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Specialized Canine Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
ProFormance Canine was founded to address the specialized needs of sporting and performance dogs through advanced veterinary care. Our team combines decades of experience in diagnostic imaging, surgical interventions, and rehabilitation to deliver exceptional outcomes. We prioritize cutting-edge technology and collaborative care, ensuring each patient receives tailored treatment plans focused on restoring full performance capabilities. Our commitment to continuous education and professional affiliations ensures we remain at the forefront of veterinary orthopedic innovation. 
Services
Injury Prevention
Orthopedic Surgery
Cruciate Repair
Fracture Management
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Osteoarthritis Treatment
Sports Medicine
Anesthesia Services
Highlights and features
- Board-certified surgeons with 25+ years of TPLO procedure experience
- Advanced diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive surgical techniques
- Proven success in returning performance dogs to athletic function
- Collaborative team approach with anesthesiologists and rehabilitation specialists
- Continuous equipment upgrades for state-of-the-art patient care
Associations and certifications
- American College of Veterinary Surgeons
What people say
Unparalleled TPLO experience
Compassionate post-op support
Miracle workers for mobility
Knowledgeable, supportive staff
Accurate diagnoses
Services
Orthopedic Surgery
Our orthopedic specialists diagnose and treat skeletal conditions using advanced radiographic techniques and surgical interventions. We address fractures, developmental disorders, and joint instability through methods like plate and screw fixation, external fixators, and corrective osteotomies. Our focus on performance dogs ensures surgical plans prioritize rapid recovery and return to athletic function.
Cruciate Repair
We specialize in Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) procedures for cranial cruciate ligament injuries. With over 14,000 TPLO surgeries performed, our board-certified surgeons use customized implant systems to stabilize knees in dogs of all sizes. This technique consistently restores athletic performance, particularly for working breeds and sporting dogs requiring full joint stability.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our minimally invasive options include arthroscopy for joint evaluation and treatment, laparoscopic liver biopsies, and thoracoscopic lung procedures. These techniques reduce recovery times through smaller incisions, specialized instrumentation, and advanced imaging guidance, benefiting both performance animals and general patients.
Osteoarthritis Management
We implement multi-modal treatment plans combining NSAIDs, nutraceuticals, stem cell therapy, and physical rehabilitation to manage degenerative joint disease. Our approach focuses on pain reduction and mobility improvement through both medical and surgical interventions tailored to each patient's activity level.
Anesthesia Services
Our anesthesiologists use multi-drug protocols and advanced monitoring (ECG, SpO2, blood pressure) to ensure patient safety during procedures. Individualized plans incorporate premedication, inhalant anesthesia, and post-operative pain management. Critical patients receive specialized protocols developed in consultation with veterinary anesthesiology experts.
People
Dr. Brian Huss
Veterinary Surgeon
Board-certified veterinary surgeon with over 25 years of experience performing TPLO procedures. Completed advanced surgical residency training and maintains active ACVS diplomate status. Specializes in performance dog orthopedics and complex fracture repairs.
Questions
What orthopedic services do you specialize in for performance dogs?
We focus on cruciate repair (TPLO), hip dysplasia correction, fracture management, and sports injury rehabilitation using advanced surgical techniques.
How experienced are your surgeons with TPLO procedures?
Our lead surgeon has performed over 14,000 TPLO surgeries since 1997, with specialized expertise in performance dog knee stabilization.
What emergency veterinary care options exist after hours?
For emergencies outside our operating hours, we recommend Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners in Waltham, MA for urgent orthopedic care.
Do you offer minimally invasive surgical options?
Yes, we provide arthroscopy, laparoscopy, and thoracoscopy procedures to reduce recovery times and surgical trauma for appropriate cases.
How do you manage post-operative pain for surgical patients?
We use multi-modal pain management combining local anesthetics, NSAIDs, and targeted nerve blocks to ensure patient comfort during recovery.
What diagnostic imaging capabilities do you have?
Our facility includes advanced radiographic systems for OFA/PennHip evaluations, CT-compatible C-arm imaging, and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Reviews (7)
Barbara Jones
Oct 20, 2021
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Proformance Canine took excellent care of my dog for TPLO surgery. Dr. Huss explained the procedure and gave detailed recovery care instructions. The staff provided excellent communication. We never felt like they treated our mix breed family dog any different than their higher profile patients. She is now 6 weeks post op and walking a mile a day.
Tom Ciulla
Oct 20, 2021
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Thank you to a great Doctor and wonderful staff for making my dog get better. Everyone was so patient and kind through the process.
Sebastian Burke
Sep 22, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value Drove an hour to see this doctor and with in 3 minutes the doctor comes out and says we don't see dogs like this I said well if I go in with him he will feel more comfortable didn't say anything and walked back inside
Fidelma Keogh
May 17, 2021
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I highly recommend proformance canine. The staff were amazing. My dog just underwent surgery. They kept me informed every step of the way and never minded my many questions. Kelly is a sweetheart and I was comfortable handing Molly to her. Dr. Huss was excellent and rang me as soon as surgery was over. I wouldn't hesitate to use them. Suellen Varian
Lori Preisinger
Apr 19, 2021
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Rebel had ccl surgery and the dr and the staff were incredible, they informed us of everything going, answered all our questions, and when my boy let them take him in with out us, I knew he was in good hands, if he trusted them I knew it was going to be a great place
Jeffrey Chagnon
Apr 03, 2021
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Had an excellent experience here. Dr Huss has tons of experience and handled my 4yo dog's TPLO surgery with ease. The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. They had an answer to every question and we never seemed tight on time. A huge positive for me was that each phone call - even off of office hours - was answered right away. With a dog healing after such a serious surgery it was nice to know that any need could be taken care of quickly.
Victor Guo
Mar 19, 2021
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Dr. Huss and the office staff are professional and friendly. They are always ready for explaining any questions and providing the best options. My dog was hit by a car two months ago. After that, we visited the clinic of Dr. Huss. He immediately arranged the surgery. Now our dog was completely recovered and is running with us all day. Thanks, Dr. Hussk for your great work.
