What is Hip dysplasia in dogs?

Hip dysplasia – is a problem with the acetabulum of the hip joint, which leads to a significant disruption of the locomotor function of the limb. It is widespread among the dogs of big and giant breeds (German shepherds, Rottweilers, Boxers, Golden Retrievers, etc.). Scientists say that the main cause of hip dysplasia in dogs is their genetic predisposition, but nutrition and physical activities are also worth to note, because they can cause hip dysplasia too. Puppies from the same litter, but from different conditions, can have significantly different levels of dysplasia. That means that not only the genetic predisposition may cause hip dysplasia in dogs.

• Claudication.
• Fast fatigue during exercises.
• A dog feels hard to get up after the rest.
• Unsteadiness of the hind limbs.
• X-shaped gait.

  The most objective method to find hip dysplasia is radiography of the hip joints. Nonsurgical treatment is performed in three ways: it can be weight control, medications, and exercises. These methods will not heal the dog completely, but make your pet feel more comfortable. The fastest and the most reliable way to heal this disease is to perform resection arthroplasty. This surgery removes the pain by removing the femoral head. It will not injure the acetabulum, so the pain disappears.

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