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My dog has a ruptured Achilles. Are affordable braces available?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Looking for a brace for my 54 pound dog with ruptured Achilles tendon UGA is saying around one thousand dollars for the ortho brace.can I find one cheaper

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on June 14th, 2017

Partial tears of the tendon may benefit from a supportive brace. Complete tears or ruptures require surgical repair. Braces are typically expensive since they are custom made for each patient. That said, you may be able to find more information here: https://www.mypetsbrace.com/home

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