Daisy Duke and the Ankle Dislocation

by Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Jul 7, 2026 | Blog

One day, Daisy Duke, a sweet 8 year old Golden, came back limping after running off leash at the park. Her owner remembers: “I carried her all the way from the field up to the car.” The search for answers begins… The next day, “her family vet put her on pain...

Crooked Wrist in a Dog? How Pancarpal Arthrodesis Gave Scout his Life Back

by Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | May 1, 2026 | Blog

Scout, a sweet 8 year old Sheltie, had a bizarre deformity of his right wrist. It wasn’t just cosmetic. He went from a “very active dog, playing catch in the backyard pretty much every day of the year” to “not running at all.” Out of the blue, the wrist started to...

Atlas needed surgery on both hips at the same time!

by Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Mar 3, 2026 | Blog

Atlas, a 1 year old tuxedo kitty, was in a pickle… At first, his owner only noticed fairly subtle signs: “Over the course of 1 month, we noticed Atlas had stopped jumping on furniture and running. It was pretty gradual, so at first, we didn’t notice he was having a...

What were our most common surgeries in 2025?

by Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Jan 12, 2026 | Blog

Have you ever wondered how common your pet’s surgery is? Here are our 10 most common surgeries at LRVSS in 2025: 1. ACL surgery Year after year, we perform a huge number of TPLOs (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) to address a torn ACL in dogs. It is typically...

The Fascinating World of Baboons in Zimbabwe

by Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty | Dec 1, 2025 | Blog

I was very fortunate to recently visit South Africa and Zimbabwe after a veterinary conference. Since 100% of the pet owners we meet are animal lovers, I thought I would share some information and pictures about his incredible trip. Among the many animals that roam...

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Yvette Fuentes

At Lehigh Regional veterinary hospital, we have found a wonderful and caring veterinary staff that are wonderful and knowledgeable when it comes to diagnosing and operating on your precious dog. I highly recommend them to care for your dog and make sure they get better. You guys are the best.Thank you

Tara Covell

The very best experience possible. They are professionals down to the smallest detail. My dog had excellent care from beginning to end.

Donna T

Excellent! The doctors and staff are caring and knowledgeable. During and after surgery you receive updates by phone and text along with photos of your fur baby. With someone on staff 24/7, you know your pet is receiving the best possible care. I would highly recommend LRVSS for your pets surgery needs. UPDATE 5/22/25: Finley had surgery on his second knee last week.You are all amazing. The same excellent outcome and care was received. We so appreciate the excellent care you gave Finley through 2 surgeries and once again we highly recommend the doctors and staff of LRVSS.

YaYa Yasso

We want to pass along a massive thank you to Dr. Zeltzman and his very knowledgeable, compassionate, and sincere team (talking about going above and beyond!) for giving Scout back a happy and healthy quality of life…which is priceless!!!! The back story is that late last summer our (8 year old Sheltie) Scout’s right leg started to swell at the lower leg joint and it gradually began to bow outward. He had been an incredibly active pup to that point and there was no single event that would explain his leg’s fairly rapid paced decline. He never even pulled up and started limping. Late in the year we had two different consults and both doctors said what he had was quite unusual and they didn’t suggest surgery. Well, right after the first of the year his leg was really bowing, his paw was spreading significantly and we feared the other leg would be negatively impacted attempting to help balance and support Scout properly. Clearly a belated Christmas present….we discovered LRVSS in Jan., scheduled an appointment with Dr. Zeltzman and after a full analysis of Scout’s issue he told us that he felt he could help Scout. Fortunately, we were able to schedule his surgery quickly. It was a significant surgery to his leg and paw (well, in our eyes it was major!) and he had to wear that cone (which NO DOG OR OWNER ENJOYS) for quite some time, but we were diligent in doing everything all the thorough post-surgery instructions told us which really gave us peace of mind that the outcome would be positive if we go with their proven method. And as I write this 3 months after surgery I can say that when Scout walks, you can barely detect a limp on the surgically repaired leg. In fact, this formerly ailing leg may even be straighter than his good leg. To Dr. Zeltzman and team, I don’t know where we would be had Scout not had this surgery. So, once again, THANK YOU all so much for giving Scout back a happy and healthy quality of life!

Debbie Sylvester

I can’t say enough about how wonderful Dr Zeltzman was, and the whole staff at LRVSS. Very professional and the quality of care my fur baby Blake received was outstanding. Very happy with the whole procedure and I think Blake made a lot of new friends there. They made him feel so comfortable while there it put my nerves at ease. I was certain he was at the best place to undergo his TECA surgery. Thank you all for everything…..Debbie and Donny Sylvester.

Camila Jimenez

I can not emphasize enough how wonderful every person that works here is. The whole team is so kind, responsive and attentive. The surgeons even talk to you face to face and on the phone. The team will answer your questions and concerns via email too which is a huge plus! My sweet pickles got FHO surgery and he is doing great. Grateful our vet that recommend this place and I will be doing the same ! Thank you is truly an understatement.

Dawn Stout

We really cannot say enough good things about the care our baby received here. Dr. Z took the time to make sure all our questions were answered, Kat walks you through every step, and the staff sent us a picture and a message on our Charlee post op. We are so thankful for this amazing team.

Morgggie Lang

The best surgical team ever! I’ve had two fantastic experiences here with two of my pups (different operations) within a year and both were treated with the same compassion and are doing better than ever. Thank you to Dr Zeltzman and his wonderful staff for giving my babies their health back.

Linda McQuillen

These people are amazing with pets. Our German Shepherd was treated with the quality you would expect to be given a human being. From the very first to the very last visit and the follow up care shown afterwards were amazing. I would definitely recommend LRVSS for care of your pet. I don’t even have the words to express how unexpected, but truly appreciated the kindness and excellent treatment given to our pet.

Nagendra Dattatreya

Dear Lehigh Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty Team, I want to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional care and expertise you provided to Luna throughout her surgery and recovery process. From the initial consultation to post-operative follow-ups, your team demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and dedication that truly made a difference. Luna's recovery has been going well, and we've already noticed positive changes—she is now sitting evenly on both legs, which was a challenge before the surgery. The detailed guidance and support from your team have made this journey much smoother for both Luna and us. A special thanks to Dr. Zeltzman, Dr. Baia, and the entire team for their outstanding care. Your attention to detail, patience in addressing our concerns, and commitment to Luna’s well-being have been truly remarkable. We were also touched by the thoughtful handwritten "Get Well Soon" notes from the entire team. It was such a kind and heartfelt gesture that truly brightened our experience. We highly recommend Dr. Zeltzman and his staff to anyone in need of expert surgical care for their pets. Your dedication and compassion make all the difference, and we are incredibly grateful to have had Luna in such capable hands. Thank you for everything you do for pets and their families. Best regards, Nagendra

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Daisy Duke and the Ankle Dislocation

Crooked Wrist in a Dog? How Pancarpal Arthrodesis Gave Scout his Life Back

Atlas needed surgery on both hips at the same time!

What were our most common surgeries in 2025?

The Fascinating World of Baboons in Zimbabwe

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