Animal Orthopaedics

31/08/2026

This is Button, Rabbit and Finn! 🐰❤️

Gorgeous Rabbit (in the middle) was referred to us by Alice from The Vet Van after suddenly became lame on her left hind leg while out running, with a suspected cruciate injury.

As an active girl, her mum’s main goal was getting her back to her athletic lifestyle, so a left TPLO was performed at our Wellington clinic to provide the best chance of an early return to function.

It's safe to say, she's back to living her lavish lifestyle. Rabbit and her siblings are enjoying a visit to their local café — and this was Rabbit’s very first bike ride since surgery! 🚲🐰

What a beautiful way to celebrate her recovery. 😍🥕

24/08/2026

Thank you Kelly and Stella for the amazing review ✨🖤

Every patient who walks through our doors is unique — and that means their care needs to be unique too. 🐾

Some patients are confident and curious, while others may be nervous, fearful or overwhelmed by a new environment.

Our vets and team take the time to build trust, work at each patient’s pace and make their visit as calm and positive as possible. Sometimes that means slowing things down, giving them space, offering plenty of reassurance and letting them come to us when they’re ready. 💛

19/08/2026

Pain-free felines🖤💛 🐱

This lovely 15-year-old boy, Fuzz, presented with sudden-onset lumbosacral pain and tail dysfunction.

X-rays demonstrated transitional vertebrae at the lumbosacral junction, which can contribute to nerve compression and discomfort.

Fuzz has started epidural steroid injections with our team at Animal Orthopaedics Christchurch, with his response carefully monitored after each treatment. We’re thrilled that his owner has already noticed an improvement since his first visit! 🐾

If you are worried that your beloved feline might be “slowing down” then check out https://painfreecats.org/ and see your vet to check in.

Every cat deserves a comfortable pain-free life!

17/08/2026

Bilateral TPLO – Can we do both knees in one surgery? 💛

The answer is yes! For the right dog, having both knees repaired in a single surgery can be life-changing. However, every patient is assessed individually by our surgeon to determine the safest and most appropriate approach.

Lainey is recovering beautifully after her bilateral TPLO, weight-bearing really well on both legs with healthy incisions and minimal swelling. 🐾

What an amazing start to her recovery! Well done, Lainey and her family! 🐶💪

17/08/2026

06/08/2026

Franklyn's trading a nasty fracture for a fresh start 🐶🔩

This handsome wee pup visited our Wellington clinic after suddenly crying out while running and turning, becoming acutely lame on his right hind.

Pre-op radiographs revealed a tibial tuberosity avulsion fracture, which Dr Andrew Worth repaired using a 2mm pin placed in the tibial tuberosity, along with two 1.5mm K-wires placed from proximal to distal in the plateau as cross pins.
Intra-op imaging confirmed accurate implant placement, so the K-wires were bent, and a 19G tension band wire was placed around the 2mm pin to complete the construct 🦴

Franklyn recovered smoothly post-surgery, resting comfortably with his favourite toy from home by his side 💪🥰

04/08/2026

Successful recovery is all about safe confinement and controlled activity—and how that looks will depend on your pet's personality, your home, and your family's routine.

For some pets, a crate is the best option. For others, a puppy pen, a small room, a kennel, or another secure space in your home.

We'll work with you to create a confinement plan that suits your pet while still supporting a safe and successful recovery. Our team is here to guide you - making sure your pet is comfortable and you feel confident caring for them at home.

Every recovery journey is unique, and together we'll find the approach that's right for you and your pet! 🐶🐱🐾

27/07/2026

🐾 Dave is lapping up the royal treatment post TPLO! 💛🖤🫅

Poor Dave came to see our team as he was carrying his leg and non-weight bearing after a collision with another dog. This brave guy is now post surgery and lapping up the love and attention. While recovery may take a little bit longer due to significant muscle loss, everything is healing beautifully and he's right on track.

With plenty of physiotherapy, home exercises, and rest at home we're excited to watch their strength continue to grow. Keep up the amazing work Dave and family—we're all cheering you on! 💪🐶

09/07/2026

We are closed Friday 10th July for Matariki, we hope everyone has a safe and happy long weekend ✨🌠🌌

If you have an emergency with your pet, please get in touch with your nearest after-hours clinic for support.