Pet Health Resources
Practical guides, post-op care tips, and condition overviews — written by the specialists at Bentonville Veterinary Specialists to help you and your pet every step of the way.
IVDD (intervertebral disc disease) is the most common neurological condition we treat — and one of the most time-sensitive. Learn the warning signs, how it is diagnosed, and when surgery gives your dog the best chance of recovery.
A broken bone is one of the most frightening injuries a pet can experience. Learn how board-certified veterinary surgeons repair fractures, what techniques are used, and what recovery looks like for dogs and cats in Northwest Arkansas.
Smaller incisions, faster healing, and significantly less pain — minimally invasive surgery is transforming recovery for dogs and cats. Learn how laparoscopic, arthroscopic, and fluoroscopy-guided procedures work, and why a board-certified veterinary surgeon is essential for these advanced techniques.
Pain management is not an afterthought — it is built into every surgical plan at BVS. Learn how epidurals, local nerve blocks, Nocita, and multimodal analgesia work together to keep dogs and cats safer under anesthesia and more comfortable throughout recovery.
BVS was engineered from the ground up with human-hospital-grade sterilization, redundant oxygen systems, a GE 32-slice CT scanner, and Mindray anesthesia machines — the most advanced veterinary surgical facility in Northwest Arkansas.
Arthritis in dogs is almost always secondary to an underlying joint problem — and catching it early makes a real difference. Learn the signs, what causes it, and how surgery or conservative care can protect your dog's long-term mobility.
A CCL tear is one of the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs — and TPLO is the gold standard repair. Learn why it happens, what surgery involves, and how to guide your dog through a successful 12-week recovery.
Board-certified veterinary surgeons deliver measurably better outcomes — lower complication rates, shorter surgical times, and years of specialized training beyond veterinary school. Here is when a referral to a DACVS specialist makes a real difference for your pet.
CT imaging reveals fracture complexity, hidden fragments, and joint involvement that X-rays miss entirely. See how a GE 32-slice CT scan transformed the surgical plan for one young German Shepherd — and why advanced diagnostics matter for your pet.
Recovery after orthopedic surgery can feel overwhelming — but knowing what to expect makes it manageable. This guide covers incision care, activity restrictions, pain management, physical therapy, and the warning signs that mean it is time to call your surgeon.
Our team is here to help — whether you're preparing for surgery or navigating recovery.