Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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ACL / Cruciate Repair (TPLO) cost in Sligo

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

Typical Sligo range€2,595–€4,6152026, EUR, before tax
Ireland-wide range€2,790–€4,960Sligo index: 0.93× national
Pet insuranceUsually coveredAccident-and-illness plans typically reimburse 80–90% after the deductible.
€2,335 national   this city€5,210
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Insured dogs in Sligo would get roughly €3,245 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €26–€55/month for a young dog.

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ACL / Cruciate Repair (TPLO) across Ireland

Mid-point of the typical range. Sligo highlighted.

Dublin€4,845
Drogheda€3,950
Cork€3,875
Dundalk€3,875
Galway€3,760
Limerick€3,680
Sligo€3,605

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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.
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Insurance

Plans Irish owners use for acl / cruciate repair (tplo)

Allianz Pet Insurance

Lifetime cover

Ireland's largest pet insurer; Lifetime plan covers ongoing conditions every renewal.

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Petinsure

Mid-range plans

Three plan levels with vet-fee limits up to €6,500 and third-party liability included.

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Blue Insurance Pet

Accident-only budget

Accident-only up to lifetime plans, with 24/7 vet helpline.

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ACL / Cruciate Repair (TPLO) in Sligo: FAQ

How much does acl / cruciate repair (tplo) cost in Sligo?

Most Sligo clinics charge between €2,595 and €4,615 in 2026. Specialty and emergency hospitals sit at the top of that range; neighbourhood clinics sit lower.

Why is Sligo at or below the Ireland average?

Vet prices track rent, wages and clinic competition. Sligo runs about 7% below the national average across our index.

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

Yes, for most accident-and-illness plans, subject to your deductible, waiting periods and any pre-existing-condition exclusion.

What affects the price of acl / cruciate repair (tplo)?

Dog size and weight (medication and anaesthesia scale with weight), whether bloodwork or imaging is needed first, after-hours timing, and whether a specialist is involved.

How can I pay less for acl / cruciate repair (tplo) in Sligo?

Ask for an itemised estimate, compare two clinics, check veterinary-college teaching hospitals, ask about payment plans, and use insurance if the dog was covered before symptoms started.

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