10634 Maltese Point, Suite 100
Peyton, CO 80831
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
Welcome to Falcon Family Vet, where our veterinary team diagnoses and treats kneecap dislocation, also called luxating patella, for pets in Peyton, Falcon, and the surrounding areas.
The patella, or kneecap, normally sits in a groove at the end of the thigh bone. When the kneecap slips out of this groove, it is called a luxating patella. The condition is especially common in small-breed dogs and can also affect large dogs and cats.
Luxating patella is graded from mild to severe. Mild cases may cause only an occasional skip in your pet’s step, while more severe cases can cause ongoing lameness, pain, and arthritis. Surgery may be recommended to keep the kneecap in place and protect the joint.
We tailor treatment to the severity of your pet’s condition.
Our veterinarians feel the knee to determine how easily the kneecap moves out of place and grade the condition.
Digital X-rays help us evaluate the joint and plan treatment.
Mild cases may be managed with monitoring and weight control. For more severe cases, we discuss surgical correction.
If surgery is recommended, we monitor your pet closely, manage pain, and provide a detailed recovery and activity plan.
Addressing kneecap problems early helps protect your pet’s long-term comfort and mobility.
Keeping the kneecap in place reduces discomfort and lameness.
Correction helps reduce wear on the knee and the risk of arthritis.
An unstable kneecap can increase the risk of other knee injuries, such as an ACL tear.
Contact us if your pet:
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Falcon Family Vet is proud to provide luxating patella treatment for pets in Peyton, Falcon, and the surrounding areas. Our practice stands out for:
A luxating patella is a kneecap that slips out of its normal position. It is common in small-breed dogs and can cause skipping, limping, and pain. Call Falcon Family Vet at (719) 828-7272 to schedule an exam.
The cost depends on the severity of the condition and whether one or both knees are affected. Recovery usually takes several weeks of restricted activity. Call (719) 828-7272 for more information.
Follow our fasting and medication instructions and complete any required surgery forms. After surgery, your pet will need rest, pain medication, and a gradual return to activity. Call (719) 828-7272 with questions.
No. Mild cases can often be managed with monitoring and weight control. Surgery is usually recommended for higher-grade cases or pets with ongoing lameness or pain.
To schedule an orthopedic exam, call Falcon Family Vet at (719) 828-7272 or visit us at 10634 Maltese Point, Suite 100, Peyton, CO 80831. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and we close for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday.
If your pet is skipping or limping, let us take a look. Call us at (719) 828-7272 to schedule an orthopedic exam. Visit us at 10634 Maltese Point, Suite 100, Peyton, CO 80831. We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and we close for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Our team will recommend the best plan for your pet.
