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Your Trusted Orthopedic Surgeon in La Crosse, WI
Van Loon Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing advanced orthopedic care for pets since 1997. Our team of veterinary specialists brings decades of combined experience in canine knee reconstruction, fracture repair, and raptor rehabilitation. We maintain state-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest diagnostic imaging technology to ensure accurate assessments and effective treatment plans. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our 100% success rate in TPLO surgeries and lifetime warranty on surgical labor.The practice extends its expertise beyond companion animals through our specialized Raptor Rehabilitation Center, which has successfully treated and released numerous protected birds of prey. Our compassionate staff prioritizes both animal welfare and client education, offering comprehensive wellness services alongside emergency orthopedic care. We serve pet owners across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota through a network of referring veterinarians.
Services
Cruciate Ligament Surgery
TPLO Surgery
Luxating Patella Surgery
Fracture Repair
Dentistry
Wellness Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized orthopedic veterinary experience
- Our TPLO surgeries carry a lifetime warranty with 100% success rate
- We maintain a dedicated Raptor Rehabilitation Center for protected birds
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency orthopedic services for pets
- We serve three states through an established network of veterinarians
What people say
Successful TPLO surgeries
Compassionate staff
Raptor rehabilitation success
24/7 emergency care
Lifetime surgery warranty
Services
TPLO Surgery
Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery treats cruciate ligament injuries in dogs. This advanced procedure reshapes the tibia to stabilize the knee joint, enabling full function recovery. Our board-certified surgeons perform TPLO with a lifetime warranty on surgical labor.
Raptor Rehabilitation
Our specialized Raptor Rehabilitation Center treats injured eagles, owls, and hawks under federal protection laws. Veterinarians develop customized treatment plans for fractures and illnesses, with successful release programs for red-tailed hawks, peregrine falcons, and great horned owls.
Cruciate Ligament Repair
We treat cranial cruciate ligament ruptures using advanced techniques including MMP and TTA procedures. These surgeries restore joint stability and mobility for dogs suffering from knee instability, with comprehensive post-operative care plans.
Fracture Repair
Our orthopedic specialists handle complex fractures using bone plates, pins, and external fixation. The surgical team treats radius/ulna fractures, hip luxations, and tibial injuries with precision techniques that promote complete healing and functional recovery.
Dentistry Services
We offer comprehensive dental care including cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery. Our dentistry services maintain pets' overall health through professional teeth cleaning and treatment of periodontal disease under veterinary supervision.
Questions
What orthopedic services do you offer for pets?
We specialize in TPLO surgery, cruciate ligament repair, fracture treatment, and luxating patella correction for dogs and other animals.
Do you provide emergency orthopedic care?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency services for orthopedic injuries with on-call veterinary specialists available at all times.
What is TPLO surgery?
TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) is a surgical procedure that corrects cranial cruciate ligament injuries in dogs by reshaping the tibia to stabilize the knee joint.
Do you accept payment plans?
We accept major credit cards and work with CareCredit to provide financing options for veterinary procedures and treatments.
Can you treat injured raptors?
Our Raptor Rehabilitation Center specializes in treating injured eagles, owls, and hawks under federal wildlife protection regulations.
Reviews (5)
J. DUbbz
Jun 05, 2022
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I brought my cat Bruce in today. I had no appointment and they were completely booked. I told them about my cats issues over the phone and they were kind enough to let me bring him in and fit him in between patients. I was there for a short period of time. Dr. Heim did a wonderful job explaining Bruce's ailment and so did his assistant. She had long blonde hair I don't know her name, but I want to thank her. It wasn't very expensive at all relatively speaking. I've heard horror stories from other veterinarian clinics. This was a happy ending. Thanks Van Loon Hospital. John
J. G.
Mar 17, 2022
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Took a scenic drive on the way back from Dr. appt. in LaCrosse and came to Holmen. I remembered an commercial that I had seen on TV about this Vet Clinic that sounded to good to be true so we decided to stop. Yep, you guessed it. It was to good to be true, the commercial was somewhat miss leading. It turns out that they have on Tues and Wed open VET Clinic care which is just vaccinations given, no pet care, and they charged when the commercial sounded like VET care at no cost. Even though commercial, to me, was confusing I found the place to be nice with plenty of space and country charm.
Pamela Erickson
Oct 21, 2021
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I called to get some paperwork filled out. He was busy but said to bring it in. I took it in and he seen my kitten was due for some shots and said he would give them to him of I brought him in. He has also seen my older kitten who had to have some teeth removed and they made it an easy feel good process. I have also been able to get stuff dones cheaper on Tuesdays when they have the special clinic going.
Chris W.
Sep 12, 2021
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This is a bit older of a review but I feel I need to tell my kitten's story. He was neutered and came home acting fine. After a couple of days a rash started forming on his face where the mask would have been placed during his surgery. I took him back to Van Loon and the vet was very rough with him. The rash was ringworm and no one else had it and the kitten never went outside. The vet would not accept responsibility for it even though it clearly came from where the mask was placed.
I was told that because the case was so severe I could put him to sleep. That was the only option I was given. I took him to a different Onalaska vet and they were willing to treat him. He lived to 14yrs old. I have never taken another pet to Van Loon and never will.
I was told that because the case was so severe I could put him to sleep. That was the only option I was given. I took him to a different Onalaska vet and they were willing to treat him. He lived to 14yrs old. I have never taken another pet to Van Loon and never will.
C. J.
May 05, 2021
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Everything here is about making money instead of providing quality and compassionate vet care for your pets. I cannot even get my dog simple flea treatments approved. I am always told the dog isnt current with exams when said dog has been there not even six months ago! I'm supposed to pay for another appt my dog already had and pay more after that for the treatments. There is no approval to get them elsewhere but here for the money $$$. Dr. Hein is also very rough with handling and exams.
I feel they are rushed. My dog is always very scared and intimidated from this handling. It doesn't come off you can really connect and get questions answered appropriately or compassionately. Service is terrible and lacking. I contacted for an issue with my dog 2 months ago and never even received a response. I am moving care for my dog to Thompson's vet. Van Loon is absolutely not the place I feel comfortable bringing my animals any longer.
I feel they are rushed. My dog is always very scared and intimidated from this handling. It doesn't come off you can really connect and get questions answered appropriately or compassionately. Service is terrible and lacking. I contacted for an issue with my dog 2 months ago and never even received a response. I am moving care for my dog to Thompson's vet. Van Loon is absolutely not the place I feel comfortable bringing my animals any longer.
