calm and relaxed atmosphere in your four walls the day before the operation – easier said than done – we know that!
Last but not least, you should make sure that your dog’s coat is clean and dry. This allows you to avoid possible inflammation in advance.
This is how the costs for a hip dysplasia surgery in dogs are made up
The costs for hip dysplasia surgery in dogs add up from preliminary and follow-up examination, operation, artificial hip joint and medication together.
In the case of a joint disease, there is also physiotherapy, which means additional costs.
We will now explain to you which prices contribute to the costs mentioned for hip dysplasia surgery in dogs.
preliminary examination
€13.47 – €40.41
The preliminary examination costs 13.47 euros in the simple fee rate and 40.41 euros in the triple fee rate.
A preliminary examination is necessary to confirm the suspicion of hip dysplasia in dogs.
diagnosis
from €100.00
The diagnosis of HD in a dog costs from 100.00 euros. It includes X-rays, which must be performed under anesthesia for this disease.
surgery
€1,000.00 – €2,500.00
An operation that is necessary for hip dysplasia in dogs costs between €1,000.00 and €2,500.00.
Important
In dogs with an increased risk of HD, it can make sense to have an early surgical intervention, which has an impact on health and follow-up costs.
Artificial hip
€5,000.00 – €6,500.00 per side of the body
An artificial hip or an artificial hip joint is often part of the HD surgery in dogs and costs between 5,000.00 and 6,500.00 euros – per body side!
medication
€16.00 – €24.00
For the first time, costs of around 16.00 to around 24.00 euros are incurred for the medication that is administered straight after the hip dysplasia operation.
Please note that the two prices are a guideline and apply to two different painkillers with the active ingredients carprofen and metamizol.
What the medication ultimately costs also depends on your dog’s weight and the medication prescribed by the veterinarian and the package size.
Follow-up examination, including removing stitches
€24.05 – €72.15
The follow-up examination, including removing the stitches, costs between 24.05 and 72.15 euros (single or triple rate).
physical therapy
€60.00 – €120.00
Subsequent and important physiotherapy for the dog that has had its hip operated costs between EUR 60.00 and 120.00 per unit (usually takes one to one and a half hours).
What Are the Risks and Side Effects of Canine Hip Dysplasia Surgery?
Surgery on dogs is always associated with risks in the worst case, can lead to the death of the dog.
These risks can already arise from the anesthesia.
If the dog does not tolerate it, complications such as breathing problems, respiratory arrest and circulatory collapse can occur.
Accordingly, HD surgery should only be carried out if it cannot be avoided.
In addition, the necessary medication – especially after HD surgery – also poses a health risk due to the side effects caused.
Does dog health insurance cover the costs of hip dysplasia surgery in dogs?
Do you have dog health insurance? with surgical protection, it covers at least part of the costs for hip dysplasia surgery in dogs.
In some cases there are now also special insurance packages that are designed specifically for the breed.
This means nothing other than that diseases typical of the breed – including hip dysplasia – are also covered and the costs are covered.
Please find out from your dog health insurance company how the assumption of costs for an artificial hip joint looks like.
Are you interested in other interesting offers and information about dog health insurance? Then you will find it here.
Has your dog already had hip dysplasia surgery? What about costs and prices? We’d love for you to share your story and experiences with us in the comments.