This study aimed to describe the peak vertical force (PVF) over a 1-year period in a stabilized canine cranial cruciate deficient stifle model. Our hypothesis was that PVF would be restored to Baseline (intact) at the end of the follow-up.Fifteen (> 20 kg) mixed-breed dogs were included in this study. Cranial cruciate ligament was transected on Day (D) 0 followed by lateral suture stabilization at D28. Peak vertical force was acquired at D−1, D14, D26, D91, D210 and D357.When compared to Baseline, the PVF was significantly decreased at D14, D26, and D91. Values at D210 and D357 were not statistically different to Baseline.This study suggests a return to normal baseline peak vertical force in a canine cranial cruciate deficient stifle model when lateral suture stabilization has been performed 28 days after surgical transection.
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