Updated 2026-10-20 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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ACL / Cruciate Repair (TPLO) cost across Ireland

Tibial plateau levelling osteotomy for a torn cruciate ligament, the most common orthopedic surgery in dogs.

€2,790–€4,960national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€4,845
Drogheda€3,950
Cork€3,875
Dundalk€3,875
Galway€3,760
Limerick€3,680
Kilkenny€3,680
Tralee€3,640
Sligo€3,605
Waterford€3,490
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Roughly half of dogs tear the other knee within 2 years: insure before the first tear.
  • Extracapsular (lateral suture) repair for small dogs runs $2,000-$3,500.
Insurance check

Insured dogs in Limerick would get roughly €3,315 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €27–€56/month for a young dog.

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€3,490–€6,200
Drogheda L€2,845–€5,060
Cork M€2,790–€4,960
Dundalk L€2,790–€4,960
Galway C€2,705–€4,810
Limerick M€2,650–€4,710
Kilkenny L€2,650–€4,710
Tralee M€2,625–€4,660
Sligo C€2,595–€4,615
Waterford M€2,510–€4,465
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of acl / cruciate repair (tplo) in Ireland?

Nationally €2,790–€4,960 in 2026. Dublin is the most expensive city we track; Waterford the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover acl / cruciate repair (tplo)?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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