In addition, as home to the Canine Chiari Institute, LIVS offers comprehensive diagnostic evaluation for dogs with suspected Chiari-like malformation, a complex condition in which there’s a mismatch in skull and brain size, which alters the flow of cerebrospinal fluid between the skull and spine. This results in a collection of fluid pockets in the spinal cord. LIVS neurosurgeons pioneered a procedure called the foramen magnum decompression with cranioplasty for dogs with this condition.
Neurological conditions may be treated medically or surgically, depending on the specific condition affecting your pet. Know that we will tailor a treatment plan to your pet’s unique health needs, and our aim is to perform the least invasive intervention possible to optimize your pet’s well-being.