FHO Decoded

Your dog just got diagnosed with a hip problem. Surgery was mentioned. And now you’re Googling "FHO" at midnight with way too many questions.

FHO Decoded is the podcast that brings clarity to one of the most misunderstood hip surgeries in veterinary medicine — Femoral Head Ostectomy. Whether your dog has hip dysplasia, trauma, or chronic pain, FHO can sound scary — but it doesn’t have to be.

Hosted by the team at Sustainable Vet, this series dives deep into the science, outcomes, and real-life recovery journeys behind FHO surgery — no jargon, no scare tactics, just the honest answers you need to make confident decisions.

Whether you’re a concerned dog parent wondering if your pup will ever walk normally again, or a veterinary professional looking for a trusted, client-friendly resource, FHO Decoded gives you the clarity and compassion this decision deserves.

Because understanding your dog’s surgery shouldn’t feel harder than the surgery itself.

For clear recovery tips, trusted tools, and surgeon-backed advice, visit us at https://www.sustainablevet.org.

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FHO Decoded

Rewiring the Hip: How FHO Surgery Helps Dogs Walk Again

June 20, 2025 • Carl Damiani • Season 1 • Episode 1

0:00 | 5:40

Imagine removing part of your hip joint… and walking better afterward. That’s the surprising science behind FHO — Femoral Head Ostectomy — a surgery giving dogs with severe hip pain a new lease on life. In this episode, we explore how the body adapts, when vets recommend this procedure, and why it’s especially effective for small dogs.

What You’ll Learn:

What FHO surgery is — and how it actually works without a true joint
Which dogs are ideal candidates for FHO and why weight matters
Conditions that lead to FHO: hip dysplasia, arthritis, trauma, and fractures
What recovery looks like (and why physical therapy is critical)
How long-term outcomes stack up — and what’s next in regenerative medicine

Links and Resources:

Visit SustainableVet.org for trusted FHO insights and recovery tips